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College Baddie Essentials 💅 How to stay stress free and clean in college !
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items Welcome incoming freshman college students! I am going into my senior year of college and here is everything that got me through dorm living. To stay organized, clean, and prepared please check this list out!
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Bedding
Cozy floor essentials
Communal bathroom/shower must- haves
Bedding
This pillow is essential. If you don’t purchase a backboard for your bed this pillow is perfect to lean against when doing homework. This white one specifically is super soft and easy too clean. This pillow has some weight so it doesn’t fall over eas...
Back Pillow
I ordered this blanket my sophomore year of college. This blanket is a perfect throw blanket to lounge in bed or on the couch. It fits the twin XL perfectly and is fuzzy on the outside but a cooler material on the inside. I use this blanket daily and...
Pink Throw Blankets
You are going to need a mattress topper sheet:) I recommend the one in the last slide it’s super easy to put on and breathable. It’s also washer friendly and doesn’t ball up, I also have had this sheet for two years now and it’s perfect.
Mattress Topper Fitted Sheet
I suggest that students get a good pillow no matter the cost. You will be up late nights doing homework so great sleep is a must. This pillow was the best investment I’ve made, it’s cooling and soft and doesn’t feel lumpy. I bought this pillow about ...
Most Comfortable Bed Pillows - Purple Mattress
For the winter I would suggest purchasing a UGG comforter. The dorms tend to be freezing in the winter and this comforter ensures a warms night sleep. It is on the pricy side, but, it’s worth it. It makes the bed 10x more comfortable and warm for the...
UGG® Bedding Collection
For regular bedding for the spring-summer or even for winter I suggest any target twin XL bedding. The blankets are not too heavy if you tend to get hot in your bedding and the sheets are easy to put on and light. They have so many cute patterns and ...
Twin XL : Bedding Sets & Collections
I would suggest getting a squishmallow for your bed. I use my squishmallow as a pillow as well as a pillow for my couch. Literally everyone you meet will have one on their beds and they’re just super cute and cozy.
Squishmallows
You need this !!!! Before getting these I would get so annoyed due to me moving around in my sleep and the sheet coming off. The twin xl bed is a challenge to make so these clips are a must to hold your sheets down.
Best Sheet Fasteners
My roommate has this twin xl bedding from Walmart. It is perfect for Fall or spring and is so comfy. The material is super breathable and it’s easy to wash. It’s also a great affordable option.
Twin Xl Bed Sets in Bedding Sets(1000+)
This exact bed fan from target has saved my sleep. When I first moved in it takes two weeks for the air conditioning to really set in so this is a must. The clip is strong so it doesn’t fall off frequently and it’s not too noisy.
Clip On Bed Fan
This cushioned sleep mask from target is also a must. When your share a room with someone you will be on different sleep schedules. These completely black out the light and don’t cause a headache like some other ones that are too tight.
Sleeping Masks: Weighted, Blackout, & Cooling Options
These silk pillowcase has saved my hair! I wake up with silky hair after taking out my braids. This pillowcase also makes sure that your face stays cool throughout the night and it’s super comfortable.
ZIMASILK 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
You need this if you like to do homework in bed!! The beds are high up so if you drop a piece of paper you’re gonna have to jump down grab it you get the gist. This table ensures that everything stays in place and you can focus on your homework not p...
Bed Desk
This sleep spray has saved me and my sleep! Dorm rooms tend to get stinky no matter how much you spray or melt your waxes. This bed spray not only helps you fall asleep but it smells amazing. Ten minutes after spraying this I am fast asleep.
Dr Teal's Sleep Spray w/ Melatonin & Oils, 6oz x3
You will have crumbs on your bed from eating snacks or what not! This is essential for a clean bed always.
Bed Vacuum
This blanket is perfect for a hot day after practice and you just need to be cozy but not hot. I recommend this blanket if you’re staying in the dorms over the summer.
Cooling Throw
These are perfect for when you have anxiety about class or work or life in general. If you let it lay on your chest it creates such a relief.
Shop Hugimals Weighted Stuffed Animals for Adults & Kids
This headboard from Wayfair has made my college dorm look so much cuter. The bed without it looks super bare and it’s annoying when all the pillows fall down🙃
Twin Xl Headboard
This mattress topper is super lightweight and comfortable. I tend to sweat when I’m sleeping and this is the best breathable material. Also it fits my twin XL perfectly, it doesn’t slide around a lot and it’s so comfortable
Bedsure Twin XL Soft Mattress Pad for Dorm
Cozy floor essentials
I got my dorm room area rug from Walmart for a great price. I would totally recommend a huge area rug because it makes the room like more put together and less bare.
Bedroom Rugs in Area Rugs(1000+)
You will make friends in college and they will want to come hang in your dorm. Your dorm is where you will spend 85 percent of the time with or without your friends. These floor pillows are great for the area rug for people to sit on. My friends and ...
GURLI Floor cushion, beige, 45x45x10 cm
This scraper is a true essential. Like a life savior. I share a suite with three other girls and let me tell you there is a lot of hair. Before vacuuming the rugs we scrape it first picking up all the hair and dust. I suggest this one from Amazon ove...
Carpet Hair Removal Tool
This carpet stain remover is the best! You will most likely get that one annoying stain on your rug from a drink spill or anything. The smell is amazing and it removes the stain perfectly even oil stains. Using this cleaner has helped my area rug las...
Carpet Cleaner Spray & Stain Remover | Best Options
This is a purchase that isn’t a must but should be considered. The dorm couches in the living room aren’t the most comfy and this bean bag chair fits our corner perfectly and fits two of us girls. It’s so comfortable that I ended up falling asleep on...
Fluffy Bean Bag Chair
You will need this spray for your couches and any blankets or chairs in your dorm room. This whole bottle last me about 3 months and the smell is amazing I would always get compliments on how my room would smell. After vacuuming the rugs I would spra...
Fabric Sprays | Febreze FABRIC
Communal bathroom/shower must- haves
These waterproof sandals are very much needed for a communal shower or even a shared showered with your roomies. These ones from Walmart have lasted me two years and they’re very comfortable. They’re flexible so it’s easy to move in and out to clean ...
Waterproof Sandals
These are a must! They are so much better than regular towels I would recommend getting two-three. These are perfect for drying off while your do your makeup or any other tasks after the shower. These towels do not fall down!!
Bath Towel Wrap
To make your hair less dry! Get one of these towels, regular towels dry your hair out and these hold the hair for a long time I even sleep with mine!
Hair Drying Towels: Beauty & Personal Care
These plush robes are perfect for the winter! If you’re too lazy to get dressed right after the shower I suggest purchasing a fluffy robe. I quite literally wore mine everyday after class for comfort.
Women's Plush Robes
You will need one of these. Trust me. You do not want your toothbrush exposed in the communal restroom or out in the open in your dorm ! These ones from Amazon are the best they are easy to clean and mines lasted 3 years!
Toothbrush Case
These are a must for your room! They are pricy but I had my JBL for five years now. All of my friends request that I bring it 24/7 for parties and what not. It is waterproof so it’s perfect for the bathroom and I’ve dropped it a million times so it’s...
Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers
For a stinky communal bathroom these are worth it. These would make my bathroom smell amazing afterwards and everyone on my floor appreciated it. These are perfect for a relaxing everything shower and aren’t too strong.
Shower Melts
You will need hand sanitizer! Sometimes your soap dispenser will be empty and these are perfect to keep in your caddy when that happens.
Travel Size Hand Sanitizer Bulk
I keep a bottle of this in my caddy 24/7. I love to give the shower a good spray before entering and then exiting. You don’t need to wipe this one as dissolves so it’s super easy to use!
Products | Scrubbing Bubbles® US
You will need these wipes because unfortunately people sprinkle when they tinkle and don’t clean up after themselves. These wipes are easy to bring from the pack and a quick wipe ensures a clean experience.
Toilet Seat Wipes
You will need these for the sink! These are great to remove scum and to prevent getting sick.
Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes
This! This shower caddy. No other. The ones from Amazon are way too small and this one has so many pockets! I fit all of my shower products in this mesh caddy. I recommend mesh so you can hang it up not put it on the floor.
Mesh Shower Organizer