In your home, do you keep a supply of shampoo, toothpaste, soap and other toiletries (other than what you're currently using), and if so, how much extra do you have on hand, approximately?

I am a “soap junkie” and if there’s nice soap in an unusual scent at a good price, I have a hard time resisting the purchase. I also get a supply of travel size toothpaste and free toothbrushes thru my job so I have a supply of those as well. If a nice shampoo is on sale, I will purchase it to have it in my supply.

Well, yesterday I stayed home and organized all this stuff and realized I have a huge surplus on hand. Luckily I have room to store it all so it’s not like I’m looking to give it away or throw it out. However, if financial hardship should ever occur, I am set in the “health and beauty aides” department for at least a while.

Do you purchase or obtain extra toiletries to keep on hand at home and if so, how much extra do you have at any one time?