Declutter the Bathroom: Essentials, Smart Storage, Clean-Look Colors, and a 60-Minute Decluttering Plan
A cluttered bathroom can make mornings chaotic and showers feel less spa-like. The key is to keep only what you truly use, store the rest where it belongs, and choose colors and organizers that reflect calm and cleanliness. Below is a practical guide you can follow to reclaim your space—without turning it into a full-day project.
What to keep in the bathroom (the essentials)
These items belong in the bathroom vanity or medicine cabinet because they’re used daily or weekly and benefit from being close at hand.
- Daily hygiene basics
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash
- Soap or hand wash, facial cleanser, moisturizer
- Cotton rounds, Q-tips, cotton balls (store in a small drawer or container)
- Grooming and personal care
- Hairbrush/comb, razor and replacement blades, shaving cream or gel
- Daily skincare products (serums, SPF, etc.)
- Nail care kit (emery boards, clippers)
- Towels and washcloths (a small, accessible set)
- One to two hand towels on a rack; a few washcloths tucked in a basket
- Cleaning essentials (kept discreetly, but within reach)
- All-purpose cleaner or bathroom cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner and brush, microfiber cloths
- Toilet paper (a small stock in the bathroom is handy; bulk rolls can live in a hallway/utility closet)
- First-aid and medications (in a secure, accessible spot)
- A small first-aid kit and any daily medications should be stored in a locked or childproof cabinet if children are present
- Minor storage helpers
- A small trash can with a liner, a dish or tray for everyday items that live on the counter
Items you can relocate from the bathroom
- Extra toiletries and household supplies you don’t use daily
- Extra shampoo, conditioner, body wash, or facial products
- Extra razors, sunscreen, or cosmetics that you don’t reach for weekly
- Bulk or seasonal items
- Spare toilet paper, tissues, or cleaning products that aren’t used this week
- Hair tools and beauty devices you don’t use daily
- Hair dryers, curling irons, or straighteners can live in a bedroom closet or dedicated “tools” bin
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