Hey bestie,
You’ve seen the TikToks. The perfectly aesthetic everything shower routine where girls emerge looking like they just left an expensive spa.
Meanwhile, your shower routine consists of washing your hair, maybe shaving if you remember, and hoping you grabbed the right towel on your way out.
Bestie, it’s time to upgrade your shower routine game. Moreover, an everything shower routine isn’t just about getting clean – it’s about reset, renewal, and giving yourself the self-care you deserve.
In this guide, I’m walking you through the complete everything shower routine step by step. Furthermore, you’ll learn exactly what to do, in what order, and why it matters.
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Let’s turn your regular shower into a full-body glow-up experience.
What Is an Everything Shower Routine?
First, let’s define what an everything shower routine actually is.
An everything shower routine is an extended, intentional shower where you do ALL the self-care tasks at once. In other words, it’s not your quick daily rinse – it’s your weekly deep clean ritual.
Regular shower routine: Quick wash, condition, done in 10 minutes
Everything shower routine: Hair mask, body scrub, shave, face mask – takes 60-90 minutes
Therefore, your everything shower is dedicated self-care time to emerge feeling completely refreshed.
The Complete Everything Shower Routine
Step 1: Dry Brush Your Body (5 minutes)
Start your everything shower routine before you even get wet.
Use a natural bristle brush on dry skin, brushing toward your heart. Furthermore, this exfoliates dead skin and boosts circulation for instant glow.
Step 2: Apply Hair Mask First (2 minutes)
Once in the shower, start with hair so your mask has time to work.
Wet hair, apply generous hair mask, then clip up. Moreover, let it sit while you complete other steps for maximum conditioning.
Step 3: Body Scrub Exfoliation (5-10 minutes)
While your hair mask works, exfoliate your entire body.
Apply body scrub in circular motions on arms, torso, legs, and feet. Additionally, pay extra attention to rough areas like elbows and knees. Rinse thoroughly.
Step 4: Shave Everything (10-15 minutes)
Now that skin is exfoliated, it’s time for smooth shaving.
Use warm water to soften hair, apply shaving cream generously, and use a sharp razor. Consequently, shaving after exfoliating prevents ingrown hairs for the smoothest results.
Step 5: Apply Face Mask (2 minutes)
Cleanse your face, then apply your chosen mask evenly.
Leave on while you finish other tasks. Furthermore, the shower steam helps masks penetrate deeper for better results.
Step 6: Rinse Hair Mask (3 minutes)
Time to rinse out that conditioning treatment.
Use cool water to seal the hair cuticle and rinse until water runs clear. As a result, you’ll get soft, shiny, salon-quality hair.
Step 7: Final Body Wash (5 minutes)
Give your body one last cleanse to remove all product residue.
Use gentle body wash, rinse thoroughly with warm water, then end with cool water. Moreover, this final rinse boosts circulation and leaves you refreshed.
Step 8: Rinse Face Mask (2 minutes)
Remove your face mask with lukewarm water and pat dry gently.
Your skin will feel incredibly soft and clean. In addition, you’re now ready for post-shower skincare.
Step 9: Post-Shower Body Care (10 minutes)
Your everything shower routine continues after you turn off the water.
Pat skin dry gently, then apply body oil or lotion while skin is still damp. Therefore, you lock in moisture for all-day hydration and glow.
Step 10: Final Touches (5-10 minutes)
Complete your routine with finishing care.
Apply face moisturizer, style hair, trim nails, and apply cuticle oil. Finally, put on cozy clothes and enjoy feeling completely refreshed.
Everything Shower Checklist
Before Shower:
- Gather all products
- Set up music/ambiance
- Lay out clean towels
- Dry brush body
During Shower:
- Apply hair mask
- Body scrub
- Shave
- Face mask
- Rinse hair (cool water)
- Final body wash
- Rinse face mask
After Shower:
- Body lotion (on damp skin)
- Face skincare
- Hair care
- Nail care
Making It Sustainable
Budget Tips:
- DIY scrubs (sugar + olive oil)
- Drugstore masks work great
- Invest in good razor only
Stay Consistent:
- Schedule weekly
- Prep products beforehand
- Track how good you feel
Furthermore, consistency makes this self-care ritual stick long-term.
Your Transformation Awaits
Your everything shower routine is more than hygiene. Rather, it’s dedicated time for complete self-care and reset.
When you commit weekly, you’ll notice softer skin, shinier hair, better sleep, and increased confidence. Moreover, intentional self-care changes how you show up everywhere.
So set aside 90 minutes this week and give yourself the everything shower you deserve. 💕
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Xo,
Chelsea Elise