How to Survive Sharing a Shower With These Shower Caddy Hacks

Calling all college freshman and dorm room dwellers! By now, you’ve probably researched how to trick out your temporary digs or have sought out advice for living with a roommate, but we’ve got tips for the one thing you probably haven’t thought of yet. Yep, we’re spilling our secrets for surviving that shared shower life. We know it’s not the most glamorous part of the college experience, but hey, why not learn from our mistakes? Read on for some standout items you need to score in order to shower in peace. BRB, adding these to our back-to-school shopping list asap.

If you’re a fan of the 10-step Korean skincare routine, or have more than two kinds of hair masks in your shower, these caddies will keep all of your favorite products at the ready.

1. Pack-It Wallaby Organizer ($37): If you’re looking to organize the chaos that is your bathroom drawer, this best-selling toiletry bag is totally up for the challenge. You can squeeze all of the shampoo bottles, hair brushes and everything else your beauty-loving heart desires into this bag. Plus, the hanger is perfect for hanging on a towel rack or even on the shower curtain rod.

2. PBTeen Mini Dot Bath Beauty Bin ($35): When it doubt, monogram it. And in this case, it’ll prevent any mix-ups from your fellow floor mates. This super soft caddy has grommets on the bottom that allow water to drain out, which is great for those quick mornings when you don’t have time to dry it off yourself.

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If you’re more of a bar soap and 2-in-1-shampoo/conditioner kind of gal, then these cute little caddies are perfect for you.

3. Simple by Design Bath Caddy ($15): This durable plastic caddy makes dorm life a total breeze. The geometric cut-out pattern isn’t just adorable, it helps to air out what’s inside. Bonus points for the toothbrush and soap cases. Pro tip: If bar soap’s not your thing, use the case to stash your jewelry and/or hair ties.

4. Room Essentials Wire Shower Caddy ($7): In this case, basic isn’t a bad thing. This petite wire caddy is great for hauling just the essentials to and fro. We recommend snagging a couple of these to store washcloths and hand towels on your standard-issue shelving.

WHAT TO STOCK IN YOUR SHOWER CADDY

1. BlueAvocado (re)zip Reusable Travel Pouches ($20): Pop Q-tips, cotton squares, cosmetics and more into these little pouches and toss them in your shower caddy. These durable travel pouches are TSA-friendly too, which will come in handy when you travel home for holiday break.

2. Simple By Design Printed Bath Wrap ($25): Okay, so we understand if you don’t want to bring a full-on bathrobe to the bathroom, but this plush towel wrap is a must-have. It’ll keep you cozy and covered while you’re doing your hair and makeup post-shower.

3. Old Navy Classic Flip Flops ($4): Do yourself a favor and buy these bad boys in bulk. Shower shoes are an absolute must, and these are at such a great price that you won’t feel bad tossing ’em out the second they get even a little bit gross.

4. Wet Brush Original Detangler ($9): Wet and tangled hair, prepare to meet your match. The thin bristles on this brush glide through knots with effortless ease. This brush is the major key to achieving your #hairgoals all semester long.

5. Clarisonic Mia Fit Skin Cleansing System ($219): Every time we use this sonic cleansing device, we can’t help but imagine we’re cleaning our faces with those spinning brushes from the car wash. The Mia Fit delivers squeaky clean skin in just minutes and is tiny enough to tuck into any of the caddies featured above. Your complexion can be the first thing to go when you start classes (hello, stress), so invest in a tool that will guarantee a glow.

6. Turbie Twist Hair Towels ($12, pack of two): Alright, you might think we’re kidding with this rec, but trust us, we don’t joke around when it comes to hair products. This is one of those rare as-seen-on-TV items that actually works. The microfiber material soaks up wet hair in minutes and doesn’t stress out your stands like aggressive towel drying does.

7. Diamond Turkish Bath Towel ($16): Skip the cheapie towels in the back-to-school bins and order some of these instead. These beautiful Turkish towels will add a little luxury to your shower routine, so your shower will feel a little more spa life than dorm life. Not to mention, they dry super fast, so you can tote them to the gym or beach too.

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Numerous rumors about potentially-contaminated Girl Scout cookies have been floating around, and Girl Scouts of the USA is finally addressing them.

Sources reported the presence of toxic metals and glyphosate in the popular cookies and noted that it poses “profound ethical and public health concerns.” Here’s what Girl Scouts had to say.

Scroll on to learn more about what’s going on with the latest Girl Scout cookie contamination news.

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The idea that Girl Scout cookies might be contaminated first arose in December 2024 when GMOScience and Moms Across America released a joint-commissioned reporttitled “Danger in the Dough: Unveiling the Toxic Contaminants in Girl Scout Cookies.”

The report found that 100% of the Girl Scout cookie samples they tested were positive for glyphosate and toxic metals and 88% of samples were positive for all 5 toxic metals (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, and mercury), with significant percentages of the samples testing positive for cadmium and lead.

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In the report, both groups said that the continual sale of Girl Scout cookies poses “profound ethical and public health concerns,” and slightly called out Girl Scouts of the USA for not allocating more money towards “better ingredients."

The GMOScience and Moms Across America report also cited a lack of government oversight when it comes to food safety and that entities like the FDA and EPA “have not fulfilled their commitment.”

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Despite the reports about contamination, Girl Scouts of the USA says Girl Scout Cookies are “safe to consume.” In an official statement, they assured the public that their cookies comply with FDA and EPA food safety standards. They also noted that heavy metals are not purposefully added to their cookies.

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Girl Scouts of the USA made sure to note that “environmental contaminants” like heavy metals and glyphosate can occur naturally in soil, though in very small, trace amounts.

The FDA verified this, saying naturally-occurring heavy metals like arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, and mercury are just a “reality about our food supply.”

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Girl Scouts of the USA highlighted that their cookie suppliers “continue to ensure the integrity of [their] recipes and the safety of all Girl Scout Cookie products in accordance with federal regulations and Global Food Safety initiative standards.”

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The real issue at hand is not just Girl Scout cookies – it’s that our frameworks for food safety have plenty of wiggle room for toxic metals and chemicals to be present in our food.

In fact, it’s become so common that we tend to forget all about it – likely why cookie lovers were up in arms about the contamination news.

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GMOScience and Moms Across America echoed this exact sentiment in their report, calling for the development of organic and regenerative farming to eradicate potential contamination altogether.

They also called on Girl Scouts of the USA to play a larger role in “transforming our food and farming system.”

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The Kansas City Chiefs suffered a Super Bowl tough loss on February 9, 2025, and there's one major thing on everyone's mind now — is Travis Kelce retiring? The subject's come up multiple times throughout the 2024-2025 NFL season, but much like his brother Jason the previous year, Travis hasn't given a definitive answer on the matter. Amid everything from Taylor Swift wedding rumors to starring TV roles (anyone else watch Grotequerie?!), the Chiefs tight end definitely has a lot going on right now. Could all this — plus an overall great football season, sans the Super Bowl loss — add up to the end of his NFL career? Here's what we know so far.

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On February 12, 2025, Travis Kelce opened up about his potential retirement on the New Heights podcast. "I know everybody wants to know whether or not I'm playing next year, and right now, I'm just kicking everything down the road," he said. "I'm not making any crazy decisions."

Travis shared that the Super Bowl loss a "tough pill to swallow" and a "tough reality," but also noted that the Chiefs team is focused on "being there" for each other in the aftermath.

"I'm gonna take some time to figure it out. And, I think I owe it to my teammates that if I do come back, it's a wholehearted decision," he said. "I'm not half-a--ing it, and I'm fully here for them."

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During the 2025 Super Bowl, Travis only made four catches, resulting in a gain of 39 yards — his "lowest postseason output since 2019" according to The Athletic. Still, USA Todayreported that he broke Jerry Rice's record of 35 career Super Bowl catches. However, it was pretty clear that even a record-breaking performance wasn't enough to bolster Travis's mood.

The football star didn't hold a larger post-game conference, but he noted that they "haven't played that bad all year" and said that the Chiefs "couldn’t get it going offensively" to a few reporters. He acknowledged, "You don't lose like that without everything going bad," before leaving for the night.

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Still, Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes was asked about what comes next for Travis's career. "I'll let Travis make that decision on his own," Patrick said. "He's given so much to this team and to the NFL, and he's been such a joy, not only for me to work with, but for people to watch."

Mahomes notes Travis "still has a lot of football left in him" and that he "always makes plays in the biggest moments." He said, "But I know he still has a love for the game, and he’ll get to spend some time with his family and make that decision on his own."

Patrick reassured everyone, "He knows he’ll come back here with open arms. We love that guy not only for the football player, but for who he is every single day."

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Travis made his way to the suite with Taylor and his family after the tough Chiefs loss. It was a stark contrast from his "fight for your right to party" vibes of last year, so we hope we was able to find some comfort among his loved ones. And as for if Travis is actually retiring, we'll definitely keep an eye out for what he says and does next. 👀

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We can always count on our favorite streamers to give us the best content, like, ever. In addition to The Best New TV Shows Coming To Netflix In February, there are some truly stellar titles on Max this month — including a few you can already watch! We might have to wait a few more months for The Last of Us season 2, but these new TV shows make that wait a little easier.

Here are the 8 best TV shows on Max in February 2025.

1. The White Lotus Season 3 — Stream on Max February 16, 2025

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Start your spring break early by joining the new White Lotus cast in Thailand. This season, which debuts new episodes every week at 9PM EST, explores all things pleasure and pain, and trust me: you'll be on the edge of your seat the whole time.

The White Lotus season 3 stars Leslie Bibb, Jason Isaacs, Michelle Monaghan, Carrie Coon, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger and Blackpink’s Lisa Manobal.

2. Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe In Freedom Cannot Rest — Stream on Max February 25, 2025

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This 6-episode docuseries tells the story of the racial justice communities and leaders working today, following the birth of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s.

3.The Pitt — Stream new episodes on Max every Thursday

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This entire 15-episode drama takes place over the course of a single shift at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital’s emergency room, broken down into 15 one-hour segments. I'm hooked!

The Pitt stars Noah Wyle, Tracey Ifeachor, Patrick Ball, Supriya Ganesh, Fiona Dourif, Taylor Dearden, Isa Briones, Gerran Howell, Shabana Azeez, and Katherine LaNasa.

4. Baylen Out Loud — Stream new episodes on Max every Monday

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This new TV show follows Baylen Dupree, who's making her way through love and life in West Virginia with extreme Tourette Syndrome.

Baylen Out Loud stars Baylen Dupree.

5. 90 Day: The Last Resort — Stream all episodes on Max now

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These 90 Day duos are facing reality while at a group couples retreat — and they have to figure out if they're going to continue their happily ever after or go home on their own.

90 Day: The Last Resort stars Ed Brown, Yara Zaya, Angela Deem, Jovi Dufren, and Kalani Faagata.

6. The Takedown: American Aryans — Stream all episodes on Max now

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This documentary show follows the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas over the last 20+ years — and the murder of a young woman that changes everything.

The Takedown: American Aryans is directed and produced by Neil Rawles.

7. The Fall of Diddy — Stream all episodes on Max now

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True crime fans will want to tune into this series, which examines the allegations against rapper and executive Sean Combs.

8. The West Wing — Stream on Max now

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Get your old school TV kick with the OG political drama, which follows the lives of the people working inside the White House.

The West Wing stars Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe, Allison Janney, John Spencer, Bradley Whitford, Janel Moloney, and Richard Schiff.

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