These Shower Drain Hair Catchers Are Actual Game Changers

Prepare to level up your shower experience.

Wanna know one of my major pet peeves? No matter how hard I try to keep my hair out of the shower, there's basically always a few strands that slip right on down the drain. And as anyone who lives in an ancient apartment building knows well, that sh*t is not fun—or, uh, easy—to fish out of your pipes. It wasn't until I started using shower drain hair catchers—aka those little stoppers that keep hair and buildup from clogging your drains—that my life lowkey changed. Like, I'd never guess I'd be so obsessed with a random home appliance, but I promise they're game changers for anyone trying to level up their shower routine. Keep scrolling for the seven best options on the market right now, and prepare to never call your super in a clogged-drain panic again.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1 This Cute Shower Drain Hair Catcher Umbra Starfish Drain Cover Courtesy Image urbanoutfitters.com $8.00

Like, why wouldn't you want to look down at your shower drain and see this cute little hair catcher? This silicone bb comes in two colors (turquoise and white) and has suction cups that help keep it in place.

2 This Pack of Shower Drain Hair Catchers Gotega Hair Catcher Durable Silicone 5 Pack Courtesy Image amazon.com $9.99

The majority of shower drain hair catchers need to be replaced every few months, so save yourself some serious time by ordering this convenient pack of five. They come in a cute range of colors, they fit most drains, and they're super good at keeping long hair outta your pipes.

3 This Inner Shower Drain Hair Catcher TubShroom Revolutionary Tub Drain Protector Courtesy Image amazon.com $21.99

If you don't like the look of shower drain hair catchers, you'll love this subtle option from TubShroom. It fits inside your shower drain to sneakily grab hair without collecting any buildup on top. Just pop it out after each shower, give it a rinse, and fit it back in.

4 This Stainless Steel Shower Drain Hair Catcher Lekeye Shower Drain Hair Catcher Courtesy Image amazon.com $9.99

This shower drain hair catcher is made with stainless steel so you don't need to worry about any rusting or fading. Plus, the small circular holes makes it v easy for water and shampoo to pass through (no blockage here, tyvm).

5 This Shower Drain Hair Catcher Hook DrainWig 2-Pack Flower in White Courtesy Image bedbathandbeyond.com $9.99

K, it doesn't look like your average shower drain hair catcher, but I promise it gets the job done. Stick this hook down your drain—the flower sits right on top—and it helps catch any rogue hairs as they pass byGently pull it out after each use and dispose of all that hair (cute!).

6 This Hair Catcher for Pop-Up Shower Drains Oxo Good Grips Silicone Drain Protector Courtesy Image amazon.com $9.99

Flat hair catchers don't always work on pop-up drains (aka the kind of drain you usually find in a sink), which is where this genius silicone protecter comes in handy. It fits flat and pop-up drains equally and is a total beast at blocking hair and buildup.

7 This Affordable Shower Drain Hair Catcher Danco 10306 Tub Drain Protector Hair Cather Courtesy Image amazon.com $5.48

I get it: Spending more than, like, $10 on a shower drain hair catcher feels kinda silly (I mean, wouldn't you rather spend that cash on a hair mask or leave-in?). That's why I love this cheap but effective option—it's $5, it's shaped like a flower, and it gets the damn job done.

This story originally appeared on: Cosmopolitan - Author:Ruby Buddemeyer