8 Things You Should Toss from Your Bathroom Right Now
The bathroom has ample space to store all your belongings: under-sink drawers for skincare and cosmetics, built-in shelves for linens, suspended shower caddies for bath products, and bathroom cabinets for first-aid supplies. But because many of these storage areas are out of sight, it's easy for clutter to build up discreetly. If you own a good amount toiletries or your bathroom has become a catchall, it's easy for an almost-empty tube of toothpaste or an expired bottle of moisturizer to go unnoticed—or spill over onto your bathroom sink counters.
For a neat and tidy space, you could technically add in some more bathroom storage , but that'll only contain the chaos, not eliminate it. A quick decluttering project, on the other hand, will help you pare back your personal care collection, so you can enjoy a more organized bathroom and free up more space. All you need is 30 minutes of spare time to remove old products, unused items, smelly towels , faulty gadgets, and other unnecessary junk taking over your drawers and cabinets. Here's what to toss from your bathroom for a more functional and clutter-free space.
Tackle these household decluttering chores next:
1) Expired Makeup
Since expired makeup is a big cause of bathroom clutter, toss anything that's past its prime. If you can't find an expiration date, look for signs of spoilage like liquid separation, gross odors, or clumping. Pay special attention to mascara: Manufacturers recommend replacing it every three months to prevent eye infections.
2) Old Medications
In the back of your medicine cabinet, expired medications often go unnoticed. While some solid pills and tablets can be somewhat effective past their peak, certain drugs won't work as well or, worse, could threaten your health. Check the label for the expiration date or rely on visual cues like discoloration, strong smells, or powdery pills.
3) Worn-Out Towels
Because thinning, frayed, or ripped bath towels lose their absorbency, they won't be able to do their job effectively. Worn-out towels are also irritating on the skin and major breeding grounds for bacteria. If your set looks worse for wear, move it to the garbage and purchase a fresh and fluffy replacement.
4) Broken Hair Tools
Heated hair tools with a cracked casing or a frayed cord don't just take up prime real estate in your bathroom, but they also pose a massive safety risk. A broken blow dryer or flat iron can damage your hair and increase the risk of house fires. If you can't repair it, safely dispose of it at a municipal electronic waste recycling center.
5) Dried-Out Nail Polish
Nail polish that's thick and goopy or completely dried-out won't give you the smoothest manicure or pedicure. While unopened polish lasts a bit longer, opened bottles typically decline after the two-year mark. Instead of adding it to your regular garbage disposal, check your local hazardous waste rules to discard it properly.
6) Moldy Loofahs
Visible mold is a clear sign that your loofah belongs in the trash, not your bathroom. Because these sponges trap mold quickly, manufacturers advice replacing them every couple months. Letting yours fully dry after each use and disinfecting it every week can help prolong its lifespan, but to play it safe, you're better off starting fresh.
7) Unused Samples
While it's always fun to get free samples, if your bathroom is overrun by them, they're just functioning as visual clutter. As you sort through your sample-size collection, keep only the products that you're actually going to try, and toss anything that you don't envision yourself using any time soon or that's expired.
8) Dull Razors
Shaving with a razor that's lost its sharp edge is painful and time-consuming. Using a dull razor will have you making multiple passes to remove the hair, and you're more likely to experience discomfort like razor burn, redness, or cuts. Change your razor blades every three to 10 shaves to keep your skin smooth and your bathroom neat.
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