Things You Are Saving But Should Get Rid Of
Posted on Monday, August 8th, 2016 at 7:00 am
One way to save money is to hold onto things that you aren’t currently using but might have a need for in the future. Doing so could prevent you from spending money to replace something you threw out, donated, or sold. There are probably some things you are saving but should get rid of. It isn’t worth hanging onto.
4 Things You Should Throw Away
Old Makeup
One reason why people keep old makeup is because it was expensive. They feel guilty about spending good money on it, and this stops them from throwing it away. Or, the makeup container still has plenty in it and they think they can still use what is left.
Keep in mind that makeup has an expiration date. Bacteria can build up in mascara, liquid foundation, and other types of makeup. Using old makeup can make you sick. Throw it out!
Clothing You Don’t Wear
Is your closet crammed full if clothes that you haven’t worn in a long time? This can happen when your lifestyle changes. Office wear isn’t really necessary for stay at home parents. Some people hold on to clothing that has gotten too small just in case they lose enough weight to wear it again.
The result is a closet that is filled with clothing but leaves you with nothing to wear. Donate the clothing that is in good shape. It is time to let someone else make use of it. The more clothing you get rid of – the more room you will have for new clothes that fit both your body and your lifestyle.
Expired Medication
The Food and Drug Administration points out that taking expired medications can be risky. When medications expire, they might become ineffective and may be harmful to your health. The package should have an expiration date on it.
The FDA recommends that you mix expired medications in with gross things like kitty litter, dirt, or used coffee grounds. Put that mess into a sealed plastic bag and throw it in your household trash. This will deter people from using the expired medication. Make sure to scratch out the personal information that is on a prescription label.
Plastic Shopping Bags
Those who live in an area that doesn’t have a plastic bag ban can quickly end up with more plastic bags than they can reasonably use up. Most recycling programs will not take plastic bags (which can contaminate the rest of the recyclables).
The easiest way to get rid of extra plastic bags is to bring them back to the store on your next grocery shopping trip. There should be a container or bin near the door that is set aside specifically for people to put extra plastic bags into.