Hangover kits are a thoughtful party favor, since they help make the morning after any fun night out all the more bearable. A useful and memorable gift, these kits are great for weddings, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, and more. Given the amount of options out there, you might need some help narrowing down what to include. No worries—we’ve created this list of the best options to help get you started. From remedies to practical gifts, read on to learn what to put in your hangover kits!

Things You Should Know

  • Add drinks and snacks to help ease the hangover. For an extra boost, include headache and stomach medication to soothe pain and nausea.
  • Drop in some practical items like toiletries, band-aids, barf bags, and sunscreen.
  • Customize bags by adding the newlyweds' names or silly phrases. The cute souvenirs will remind your guests of the fun night for years to come.
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Painkillers

  1. Treat headaches and body aches with NSAIDs. Medications like ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen are all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that can treat inflammation caused by hangovers. To avoid any further nausea, eat a snack first; NSAIDs can be tough on an empty stomach.[1]
    • Though painkillers containing acetaminophen are typically interchangeable with NSAIDs, avoid them for hangover recovery. Both acetaminophen and alcohol can impact liver function.[2]
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Heartburn and Nausea Remedies

  1. Provide over-the-counter medication for upset stomachs. Alcohol prompts the production of more stomach acid and delays emptying, which irritates the stomach lining. Give your guests antacids for heartburn, and offer anti-nausea medicines or motion-sickness medicines for any nausea or dizziness resulting from an upset stomach.[3]
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Water

  1. Hydration is key to feeling better, so include lots of liquids. Alcohol is a diuretic, which means that it dulls the hormone that tells your brain to retain water. This leads you to urinate more, ultimately causing dehydration. The best way to cure a hangover is to rest and drink lots of water to replenish the lost fluids.[6]
    • Add drinks rich in electrolytes such as sports drinks, oral electrolyte solutions, or over-the-counter medications used to restore fluids and balance key minerals in your body.[7]
    • It is best to try to avoid drinks like coffee and highly caffeinated soft drinks, as these can leave you feeling even more dehydrated.
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Snacks

  1. Carb-filled snacks will help your guests feel better. Include crackers, chips, rice cakes, or other small foods that are easy on the stomach. Foods high in carbohydrates can help restore electrolytes and soak up some of the alcohol from the night before.[8]
    • Bananas are great for hangovers, as they are potassium rich and good for restoring electrolytes.[9]
    • Provide vouchers or recommendations to nearby restaurants that serve hangover-friendly foods like eggs, salmon, carbs, or brothy soups.
    • Avoid anything with a high sugar content. It can cause you to feel lightheaded, irritable and even anxious.
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Sunscreen

  1. For events in the sun, travel-size sunscreen can be a life-saver. Sunscreen can be easy to forget at home. If your event takes place on the beach, at the pool, or otherwise outside, add some sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to your hangover kits.[16] Your guests’ skin will thank you.
    • Sunscreen packets are also available as a convenient alternative.
    • After a couple drinks, your guests may forget to reapply sunscreen as they play in the sun. Consider also tossing in some aloe vera gel just in case. Aloe vera has soothing properties that can help ease the pain from a sunburn.[17]
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About This Article

Murphy Perng
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This article was co-authored by Murphy Perng and by wikiHow staff writer, Madeleine Flamiano. Murphy Perng is a Wine Consultant and the Founder and Host of Matter of Wine, a business that produces educational wine events, including team-building experiences, networking events, and private parties. Based in Los Angeles, California, Murphy has served as a Wine Educator for clients such as Google, Buzzfeed, Tiktok, Snapchat, and Equinox and been featured on National Geographic and The Somm Journal. Murphy possesses her WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Level 3 Advanced Certification. This article has been viewed 6,266 times.
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