1. Chipped Nails

According to leading manicurists, if it's minor, dab a touch of rubbing alcohol directly on the area to remove oils, then follow with a spot of matching color over the chip.

Two minutes later, apply a top coat. If you're prone to post-mani chips, they recommend trying a nude shade that mimics the colour of your skin

2. Broken Heel

Unless you have some serious secret cobbling skills, fixing a broken heel requires professional attention.

"Depending on the severity, an emergency tube of ShoeGoo can be a temporary solution," says Chassie Post, a lifestyle editor in NYC. "Otherwise, the stilettos have to come off."

She always tucks a pair of roll-up flats in her purse, just in case.

3. Fallen Hem

Keep a roll of hairpiece tape handy. A paper clip works in a pinch too.

4. Loose Button

If you don't have time to break out the sewing kit, a twist tie can also do wonders on small buttons remove paper, thread wire through the button, and twist the tie in back.

It’s that simple.

5. Migrating Makeup

When lipstick or eye products begin to run, we suggest forgoing traditional removers and using a primer instead.

"Removers have a tendency to wipe away the entire look rather than just fixing one area," she says.

"Place a drop of oil-free primer on the edge of a Q-tip and gently swipe away migrating makeup."

6. Deodorant Mark

No matter how fervently the label emphasizes its non-streaking ability, most deodorants leave a residue, particularly on dark clothing.

In those instances,  reach for baby wipes.

"They always do the trick," she says. "Look for travel-size containers  so they fit in your purse."

7. Stuck Zipper

Don't panic and tug too hard on the fabric that never ends well. Instead use a bar of soap: Rubbing it gently along the stuck zipper should do the trick.

 8. Perfume Overload

If you've spritzed once too many generally that means no more than one pump on each side of the neck and one on each wrist Kilian Hennessy, founder of fragrance line By Kilian, says it's best to grab a washcloth and quickly wipe away excess scent from anywhere perfume was applied.

If the scent remains intense, try an unscented soapy towel.

9. Clumpy Mascara

Avoid the issue by waiting for the first coat of mascara to dry before applying a second.

Or, use a lash comb.

If mascara has already completely dried, comb through with a wand that has been dipped in a capful of makeup remover.

"Make sure it's oil-free; otherwise, additional emollients can interfere with the product's durability."