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All the Best Dyson Products We Recommend, From Vacuums to Hair Dryers
by Gabriella DePinho
We currently recommend five Dyson products across our website. Here’s what they are and why we like them.
The Best Grab Bars
by Anna Wenner
Grab bars offer one of the best ways to prevent slips and falls in your home. These four bars are safe and versatile enough to fit in any bathroom.
Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Improve the Lighting in My Dingy Bathroom?
by Annemarie Conte
The various types of smart bulbs can be confusing, especially when they’re being used in a bathroom. Here are some options that won’t harsh your mellow.
The Best Shower Caddy
by Cey'na Smith
The OXO Aluminum 3-Tier Shower Caddy is the best option to keep toiletries tidy.
The Best Bidet Toilet Seat or Washlet
by Doug Mahoney
Bidets baby your butt for a better bathroom experience.
The Best Men’s Razors (for Any Face)
by Dan Koeppel and Justin Redman
Gillette’s tried-and-true Mach3 razor remains our favorite for everyday shaving, because it provides the perfect balance of comfort, closeness, and durability—and all at a fair price.
The Best Period Underwear
by Nancy Redd
Period underwear is more reliable—and better looking—than ever. The best pairs for you depend on your period and preferences. We recommend several styles.
How to Clean a Showerhead
by Joshua Lyon
If your showerhead isn’t working as well as it used to, it’s probably time for a cleaning. There are some crucial dos and don’ts to know along the way.
Small Bathroom Ideas
by Alex Arpaia and Dorie Chevlen
After 20 hours researching dozens of organizing solutions, we recommend these items to maximize storage and keep small bathrooms clutter-free.
6 Cheap(ish) Things to Bliss Up Your Bathtime
by Gabriella DePinho
Breathe in, breathe out, repeat after us: I deserve a blissful bath.
I Tested 13 Bidets. I’m a Convert.
by Doug Mahoney
What a bidet is, a bidet vs a washlet, and why you might love one. These are the two we recommend for most people.
Wall Hooks We Love
by Wirecutter Staff
Functional hooks are plentiful, stylish hooks exist. The trick is finding both in one package. Here are 11 that our staff use and love for reducing clutter.
How (and How Often) to Clean Your Towels
by Jackie Reeve
Changing them about every three days is a simple rule of thumb.
How Often You Should Wash Your Bath Mats
by Dorie Chevlen
Though your bath mat seems innocuous, it’s actually quietly collecting plenty of dirt, debris, and microscopic squatters. You should be cleaning it weekly, minimum.
How to Plunge a Toilet the Right Way
by Ellen Airhart
Toilet clogs happen, and keeping the best tool for the job close at hand will rid your problem fast and prevent costly plumber visits. Guests will thank you too, even if they never mention it.
The Best Hair Clippers for Home Use
by Arabelle Sicardi and Jon Chase
The Wahl Elite Pro has a powerful motor, durable guide combs, and a cord that’s long enough to suit most home-haircut needs.
Most People Don’t Need This Fancy Toothbrush Feature. But I Do.
by Phillip Zminda
My dentist told me I’m brushing so hard that my gums are receding. My toothbrush’s pressure sensor is teaching me to brush right and keeping my gums healthy.
Ask Wirecutter: How Can I Get My Partner to Stop Leaving Hair Everywhere?
by Annemarie Conte
Easy cleanup tips for hair that’s all over the bathroom.
How to Clean Your Hairbrush
by Dorie Chevlen
Your hairbrush is home to some disgusting stuff. Here’s how to clean it.
There’s a Toilet Paper Calculator That Cuts Through ‘Mega’ and ‘Jumbo’ Marketing Claims
by Elissa Sanci
Frustrated by confusing toilet paper marketing language, these amateur deal finders created a calculator to help sort the deals from the duds.
The Best Toilet Paper
by Nancy Redd
Using terrible toilet paper is a bummer. We meticulously compared 36 types to find sustainable and traditional options that are tops for any bottom.
The Best Hair Straightener
by Hannah Waters and Tiffany Kelly
We've tested 11 hair straighteners on four heads of hair, and we’ve found that the GVP Ceramic Titanium Digital is the most maneuverable full-size flat iron.
Three Really Expensive Razors and Why You Might Want to Shave With Them
by Dan Koeppel
Entrepreneurs and inventors are rethinking shaving by combining the traditional with the modern.
Out of Toilet Paper? You Have Other Options. Just Don’t Flush Them!
by Doug Mahoney
Here’s how to handle TP scarcity without ruining your local water treatment systems.
Upgrades We’d Make to Any Bathroom
by Harry Sawyers
There’s a limit to what you can do in a space you don’t own, but these bath upgrades make it feel a lot more like it’s yours.
The Best Eyelash Curler
by Camille Chatterjee
We tested nine eyelash curlers, and the Shiseido Eyelash Curler remains the best one for most people. Our diverse test panel found that it created smooth curls without crimping lashes or pinching skin.