A bathroom mirror with lights combines the mirror and the light in one fitting, so you get even, shadow-free light exactly where you need it, on your face. An LED bathroom mirror lights you from the front or all around, which is far better for shaving, make-up and skincare than a single ceiling light behind you, and it gives the room a clean, modern finish. Every mirror here is IP-rated for safe bathroom use, and many add a demister pad or shaver socket.
What is an LED bathroom mirror?
It's a mirror with LED lighting built into the glass or the frame, rather than a plain mirror lit by a separate wall or ceiling light. The LED runs around the edge, across the face or behind the mirror, giving you an even wash of light for grooming. Because the light and mirror are a single unit, a bathroom mirror with lights saves wall space and always lines up perfectly with where you stand.
Why choose a mirror with lights over a separate light?
A ceiling light sits behind you and throws a shadow onto your face. A lit mirror lights you from the front instead, so there are no shadows to work around, which makes a real difference for shaving and make-up. It also does two jobs in one, mirror and light, freeing up wall space and keeping a small bathroom looking tidy and modern.
Backlit or front-lit?
Backlit mirrors have the LED behind the glass, giving a soft halo glow around the edge, lovely for ambience and a modern look. Front-lit and side-lit mirrors put the light across or beside the glass, which shines directly on your face and is the better choice for detailed tasks like make-up and shaving. Some mirrors combine both.
What features do LED mirrors have?
- Demister pad keeps a clear patch free of fog after a hot shower.
- Shaver socket to charge or run a shaver or toothbrush.
- Motion or touch sensor for hands-free on and off.
- Dimmable and colour-change light to suit the time of day.
- Extras like a clock, Bluetooth or a magnifying spot.
- Mirror cabinets with the same lit mirror plus storage behind.
Are LED bathroom mirrors safe?
Yes. Our bathroom mirrors are IP-rated for use around water, typically IP44 for the mirror area, so they're sealed against splashing. As with any bathroom fitting, the closer it is to the bath or shower, the higher the rating needs to be. For the full zone guide, see all bathroom lights.
Shapes and sizes
- Round and oval mirrors for a softer, modern look
- Rectangular mirrors to sit neatly above a vanity unit
- Choose a mirror a little narrower than the vanity so it's in proportion
Buying LED bathroom mirrors in Ireland
We stock LED and illuminated bathroom mirrors, including mirror cabinets, from brands including Endon, Searchlight and Dar, all available to order online with fast delivery across Ireland and Europe.
Related categories
Browse bathroom wall lights, bathroom ceiling lights and LED bathroom lights, or see all bathroom lights.