You'll often find this word in its plural form, toiletries. ... This word stems from toilet and its somewhat old-fashioned meaning, "the process of washing, dressing, and attending to one's appearance."

What does the word toiletry mean?

: an article or preparation (such as toothpaste, shaving cream, or cologne) used in cleaning or grooming oneself —usually used in plural.

What is the purpose of toiletries?

A toiletry is an article or preparation e.g. toothpaste, shaving cream or cologne, used in cleaning or grooming oneself. Personal Care or Toiletries is the industry which manufactures consumer products used for beautification and in personal hygiene.