Women who perceive their homes as cluttered have been shown to have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol throughout the day. This document provides several organization tips for the bathroom, including using glass jars and baskets for certain items, and cabinets, shelves, trays and drawers for other bathroom essentials. Properly organizing a home can potentially eliminate about 40% of housekeeping tasks.

1. According to scientific research, women who view their homes
as cluttered are likely to have increased levels of cortisol
throughout the day.
verywellmind.com/the-cost-of-clutter-3144688
journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0146167209352864
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The Ultimate
BATHROOM ORGANIZATION
& STORAGE GUIDE
Looking to create an organized bathroom with practical yet attractive
storage solutions? Check out the organization ideas below to bring
some order to your powder room.
Resources:
modernbathroom.com/blog/post/2020/06/17/diy-bathroom-storage-and-organization-tips
thespruce.com/what-to-store-in-your-bathroom-2648382
thespruce.com/how-to-organize-your-bathroom-4117476
theorderexpert.com/how-to-organize-your-bathroom
GLASS JARS
• GOOD FOR: Cotton balls, cotton swabs,
soaps, bath salts, makeup brushes, sponges
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Skin care products,
wash cloths
BASKETS
• GOOD FOR: Bath linens, hair styling tools,
toilet paper, reading material
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Products that are
likely to leak, such as shampoo and skin
care bottles
CABINETS UNDER THE SINK
• GOOD FOR: Cleaning supplies, plunger,
first-aid kit
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Toothbrush,
everyday toiletries
OPEN SHELVES
• GOOD FOR: Extra towels, toothbrush,
mouthwash, shaving cream, lotion and other
everyday toiletries
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Medications, rarely
used products
TRAYS
• GOOD FOR: Perfumes, jewelry,
candles, toothbrush, contact cases, skin
care products
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Bath linens, hair
styling tools
DRAWERS
• GOOD FOR: Cosmetics, deodorant, floss,
tweezers, nail files, hair styling products,
grooming accessories, sunscreen
• NOT RECOMMENDED: Bath linens,
toothbrush
In the average residence, removing clutter could potentially
eliminate about 40% of housekeeping.
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