You don’t need to gut your bathroom to make it feel like an oasis instead of a utility closet. What you need is a little taste — and the right accessories. Up first? Getting your space organized and making sure your stuff — including your favorite skin care products — has a place to live. Then, you’ve got to find items that feel pampering and others that manage your more practical needs.
To help you out, I sifted through the noise (and the neon memory foam mats) to find upgrades that actually do something: save space, add polish, and make your bathroom feel more spa than afterthought. No reno required.
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Best Amazon bathroom accessories
Below, we rounded up bathroom accessories from Amazon that will spruce up your space and are both fun and functional. Every item is highly rated with at least a 4.3 star-average rating and over 500 reviews.
Best organizational bathroom accessories
These plastic adhesive floating wall shelves can transform empty wall space into a decorative storage solution that can hold up to 5 pounds of makeup brushes, lotions, small plants and more. Four rectangular shelves of multiple sizes are included in each pack, along with both adhesive strips and screws.
This rolling storage cart’s slim design means it can fit in tight spaces, like between your toilet and the wall, or you can detach the four shelves to fit two on either side of the drain pipe in the cabinet under your bathroom sink. The wheels can be locked or you can detach them if you want the cart to remain stationary. The cart is made of plastic reinforced with a stainless-steel frame, and it comes with hooks so you can hang things off the sides. There are no tools required for assembly.
Keep cotton balls, floss picks, hair ties, makeup brushes and other essentials at your fingertips in these plastic apothecary jars. They are BPA-free, available in sets of two, three and four and come with pre-printed and customizable labels.
This organizer kit contains two L-shaped shower caddies and a soap holder to make full use of your shower’s corner to hold shampoo, soap, razors and other essentials. It’s made of stainless steel and coated with rust-proof paint so it should keep its shine without staining over time, according to the brand. Each caddy has six hooks to hold washcloths, loofahs and bath brushes, and mounts with adhesive rather than a suction cup. They’ll stick securely to smooth tile, marble, tempered glass, wood and solid metal, according to Yasonic.
These tiny plastic organizers have a non-slip bottom and can hold small items that often get mixed together in your drawers, such as nail polish, hair accessories, cosmetics, medicine and toothpaste. This stackable set comes with 25 boxes in various sizes so you can customize your drawer layout.
This towel rack comes in brushed nickel or matte black in various lengths, from 13 inches to 19.5 inches. KES also offers the option of two, three, four or six swivel arms. The stainless-steel arms rotate 180 degrees, and when not in use, the bars can be swung back to save space.
If you don’t have much drawer space, you may need to stack some of your products on the counter. Keep them organized with this carousel. It’s made from acrylic, so you can easily see what you have and it has adjustable shelves that allows you to accommodate bottles and jars that are different heights.
This organizer can be hung over the back of a cabinet or mounted. It has three compartments that can fit hair tools — including a hair dryer, straightener and curling iron. The organizer is made from stainless steel and you can adjust the height of the hangers to accommodate your cabinet size.
Keep spare toilet paper easily accessible with this free-standing holder. It can hold a roll at the top, along with three additional rolls underneath. It also has a top tray that you can place your phone on, or store essentials like tissue paper you may need nearby. The holder has a sturdy base with rubber feet to prevent it from slipping on tile floors and it comes in three colors — black, white and silver.
Best indulgent bathroom accessories
This Bluetooth speaker can connect to wireless devices up to 66 feet away and be fully submerged in water for 30 minutes without damage, according to the brand. It comes with a suction cup that attaches to your bathroom tile or mirror, and it can run for up to 12 hours of playing time on a single, three-hour charge.
These towels are generously sized at 27 inches by 54 inches and are made from 100 percent Turkish cotton, making them extremely absorbent and soft, according to the brand. The hems are double-stitched to prevent fraying, and they come in 12 color options, including Wedgewood, Cranberry, Moss and Pink.
This tray is made of bamboo and comes either in natural or lacquered in several colors, including walnut, brown, black and gray. It expands from 29.4 inches to 44.2 inches to fit across almost any bathtub, according to the brand, and comes with several compartments, including a wine glass holder, candle holder, storage box and tablet stand.
This towel warmer begins gearing within one minute and reaches a maximum temperature of 167 degrees Fahrenheit in six minutes. The Keenray is 19 inches high and 13 inches wide and accommodates up to two 40-by-70-inch bath towels at once. It can also heat up bathrobes, blankets, PJs and more. It has an essential oil reservoir and comes with an aroma disc to make your towels smell fresh, according to the brand. The towel warmer stays heated for 60 minutes, has an auto shutoff, and is relatively portable at just 11 pounds.
Bath pillows provide comfort for your neck and head, but a full-body bath pillow, like this option from Bath Haven, offers comfort for your back, neck and tailbone while you soak. The pillow has 13 suction cups to keep the cushion securely in place, and it’s made of quick-drying, quilted breathable mesh, according to the brand. It’s machine washable and comes with a wash bag so that the suction cups don’t stick to the inside of your washing machine.
The high piles of this chenille bath mat offer extra comfort and support when stepping out of the shower or tub, according to the brand. The mat is machine washable and comes with an adhesive backing so it stays in place. It also comes in 24 colors and several sizes.
The 12 layers of white ruffles in this shower curtain were designed to give the appearance of a cascading waterfall, according to the brand. The front ruffle is made of sheer gauze, backed with a layer of opaque polyester fiber to provide privacy. This machine-washable curtain measures 72 inches by 72 inches and has grommets for hanging.
This Urroy phone holder was designed for use in the shower and is ideal for anyone who wants to listen to music or catch up on Netflix after a long day. It holds smartphones between 4 and 6.3 inches inside a double-layered waterproof, anti-fog shell that has a touchable screen. The holder rotates 360 degrees so you can view horizontally or vertically, and it sticks to shower walls or glass with adhesive and can support up to 4.5 pounds, according to Urroy.
I received these as a gift and find that they’re a delightful way to make your shower feel a bit more luxurious. The steamers come individually wrapped and this set comes with six different scents — including lavender, citrus grove and jasmine. As you heat up your shower, unwrap one and stick it in the corner. The steam will activate the scent and you’ll be able to enjoy a more spa-like experience.
Best practical bathroom accessories
Rather than sitting over the drain like most drain protectors, the TubShroom fits inside the drain and collects the hair around its cylinder so the caught hair is hidden while you shower. To remove the hair, pull out the TubShroom, clean it off, and plug it back into your drain. The TubShroom fits any standard 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch tub drain.
Skin-irritating chemicals in the water system can disrupt pH balance, leaving your skin itchy, flaky and dry. AquaBliss filters away these chemicals, blocking chlorine, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, dirt and odors and helps control scale buildup, according to the brand. It fits standard showers, handheld shower heads and most rain showers, according to AquaBliss, and is designed to filter about 12,000 gallons of water in its lifespan, or approximately six months of normal usage. After that, you must replace the filter cartridge, sold separately.
This drain cover lets you increase the amount of water a few more inches in your tub rather than hearing it trickle down the drain as you bathe. With a 4-inch diameter, it fits over most standard drains and adheres with 12 small suction cups that seal tightly, according to the brand.
This trash can has a slim profile to fit in between your toilet and the wall — or any other small place you want it. It has automatic infrared technology, so you can just wave your hand over the top and it will open for you. If your hand stays in the area of the sensor, the trash can will stay open. Once you remove your hand, there’s a light that will blink before it closes. It also comes in five different colors to complement a range of decor styles.
Use this spray before or after you go to neutralize the air and avoid a funky-smelling bathroom. The ideal way to use it: Spritz it into the water of your toilet bowl before going to the bathroom. The spray then traps foul smells below the surface of the water, according to the brand. The scent is a mix of bergamot, sea salt and eucalyptus and the formula is made with plant-based oils.
Make middle-of-the-night bathroom trips easier with this nightlight. It automatically turns on when it gets dark and turns off when the room gets light again. Also nice: The light isn’t too bright, so it won’t hurt tired eyes.
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