Organize your Bathroom for the Holidays

If you have guests in and out of your home during the holidays, you’ll want to pen this project onto your calendar. I can guarantee there are some nosy guests out there who want to see what you have in your bathroom drawers. Don’t even think about stuffing everything in the closet because they will look in there too. Wouldn’t it be embarrassing if they went to open the closet and items started falling out? Don’t let your disorganized bathroom be the talk of the neighborhood this holiday season.

By now, if you’ve been reading my articles, you know the process to tackle organizing projects. I’m going to prepare you for what you might find while emptying this space. You may be surprised at what you find! Don’t forget to have a garbage bag on hand for this project. You’ll definitely need one!

What will you find?

Expired medication. Storing medications in the bathroom may not be ideal due to the heat and humidity, which can affect their potency and shelf life. Instead, consider keeping them in a cool, dry place, such as a kitchen cabinet or a dedicated container in a closet. When it comes to expired medications, personal preference may vary. While some people prefer to dispose of them promptly, others may have their own process for managing expired meds. It’s crucial to be mindful of safety and efficacy when making this decision. For better organization, categorize your medications by themes, such as first aid supplies, allergy relief, prescription medications, and over-the-counter treatments. This method will make it easier to find what you need quickly and keep your medication storage system efficient and tidy.

Worn out towels and linens. How many towels are ripped, stained, or really worn out? It’s time to let them go. Turn them into dust rags if you must. If you have an overabundance, think about how many you really need.

Old makeup. Dry, cracked, old makeup is what you are going to find. Take this time to go through it and give your makeup a good once over then toss anything that looks bad.

Creams, lotions, soaps, How long has that bottle that is ¾ empty been sitting squished in the back of your closet? Take inventory and decide what to keep or toss.

Nail polish. You may find that you have nail files in one space, remover in another, and polish in another. Get them all contained in one spot so that when you decide to give yourself a manicure, you can just grab and go.

Men’s grooming. Some men don’t need much to maintain themselves but give them an organized spot in the drawer all their own. Keep all grooming supplies categorized and stored together to make mornings easy.

Hair products and accessories. Old brushes, sticky hair elastics, and numerous hair accessories thrown in different areas of the bathroom. How many hair products do you actually use? How long does it take you to find what you need during your morning routine? 

Toiletries. Decide if you want to keep bulk items like toilet paper, paper towels, wipes, etc., stored in one area of the home. You can fill in with a few and then go to your bulk area to grab and replenish. 

Random items. You’re going to find these random items and you’ll scratch your head and ask yourself, “How did that end up in the bathroom?”  Transfer them out of this space or create an organized system for them in the bathroom. 

If you have a small bathroom, you’ll find that your linen closet is an extension of your bathroom, and items may get thrown in there. Be sure to put this area on your list, too. By emptying both spaces and seeing the empty shelves, it may give you a unique perspective on the space and you’ll see this space in a whole new light.

Remember to keep the décor and countertops clean and simple. When you’re having guests over, create a small basket of emergency items and leave it on the countertop so that your guests aren’t tempted to go through your cabinets. 

You’ve organized this space to look nice for your guests, but you’ve also shaved minutes off of your morning routine by having an organized bathroom!