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The Best Electric Toothbrush
by Nancy Redd
We’ve tested 66 electric toothbrushes in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink. The minimalist yet effective Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick.
The Best Shower Curtains
by Claire Perlman
After testing dozens of shower curtains, from classic neutrals to neon vinyls, we share our favorite options to help embellish any bathroom.
The Best Hair Dryer
by Nancy Redd
After more than 70 hours of research and tests of 42 hair dryers, we’ve found that many perform similarly, but the Rusk W8less is the one we recommend first.
The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids
by Nancy Redd
Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and built-in timer may help them brush better.
The Best Bath Towel
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve researched hundreds of towels and tested dozens, and the Frontgate Resort Collection Bath Towel is the softest, warmest, and most durable towel we’ve found.
The Best Bathroom Rugs and Bath Mats
by Alex Arpaia
A good bath mat can keep you from slipping and add some pizzazz to your bathroom. These three durable and comfortable options will work for a variety of styles.
The Best Toilet Seat Risers
by Anna Wenner
If you or a loved one find it hard to stand up after using the toilet, it may be time to add one of these toilet seat risers to the bathroom.
The Best Beard Trimmer
by Brent Butterworth
The Philips Norelco MG7750 offers the ideal combination of power, ease of use, and versatility, making it the best tool for most at-home beard groomers.
50 Wirecutter Picks to Glow Up Your Bathroom for $50 or Less
by Wirecutter Staff
Your bathroom deserves to be the best room in your house—and with these under-$50 towels, tub trays, bidets, and more, you can make it happen on the cheap.
The Best Women’s Razors (for Every Body)
by Caira Blackwell
We’ve tested 25 cartridge razors since 2018. We’ve concluded that most people who shave body hair will be happiest with the Billie razor.
The Best Tampons
by Nancy Redd
Most tampons are the same, but some stand out. Tampax Pearl and Pure are our favorites with applicators; O.B. Pro Comfort and Organic are the best without.
How to Clean Bathroom Tile and Grout
by James Austin and Ellen Airhart
Once you identify the type of tile and grout stain you’re dealing with, you can be more effective and targeted while cleaning.
The Best Toilet Brush
by Kevin Purdy and Doug Mahoney
Scrubbing a toilet isn’t glamorous, but using the OXO Good Grips Compact Toilet Brush—which includes a sleek canister—makes it less of a chore.
The Best Toilet Plunger
by Doug Mahoney
After considering 40 plungers and testing eight, we think the Korky 99-4A Max Performance Plunger is the best. It is by far the most powerful plunger we found.
The Best Smart Scale
by Seth Berkman
After taking dozens upon dozens of weight readings and testing several apps, we’ve concluded that the affordable and consistent Wyze Scale X is the best smart scale.
The Best Bath Bombs Are Lush Bath Bombs
by Nancy Redd
Bath bombs from Lush, whose co-founder invented the effervescent tub treats, are truly the bomb. We tried 14 less-expensive options, finding none could compete.
The Best Squatty Potty and Other Toilet Stools Worth the Floor Space
by Nancy Redd
All toilet stools prop up your feet, providing a comfortable squat for pooping. The best one for you depends on your style, space, and budget.
6 Cheap(ish) Essentials to Keep in Your Medicine Cabinet
by Gabriella DePinho
Your medicine cabinet might be missing a few of these cheap(ish) Wirecutter-approved health, grooming, and self-care essentials.
All Our Favorite Picks From OXO
by Gabriella DePinho
After thorough testing, we recommend 50 items from OXO in a wide range of categories.
The Best Shower Mat
by Shannon Palus and Anna Wenner
These grippy, easy-to-clean mats can help prevent a fall in the bath or shower, offering peace of mind that anyone can use.
The Best Menstrual Cups and Discs
by Rose Eveleth
After trying more than 40 different menstrual cups and discs, we’ve found the best options for different bodies and preferences.
The Best Nail Clippers
by Nancy Redd
Sharper blades, more-precise control, and a pleasant feel in the hand make upgrading from dull drugstore nail clippers worth it.
Our Favorite Shower Caps
by Nancy Redd
After taking hundreds of showers using 21 different reusable caps, we recommend three to fit every head and hairstyle.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Lifestyle Picks of 2023
by Wirecutter Staff
Here are some of the most popular home and lifestyle Wirecutter picks from 2023.
The Best Water Flossers
by Nancy Redd
Water flossers are pricier, bulkier, and fussier than string floss. If you need or want to floss with a steady stream of water, we recommend the Waterpik Ion.
How to Clean a Toilet the Right Way
by James Austin
It takes a bit more effort than a casual spray of Gatorade-colored cleaning fluid to clean a toilet.
Bathroom Accessories and Grooming Tools We Love
by Daniela Gorny
Here are the gadgets we buy for ourselves and use in our own bathrooms to get organized, save time, and make grooming fun and luxurious.
The Best Tweezers
by Shannon Palus
For 10 years, Tweezerman Slant tweezers have been our favorite for plucking hairs. We recommend the Ingrown Hair/Splintertweeze for digging out splinters.
This Shampoo Bar Saves Me Money and Comes in Compostable Packaging
by Catherine Garcia
Solid shampoo bars are an eco-friendly alternative to liquid shampoo but do they deliver great hair? We found out.
The Best Bathroom Scales
by Nancy Redd
Most scales under $50 have significant drawbacks, but the EatSmart Precision+ Ultra-Wide Bathroom Scale has proved reliable over years of long-term testing.
The Best Showerhead
by Tim Heffernan and Joshua Lyon
Few home improvements offer as much consistent satisfaction as a showerhead upgrade.
A Bluetooth Shower Speaker Seems Like a Silly Idea, But This One is Actually Good
by Rose Maura Lorre
A speaker that attaches to your showerhead and powers itself off the water’s flow? It sounds like a gimmick, but the Ampere Shower Power is actually good.
All My Houseguests Ask Me About My Towels
by Daniela Gorny
If you like a lightweight towel that feels great and takes up a minimal amount of space, the Onsen waffle towel may be your new favorite.
The Huckberry Mediterranean Turkish Towel Might Just Be the Perfect Beach Towel
by Annemarie Conte
These perfect beach towels are lightweight, fast-drying and gorgeous.
Our Favorite Bath Trays and Accessories
by Nena Farrell
We researched dozens of bath trays and accessories and found our favorites to make taking a bath feel like a day at the spa.
Utopia Kitchen Towels Are Super Cheap, Highly Absorbent, and Surprisingly Chic
by Rose Maura Lorre
At less than $2 a pop, bar towels are a great way to tackle spills all over your house. And with a decor hack or two, they also look great.