You Always Forget to Buy These Things, so We Made You a List

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You know those times when you tell yourself you're going to get toilet paper and toothpaste at the store, and then you finally make it to the store, fill your cart, pay, leave, and make it home only to realize you FORGOT the toilet paper and toothpaste? This happens to me more often than not, and it's one of the greatest frustrations in life for me. Anyone with me?

With that in mind, and to keep you from encountering this misfortune (and save you time), we made a list of common household and grocery items that seem to always be on your shopping to-dos but never seem to make it into your cart. See below, room by room.

Kitchen

Dish Soap

Paper Towels

Olive Oil

Trash Bags

Eggs

Milk

Sponges

Water Filter

Sandwich Bags

Flour, Sugar, Etc.

Bathroom

Toilet Paper

Toothpaste

Razors

Hand Soap

Nail Polish Remover

Shampoo

Conditioner

Toothbrushes

Bedroom

Pillows

Hangers

Living Room

Coasters

Tech Wranglers

Miscellaneous

Light Bulbs

Batteries

Laundry Detergent

Pain Medications

Bandages

Rubber Gloves

Flashlight

Stamps

Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used in the place of advice of your physician or other medical professionals. You should always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider first with any health-related questions.

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Sarah is lifestyle writer and editor with over 10 years of experience covering health and wellness, interior design, food, beauty, and tech. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she attended New York University and lived in New York for 12 years before returning to L.A. in 2019. In addition to her work on THE/THIRTY and Who What Wear, she held editor roles at Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and The Bump (sister site of The Knot). She has a passion for health and wellness, but she especially loves writing about mental health. Her self-care routine consists of five things: a good workout, “me” time on the regular, an intriguing book/podcast/playlist to unwind after a long day, naps, and decorating her home.