You have a bathtub filled with hot steaming water, and you sprinkle bath salts into the water. Scented candles fill the bathroom with the soothing smells of lavender. What are you missing? A bathtub pillow!

Bathtub pillows, also known as bathtub support pillows, provide additional comfort to bathers. Bathers can now reach a different level of enjoyment while relaxing in the bathtub. Before bath tub support pillows were invented, bathers had nothing to rest their heads on "“ so they had to rest on the hard bathtub edge. Now not only are tub pillows available but they are available in many different styles, materials and colors. Common materials include vinyl, terry or even plastic. It also comes in several shapes and sizes, and often with indents to support the head. A standard pillow measures around 14.5 inches wide and 11 inches long.

When purchased, the bath pillow comes as a deflated piece. Simply blow it up to inflate it to the desired firmness. The pillow will come with suction caps which will help it stay stationary while attached to the bathtub edge. To fit the pillow to the bathtub, just position the pillow where you want it to stick and press down.

Many websites offer for pillows for bathtubs, such as Always Organized that sells two-section bath tub pillows for $14.99. A two-section tub pillow simultaneously supports the neck, head and the shoulders. Each pillow is also designed with several heavy-duty suction cups to bring about maximum hold and support. West Can Products offer pillows for sale with a special design selling at $10.99. If you do not fancy online shopping, they can also be purchased from hardware stores and stores that stock bathroom products.