Have you ever had an Everything Shower before? Let me tell you – they’re great. You come out feeling like a whole new person. I mean it! You feel like royalty by the time you’re finished. It’s a great form of self-care that everyone should try out.
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Everything Showers are my best friend, and I make sure I find time for one almost weekly. It helps keep me sane in today’s world. It’s my calm, safe, quiet place. Reading is great too, but a pampering shower? Anytime. I also enjoy playing YouTube or Spotify while in the shower, just to make it more enjoyable.
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In essence, an everything shower is like a mini spa experience, allowing you to check off multiple self-care tasks in one go while enjoying the benefits of a relaxing, indulgent ritual. They’re perfect after a long, hard week, and I usually do mine on Friday evenings so I’m ready for the weekend!
Essentials for the Perfect “Everything Shower”
GUARD & MARINE Shower Exfoliating Mitts
These. Are. My. Favorite.
Have you ever used exfoliating mitts or gloves? I highly recommend you start, because not only do they feel amazing while you use them, but you feel so good and smooth afterwards! I love mixing exfoliating mitts with a lathering, silky smooth hydrating body wash – ugh – it’s amazing.
Bare Botanics Exfoliating Body Scrub
If you aren’t using body scrub… then what are you even doing? Right? I’m kidding, but seriously. You should get some! It doesn’t have to be this exact brand or product, but I highly recommend you buying some. They do SO MUCH for you! Hydrating, exfoliating, and they leave you smelling great.
Salt & Stone Antioxidant-Rich Body Wash
A fantastic choice for anyone looking to elevate their skincare routine. Regular use of an antioxidant-rich body wash can contribute to many different things, including but not limited to maintaining a youthful appearance. Bet you didn’t know that, did you? Or did you? Oh well, anyway. They help you feel smooooth, they can give you a brightening effect, and so much more!
Jupiter Scalp Exfoliator Brush
YOU NEED ONE OF THESE, OKAY? You just do. Don’t ask questions, just buy it.
I’m kidding, you can ask me why. 😉
Aside from the obvious (they feel amazing, like a massage!) they also help remove any loose or flaky skin on your scalp. Oh, and, they help promote blood flow which in turn can have benefits like hair growth.
NATURELAB. TOKYO Perfect Repair Shampoo & Conditioner Duo
I know a lot of us have different hair types, and that’s perfectly fine. As long as you find something that works for your hair, then I 100% recommend you sticking to that! Just make sure you have conditioner, okay Queen?
HERBIVORE Blue Tansy BHA & Enzyme Pore Refining Mask
FLAWLESS. That’s how this face mask makes me feel. 🙂
Of course your body and hair are all the fuss when you shower, but are you making sure you wash your face and take extra care of it? Letting water run over it isn’t enough to keep you smooth and free from acne, so make sure you’re using a mask or gentle cleanser.
Gillette Venus Intimate Grooming Razor
Choosing the right razor can be difficult, so if you’ve found one that you like, stick with it.
Shaving during an everything shower is an obvious, so you can come out feeling baby-smooth and pampered. I always feel good after shaving!
Truly Beauty Coco Cloud Shaving Cream
Hop on this cloud and float away!! It’s so nice! One thing I can’t stand it when I finish shaving and I’m dry or itchy. That used to be me all the time until I started using the right products. That means the right products before, during, and after shaving!
Manmihealth Silicone Back Scrubber & Glove Set
YES! I love these scrubbers. Do you ever get an itch on your back that you can’t reach? And when you’re in the shower and wet, it can be hard to itch it the right way. Just me? Whatever. This is great for that, and it can help you clean and exfoliate hard-to-reach areas of your back while you’re in the shower.
The great thing about these shower streamers is not only their smell, but also the tray they come with. I’ve used shower streamers before in my everything shower, but sometimes they’d leave a weird color or film on my shower floor. These don’t, all thanks to the handmade stone tray!
Everything Shower = Self-Care
Did you know that an everything shower is 100% a form of self-care, and a darn good one at that! There is absolutely no reason you should feel guilty about treating yourself to a special, pampering shower here and there.
I thought while I was letting you know that everything showers are self-care, I’d also give a few extra self-care tips for your next shower! Yes, I gave you some supplies to try out and make sure you have on hand, but I have a tip or two left to share.
After your luxurious everything shower, try turning on the cold water. EEK, I know, it sounds torturous! In a post from Business Insider, “Studies show that cold water may stimulate blood flow, boost mood, promote healthier skin and hair, and more.”
“There are a number of physical and mental health benefits to taking that extra cold blast at the end of your shower, including improved circulation, immunity, energy, mental clarity, and skin and hair health.” says Very Well Health. “However, for some people, cold showers are a bad idea and could cause health problems.”
Very Well Health goes on to explain that cold exposure can impair cognitive function in adults. While this is one disadvantage for sure, I believe the post was talking about prolonged exposure to cold. I’m not talking about that – I think just 30 seconds at the end is plenty to give you the health benefits! I’ve started adding cold water to the end of my showers and I like the way I feel when I do.
Do you have a self-care tip you’d like to share? Let me know in the comments one thing you love to do as a form of self-care and if you’ve ever enjoyed an everything shower.
