3 items to throw away that take up space – I’m a pro organizer, a tough category to trash has ‘pretty gnarly bacteria’
NO matter how neat of a person you are, it’s likely there are countless products in your home that you should be throwing away.
One organizational expert revealed the top three things you should remove from your home today.
In her video, Allys (@wonderlandallys) shared her easy hack for decluttering your space.
The TikToker explained that every home likely contains countless things that should be thrown away.
For her first recommendation, she advised her followers to clear out their refrigerators, pantries, and kitchen cabinets.
Allys pointed out that foods that have passed their expiration dates take up valuable space in your kitchen.
She suggested touching every food item at least once to ensure you haven’t missed any.
Allys also told her audience to give their refrigerators and cabinets “a good wipe down” while they’re at it.
Next, she addressed an everyday item that is likely causing you to waste space in your home.
According to the organizational pro, expired medications are an ideal place to start when decluttering.
She pointed out that whether prescription or over-the-counter, most people tend to be guilty of holding on to medications.
Allys also cautioned her viewers to take special care when disposing of these items.
She explained that medication is not always safe to flush or throw in a garbage can.
Allys advised her followers to seek out their local drug return programs when clearing out their medicine cabinets.
Finally, she addressed a third category of expired products that people tend to hold on to for longer than they should.
She recommended disposing of any old or expired beauty products or makeup items.
“Lotions and makeups do expire and they can harbor some pretty gnarly bacteria,” Allys explained.
Three items to throw away right now
- Any foods past their expiration date
- Any medication past its shelf-life
- Old beauty products and makeup items
Like with medication disposal, she advised her audience to take care and research when throwing away beauty products.
Allys explained that certain items can be damaging to the environment when not disposed of correctly.
Her followers shared their thoughts on the advice in the comments section.
“Most pharmacies will properly dispose of old meds for you,” wrote one viewer.
“I’m a throw-away queen, maybe too much sometimes,” joked another TikTok user.
“I love throwing out stuff that I no longer use! I just cleaned out expired and junk products from my bathroom! Love a fresh start!” commented a third person.