Polygon Picks: Accessories and gadgets for your bathroom

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The Polygon Picks badge is awarded to each of these special products because we believe they can improve the lives of our readers. Through a combination of research and testing of a wide range of market offerings, we have distinguished these items as exemplary and worthy of consideration. These are the things we like, and we hope you will too.

Tooletries Scrubbing Kit, $99.99

If you’re tired of pastel loofahs and disposable hygiene products, the Tooletries Scrubber Set is the answer. This set includes four different, durable silicone scrubbers for cleaning and exfoliating, each with its own dedicated hook that can be attached to different surfaces in the bathroom.

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Arcade Button Light Switch Board, $9.99

There’s nothing like the feel of a big plastic button. This arcade-style light switch accent easily mounts to any flat light switch without the need for rewiring and comes in a range of amazing colours.

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Homesick Scented Candles, $44

If you’ve ever wondered what the Death Star might smell like, Homesick has curated an incredible collection of delightful scents inspired by some of the most iconic locations in the Star Wars canon. Light one of these soy candles and add a flame to fill your bathroom with the scents of a galaxy far, far away.

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Concord Aerospace Hardware, $49

Concord Aerospace makes a number of fun switch designs inspired by the same hardware that put man on the moon. If you have a minimal electrical knowledge, you can swap out one of these sturdy panels and give your vanity lights the same authority as the Saturn V rocket.

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Ruggable Bath Mat, $129

Bath mats can get gross quickly. Instead of burning your next bath mat, consider purchasing a machine-washable option from Ruggable. Each 22×32-inch rug is soft and absorbent, and can be replaced with a non-slip Ruggable bath mat.

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Lego Wall Hooks, $11.99

Even if you’re the only person using the bathroom, there’s never enough space to hang all your delicate items. If you need extra hanging space, these Lego pegs can be attached to most bathroom surfaces with screws or adhesive strips, and come in a variety of sizes and colors.

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Little Town Before Christmas Jars, $35.50

What is it? A trio of ceramic containers shaped like a stop-motion masterpiece Nightmare Before Christmas. These humble jars are perfect for storing small items in your home medicine cabinet, such as cotton balls, wolfsbane, or dental picks.

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D&D Shower Curtain, $56.94

Throw for hygiene! This machine-washable polyester shower curtain features an illustration of the classic first edition Game Master’s Guide for D&D and is rumored to provide advantage on all purity checks.

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Star Trek Robe, $69.99

Get your Phasers cozy with this adorable plush robe, modeled after the Command Uniforms. Star Trek: TNGThis fleece robe has lots of fun details, like an embroidered patch and collar patches, so everyone knows who’s boss.

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Silent Hill Makeup Brush Set, $44.99

Phoenix Rising Cosmetics has collaborated on some excellent nerdy projects in the past, but the most inspiring might be the Silent Hill makeup brushes. This set of five crimson makeup brushes features characters from the iconic horror series, including Robbie Rabbit and Pyramid Head.

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D20 Bath Bombs, $17

GeekyClean’s scented bath bombs come in beautiful canvas bags and come in D&D-inspired scents like Witch Bolt and Misty Step. But their coolest feature is a hidden set of polyhedral cubes that reveal themselves as the bath bomb dissolves in the tub.

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Adorable Mushroom Night Lights, $5.99

You wouldn’t normally want to have mushrooms in a humid place, but these night lights are an exception. Night lights in the bathroom are a must. If you have to use the bathroom late at night and don’t want to dazzle yourself with the glare of turning on the light — this is it. What could be cuter than a little mushroom light? —Julia Lee

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Sailor Moon Pressed Powder Set, $26

ColourPop is constantly coming out with really good collaborations, so while you can check out all of their cute eyeshadow palettes, gel eyeliners, and glitter gels, my favorite ColourPop products are their powder highlighters. They’re so shiny, and the Luna and Artemis style in this particular set just makes my brain happy. –JL

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NES Cartridge Protective Cloth, $34.99

Until Kleenex formalizes its partnership with Nintendo, these 3D-printed hand warmers from Etsy are your best bet. This nostalgic cover comes in a variety of styles inspired by classic NES cartridges and is the size to fit any cube-shaped tissue box.

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Philips Hue A19 Color Bulbs, $49.97

While there are many reasons I love having Philips Hue colored bulbs in my bathroom, my real favorite is the ability to shower with mood lighting. But also, having adjustable bulbs means my partner and I can turn up the lights to get fine detail in the mirror or dim the lights to dim the blue light for a 3 a.m. bathroom visit. It also gives me a sense of much more control over my cramped Brooklyn apartment bathroom, since I can’t really renovate it. —Chelsea Stark

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Window Film, $12.99

Opening a window is a great way to get rid of the telltale mold smell, but in case you don’t want to give your neighbors a free show, Etsy offers a range of nerdy window films that are a renter-friendly way to maintain privacy in your business.

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Tooletries Silicone Can Holder, $15.99

One of the few things that can improve an extended shower is the presence of a cold beverage. If you’re someone who likes to drink canned beverages while you’re in the shower, you might want to check out the Silicone Can Holder from Tooletries. This easy-to-clean cover securely attaches to most tiled surfaces and will easily hold any standard 12-ounce aluminum can.

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Ampere Shower Power Pro, $99

Sure, you can listen to the podcast on your phone or via a Bluetooth speaker, but if you want to join us in 2024, you might want to check out the Amprere Shower Power speaker. This speaker attaches to most standard shower heads and is powered by the flow of water, meaning you never have to charge it. The Shower Power Pro also comes with a 360-degree speaker and app-controlled RGB lighting.

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Bamboo Bath Tray, $33.99

A bath tray is a fantastic way to reinforce self-care while soaking in the tub. This collapsible bamboo tray comes in a variety of finishes and can expand to accommodate tubs up to 42 inches wide. The tray’s surface offers multiple ways to hold your phone, tablet, wine glass, and more to ensure they don’t accidentally dip in.

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