22 Ways To Actually Enjoy Masturbating In The Shower Or Bath

Rub a dub dub, enjoy some ~good vibes~ in the tub...or shower. 😏 🛁

Chances are, if you've been masturbating for awhile...you've already figured out that the shower or bathroom is a *great* spot to get off. Not only does the bathroom offer privacy, but the bath or shower makes it really easy to clean up any mess you might make.

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1. The first thing you *absolutely* need to do before getting down and dirty in the tub or shower is to make sure it's clean — the faucet, the jets, the showerhead, the basin...all of it.

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If your tub has jets, this Oh Yuk! jetted tub cleaner ($16.99 on Amazon) has 9,000 five-star reviews and will help get all of that gunk from baths taken by previous owners. This eucalyptus and tea tree-scented natural tub and tile cleaner ($12.69+ on Amazon) helps makes your bathroom look brand spanking new after a good scrub down. Here's a list of the best bathroom cleaners if you think that yours just needs a deep clean.

2. If you feel like your shower or bathtub is lacking, update your space to make it comfortable and cozy — your bathroom should be part of your sanctuary, not just where you go to get clean.

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My friend always switches out her showerhead whenever she moves, that's the first thing she does to make her bathroom more her space (more on showerheads later in the post, don't worry!). A fellow BuzzFeed writer has compiled a list of 40 ways to upgrade your bathroom like a pro, which includes adding a fresh eucalyptus bundle ($19.98+ at Hello Eucalyptus on Etsy or $39.99 on Amazon) to make it feel like a spa and a shower curtain with convenient pockets ($18.30 on Amazon) to hold all your essentials.

I have the shower curtain and use it as a liner to hold all of my soaps, shampoos and brushes, etc. But it also does a great job of storing my waterproof sex toys and the variety of pocket sizes can pretty much hold anything, from a wand vibrator to your most compact bullet.

3. For bathtub lovers, scooting your butt down towards the drain so you can position yourself directly underneath the faucet is the OG way of getting off in the tub.

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The "Bathtub Technique" is a tried and true masturbation method for vulva owners, since it's hands-free and only requires having a tub or shower-bathtub.

4. Attach a faucet extender, like the Water Slyde by Lovability, which simply ties around your faucet and flows the water further out towards you. These are a great option if your flexibility is lacking or you don't want to go through all the trouble of scooting directly under the faucet.

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Some reviewers love that the Water Slyde offers less mess and easier cleaning compared to your typical vibrator or wand. And it's hands-free! All you have to do (after cleaning your tub and faucet of course) is lay back and relax.

If you really want to treat yourself, there's also the Bringing Sexy Bath Kit ($72) and the Get Wet Pack ($63), which both come with extra goodies — like a door hanger, a hair towel wrap, and either lube or massage candles — to make your bath time even better.

Promising reviews: "Like many young girls, I first discovered the pleasure that water could bring at a young age in the bath. This simple yet genius product makes that experience possible for anyone, without having to contort your body in a weird angle. It's very easy to attach and position. My self-care Sunday bath routine has forever been transformed." —Kelsey S.

Get it from Lovability for $35 (available in three colors).

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5. Or, if you're on a budget, consider this faucet extender designed to help water reach kids' hands. Many reviewers have attached this to their tubs for washing kids' hair, too, so it's possible it will have a similar result if you wanted to extend the water for other reasons...

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This spout is shorter than the Water Slyde, so you may still have to scoot a little.

Promising review: "We used this on our tub spout as our tub spout's far to short for our tub. this did the trick. It took a little wiggling pulling and stretching to get it to fit, but once it was on we were in business. it extended the water out far enough for us and even allows us to bathe the kids under it!" —Marc

Get it from Amazon for $9.24.

6. Target more intense stimulation to your clit with a suction vibe, like the Puff compact suction vibrator by Unbound. It's my favorite and personal go-to in the shower because it's discreet, waterproof, and only has five powerful intensities to explore. And the shower or bath is the perfect place to play with suction toys because the extra moisture helps the toy create a seal, which is key to really feeling the sensation.

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Using this toy in the shower was a GAME-CHANGER, because you definitely can't hear the sound above the running water (and if you do, it sounds like a sonic face brush, IMO) and there are five simple settings to keep things straight and to the point. If you want to hear me rave more about the Puff, here's a lengthy review on why it's my favorite sex toy.

Promising review: "This is my first toy of any kind and it’s super easy to use!! I have a full house and it’s super quiet even on the highest setting, can barely hear it through the door. Works well in the shower/ bath too!! Super happy I found this." —Madi

Get it from Unbound for $48 (available in mint or quartz).

7. Or treat yourself with the very popular Satisfyer Pro 2, which is beloved by Amazon reviewers for its waterproof design, 12 pulsation intensities and ability to deliver leg-quaking orgasms.

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Reviewers rave about how easy the Satisfyer Pro 2 is to clean and how a shower or fan easily conceals the noise.

Promising review: "Dude, it’s WATERPROOF. Literally gave myself an exorcism for thirty minutes on the floor of the tub, while the shower rained hot water down on me, and this pretty rose gold coping mechanism just went to town on my nipples...and you know where else. I swear my eyes were crossing, I was crying, my fingers were shoving themselves where they didn’t belong.. It’s quiet, waterproof, pretty, inconspicuous looking, and it’ll make you cry. Treat yourself 🥰" —Desiree

Get it from Amazon for $42.95 (available in three colors).

8. Lay back and lounge with a bath pillow, offering some back and neck support while you enjoy those ~good vibes~. Or indulge a little further with a body-length bath pillow, so you can really relax.

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The head and neck bath pillow ($29.99 on Amazon; pictured left) and body-length tub pillow ($49.97 on Amazon; pictured right) are both made of mesh, so they can dry out easily after use and be washed in the washing machine. They also each have suction cups to help make sure everything stays put during use.

One reviewer prefers a body-length pillow because it helps them lay back and relax if their feet don't reach the other side of the tub. As a fellow shorty whose feet don't reach, I would say that's definitely a perk. This reviewer highly recommends the pillow and had even successfully used it in the tub with bath bombs (for the days you decide not to masturbate)!

Promising review: "I've had such bad luck with bath pillows but this one is fantastic. It's comfortable, it sticks and it's not ugly either. It even comes with a bag and a mesh to wash it in. Dries fast and has a hook to hang it up. It's about time!" —Melissa Southworth (on head and neck bath pillow)

9. Keep all your essentials (read: sex toys) within reach with this wooden bath tray that sits on the sill of the tub.

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The bath tray is expandable, so it should fit your tub, but I recommend only using it if your tub has an actual ledge (0.5 inch width recommended) for it to rest on. There are convenient holders for your cellphone, wineglass and tablet. Make sure to dry it off after every use and store it outside of the bathroom to help prevent any mold growth on your new favorite bathtub accessory.

Promising review: "This caddy is very cute and sturdy. It is perfect for a glass of wine and a book. The design is brilliant and can adjust to any tub size. I highly suggest purchasing this if you are looking for a GREAT, useful bathroom accessory." —LuAnn Chandler

Get this bamboo bath tray from Amazon for $36.99 in four colors.

10. Settle in for an indulgent night with an erotic book or podcast, if you want to get a little hot and horny before satisfying yourself.

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My favorite erotica are the Best Women's Erotica anthologies ($13.49 on Amazon), which are stories written by women, femme-identifying writers. Before BWE, I would peruse Literotica, but there are so many options and categories, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Finally, if you'd rather listen than read, there's the Dipsea app ($12.99+), which is a subscription service offering over 500 audio stories, wellness sessions, and more for listeners to explore pleasure and erotica in a new way.

11. Invest in a detachable showerhead, which is definitely the move for anyone who enjoys a quick (or indulgent) session, since they usually have multiple pressures or modes to play with and you can make sure the water is aimed directly at your clit.

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The basic handheld showerhead ($15.98+) on the left has six modes, so it's simple and to the point. TBH, any removable showerhead with a massage mode will do, especially since some people prefer gentle stimulation and some prefer rough. The dual showerhead ($24.99+ on Amazon) on the right has both a stationary head and a handheld one with 24 function combinations.

We asked BuzzFeed readers about their masturbation routines and here's what one vulva-owner had to say about how and why the shower is the perfect place for enjoying self-love: "My favorite place to masturbate is in the shower with the shower head. I turn down the lights and start my shower hot so the bathroom is nice and steamy. I change my shower head setting so the flow is steadier and cooler. I keep that shower head on my clit. The pressure from it feels amazing and I can orgasm in less than five minutes. The best orgasms are the ones where I temporarily go blind and the shower head does just that." —27/F/Straight

12. Deliver pinpointed vibes to your clit with a waterproof bullet vibrator. Its handheld size is perfect for some discreet bathtub exploration in case you have roommates, nosy family members or even pets. Rub a dub dub with some rumbles in your tub.

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The Plus One Bullet ($9 on Amazon and pictured left) has a simple rechargeable design with 10 vibration settings, offering a lot of bang for your buck.

The Rose 2 ($90 on Vush) is a splurge-worthy bullet vibrator boasting 25 combined levels and intensities and a unique rose-shaped bulb with a flexible neck for external exploration.

Emojibator's novelty vegetable-shaped vibrators ($34 on Emojibator, $23.41+ on Amazon, and pictured right) are battery-operated — but still waterproof — and have 10 vibration settings.

13. If you have a penis, try switching hands or changing up your grip during a shower stroke session, to see what you might be missing by sticking to your routine.

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If you have a penis and you're new to masturbating in the shower or bath, don't be afraid to explore new positions! Standing up while masturbating is definitely an option and perfect for if you want to get off in the tub and have an easy clean up to look forward to. If you like to lounge, try taking a bath and position yourself sitting, lying back or even kneeling.

In that roundup of BuzzFeed reader submitted masturbation tips, here's what one penis-owning reader had to say about masturbating in the shower: "If I'm in the shower I'll lean against the wall so the hot water hits my back but doesn't wash the soap off of my junk. If I'm jacking off normally I use my non-dominant hand because my penis curves to the right making the grip uncomfortable. If I'm in the shower I like to use my dominant hand but backwards, with my thumb towards my body, and just squeeze the head of my penis repeatedly until I get off. It helps get a nice motion going. Just before I come I turn to let the shower run over my penis. Feels great. If I'm not in the shower I'm just your regular old porn and sock sorta guy." —25/M/Bisexual

14. Play it safe with this skid-proof tub mat because if you're going to have leg-shaking sessions in the shower, you want to make sure you don't slip.

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Promising review: "The long length is perfect! The suction is amazing! We have a standard tub but all the mats I’ve tried fell short. Literally. With 6’ and 5’1 people sharing the shower, the area to cover your feet varies a lot! It’s too slippery to go without. This mat covers it all and It’s not moving! I’ve had it over a month and would highly recommend. It’s not cushy soft by any means, but comfortable and safe!" —Vega

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in 18 colors).

15. Elevate your bath experience with shower steamers for a more relaxing venture. This way you can add a little more *oomph* to your shower time without worrying about getting bath bomb colors and ingredients in your most sensitive areas.

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Since it's recommended that vagina-owners avoid too many scented baths or baths with bath bombs, it's probably safe to assume that touching yourself in the bathtub with salts or a bath bomb should be avoided. Now, if you want to enjoy a nice soak before exploring your orifices? Go for it! But if you want to get it on *in* the actual shower or tub, these shower steamers are a great alternative and nothing accidentally ends up inside you.

I'd suggest placing your steamer on the tub or shower ledge where only a little water reaches it so it doesn't dissolve too quickly or cause a slippery situation for your feet.

Grab a set of 8 or 12 shower steamers from Zaaina on Etsy for $38.40+. Each set comes with an assortment of aromas, including lavender, rose, lavender lemongrass and rosemary tea tree eucalyptus.

16. Set up some mood lighting with color-changing LED bulbs, adding a major impact for little effort. And you can customize the brightness and colors whenever you want.

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Smart bulbs ($16.14 on Amazon) are a great option that can be controlled remotely or set up with your Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant for voice commands. LED light strips ($20.99 on Amazon) are also simple to install and offer versatility when it comes to placement. Check out this BuzzFeed post for more lighting upgrades that don't require an electrician!

17. Invest in a sleek rainbow window cover that allows natural light to flood through without your worrying about your neighbors getting a free show.

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Promising review: "Used on my bathroom window. I wanted to have privacy and not block the light… This product delivered! It distorts the view and I get a beautiful bonus when the sun shines through — a beautiful rainbow!" —Bunny Jackson

Get it from Amazon for $10.98+ (available in 10 sizes).

18. Up the ante on your stroke game with a vibrating stroker, which allows all penis-packing pleasure enthusiasts to enjoy their shower time a little more.

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This sleek vibrating stroker is inspired by the appearance and power of an actual manta ray. It's designed with waterproof silicone, six speeds and six vibrating patterns turn oral sex, masturbation and couples' play into a mind-blowing time for anyone with a penis.

Promising reviews: "I got this toy for my partner for his birthday. He's bought me lots of toys over the years and I wanted to gift him his own toy that we can also use together. He enjoys the pleasure it brings, in the bed or in the shower. It's pretty powerful, has lots of options and settings, and feels good on my clit too (though a bit too strong of vibrations for me). We've only used it once together so we still need to experiment a bit more with positions for it to bring us both to climax but this is a really awesome, high quality toy so I am hopeful!" —Lilliana

Get it from Amazon for $139.98+ or Fun Factory for $139.99 (available in three colors).

19. Or even introduce a reusable masturbation sleeve into your shower routine. These offer more sensation to your typical stroke session with the combination of warm water and the textured interior of the sleeve.

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The Tenga 3D Sculpted masturbator (pictured left) is available in five styles. And the Tenga Spinner (pictured right) comes in six styles and boasts a transparent design along with its textured interior.

Promising review: "It can produce some pretty amazing suction by squeezing out all the air inside and using a milking action. Depending on your usage style, it varies from silent to quiet, realistic noises, so can be very discreet if needed. I use it in the shower sometimes, which is completely private and very easy to clean up. It does need lube, so I suspect it won't work very well underwater unless you apply almost no pressure. To clean, simply turn it back inside-out and wash with warm soapy water. Simplicity." —Su Chan (on the Tenga 3D Sculpted masturbator sleeve)

Get the Tenga 3-D Sculpted masturbator from Amazon for $30.62+ (available in five styles) and the Tenga Spinner from Amazon for $22.16+ (available in six styles).

20. Effortlessly reach your favorite spots with a waterproof wand vibrator, boasting a convenient handle to elevate your session with the combination of running water and vibrations.

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The Majesty 2 ($120 on Vush; pictured left) by Vush and has five intensity levels with 10 patterns for you to explore. Also, it's 100% waterproof!

The Ollie wand ($76 on Unbound; pictured right) has eight vibrating functions with a simple switch to go back and forth between the settings. It's long handle is convenient for satisfying those hard-to-reach places without accidentally pulling a muscle.

Shibari Mini Halo Plus wand ($19.95+ on Amazon and available in six colors) is a very popular option for anyone not ready to commit to a full-size wand vibrator or looking for a travel-friendly option. It's fully waterproof and boasts 20 vibrating patterns with eight speeds for a rumbling good time.

21. Explore penetration with a waterproof dildo that has a suction cup base to make sure it stays put.

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The Blush Avant Collection of dildos all have suction cups and tbh, I have the Purple Rain (D2) dildo and it is absolute perfection. The suction cup has literally picked up my table, that's how strong it is 😳 .

Back when BuzzFeed asked readers about their masturbation habits, this person had a great tip for anyone who's into penetration and dual-stimulation: "I have a plethora of toys. This last time, I was taking a bath and decided to give myself the ultimate pampering. I suction cupped a dildo to the side of the tub and used a vibe to stimulate my clit. A+." —23/F/Bisexual

Grab one of the Avant dildos on Amazon for $39.63+ or grab one of the Pride collection dildos for $24.98+.

22. Enjoy some simple fingering, stroking (or even dabble in a little penetration) with silicone-based lube, which is typically waterproof and will last.

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According to Astroglide, the only lube you should be using in the bathtub or shower (be it shower sex or masturbation) is silicone lube. Water-based lube is going to wash away and oil-based lube will be messy, difficult to clean and degrade your condoms. Be aware though, silicone-based lube is not for silicone toys. If you plan on using a silicone toy in the shower and want to use lube, opt for a toy-safe hybrid lubricant ($12.64+ on Amazon) instead.

Promising review: "Two ounces?? More like 2 infinity and never tearing each other's pink bits again! My husband and I have used this about three or four times already and it seems like the bottle keeps replenishing itself! Woohoo! On a serious note, this is probably the best lube around. It is so slippery and warm feelings, makes your softs parts melt like butter on a warm pan. So silky and smooth. 100% recommended for the best sexual experiences you will ever enjoy. Thanks Astroglide!! We love youu 💋" —Genesis Leon

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 2.5 ounces and 5 ounces).

Happy 'bating! Don't forget your towel!

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