10 items you need to throw out today
When your home is cluttered, it is harder to find things that you need and it influences your ability to relax.
If you need to declutter your home, start with these items.
1. Expired makeup
The rule of thumb is to replace your makeup products after three months of first use. Although it can be tempting to hold onto a mascara or lipstick you love, expire makeup can lead to nasty infections.
2. Old medication
If you unsure how you should get rid of your old medication, do a quick google search to see whether it needs to be flushed or not.
3. Plastic containers without lids
We have all been in the situation where we have a plastic container without a lid that fits. Instead of making these incomplete containers use up precious storage space, recycle it and try again.
4. Old spices
If you are not careful, spices will stay in your pantry for months or even years, without being noticed or thrown out. Make a note of the purchase dates of the spices you use infrequently.
5. Old condiment packets
It’s easy to accumulate condiment packets from your favourite fast food stores. If you are going to bring them home and then forget to use them, one day in the future you may get the unfortunate surprise of one leaking in your drawer.
6. Loofah
According to the experts at Good Housekeeping, you are only supposed to use your loofah for three weeks. After that timespan, they will actually make you dirtier than what you already are.
7. Dead batteries
More often than not, it is hard to differentiate between old and new batteries. To save yourself the hassle of accidentally putting used batteries into an appliance, get into the habit of throwing out dead batteries straight away.
8. Clothes that don’t fit
If you have clothes that are more than two sizes in any direction, chances are that by the time it fits again, it will be out of style. Besides, if you donate your old clothes, they will come in handy for someone who really needs them.
9. Painful shoes
If you own a painful pair of shoes, chances are you will never wear them again. Even if they do look nice, it is far better to throw them out (or give to charity) to save yourself from the temptation of putting yourself in pain for the price of fashion.
10. Old phones
If you have recently gotten a new phone, it is a good idea to get rid of your old one before it lies around your home for years without ever being touched. Always make sure you clear all your information from your old phone before discarding.
What items are lying around your house that you need to throw out? Let us know in the comments below.