Published: October 12, 2021 I APARTMENT LIVING
The main purpose of this buying guide is to help you be more organized and more efficient in buying all the bathroom items you need for your move to your new apartment. Having a checklist in hand will help you to accomplish your “things-to-do” list in half the time. You can download the free printable checklist here.
This checklist is divided into 6 categories, each containing the items you will most likely need. Prioritize to get the things you need first.
Please do remember the following:
1. Check the space in your bathroom. If you have a small bathroom, you need to prioritize the necessary items only.
2. Plan how to arrange the items in your bathroom and check if you need to buy storage boxes, shelves, extra cabinets, etc. The thing to avoid here is buying a lot of items that will end up as clutter!
3. Check your budget and set an amount for the items below. Better to avoid overspending.
A. PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
1. Dental care
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Dental floss
2. Hair care, hair treatments, and hair tools
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Hair spa treatment and mask
- Oil for hair
- Hair coloring products
- Hairbrush
- Hair cap
- Hairstyling tools (hairdryer, curling iron, hair straightener)
3. Face care and skin care
- For the face – facial wash/ foam, toner, day/ night moisturizer, serums, eye cream, face oil, anti-aging cream, face mist, lip treatment, sun protection cream, facial mask, pore strips
- Makeup remover and cleansing wipes
- Exfoliators
- Soap or body wash
- Body lotion or body oil
- Soap dish
- Soap dispenser
- Liquid hand soap
- Razor
- Hair removal wax/ strips/ cream
- Shaving cream
- Shaving cologne
- Earbuds
- Cotton/ cotton pads
- Deodorants/ underarm whitening lotion
4. Bath and body care
- Bubble bath
- Bath salts
- Aromatherapy oils
5. Feminine care
- Sanitary napkins
- Tampons
- Feminine wash
- Wipes and mists
- Menstrual cups
6. Others
- Nail clippers, manicure/ pedicure set
- Travel kit
B. BATHROOM FIXTURES AND ACCESSORIES
- Water heater
- Towel rack
- Grab bars for persons with disability or older individuals
- Mirror (with or without a cabinet, full-length)
- Bidet and hose
- Shower rod and rings
- Shower curtain
- Toothbrush holder
- Toilet seat foam
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Laundry basket
- Air freshener/ scented candles
- Weighing scale
- Extra lighting if needed (e.g., light bulb)
C. BATH TOWELS, ROBES, MATS, etc.
- Bath towel
- Hand towel
- Wash cloth or scrub
- Bathroom floor mat
- Anti-slip mat
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom slippers
D. BATHROOM CLEANING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
- Toilet bowl cleaner
- Cleaning agents and solutions
- Glass cleaning solution
- Plunger
- Cleaning scrubs
- Mop
- Trash can
- Trash bags
E. HEALTH AND WELL-BEING SUPPLIES
- Medicine
- Alcohol
- Scissors
- First aid kit
F. STORAGE ESSENTIALS – ORGANIZERS
- Shelves (either wall-mounted or standing shelf) or moveable tray
- Extra cabinets
- Storage boxes and baskets
- Hangers
- Organizers for personal care and bathroom supplies
Before you go, don’t forget to get the free bathroom printable checklist here.
Need to clean the bathroom ASAP? We recommend
Your Ultimate Guide to Uncomplicated Decluttering and Cleaning the Bathroom
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