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The Everything Shower
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items The “everything shower” is the shower where you finally deal with… everything. Hair mask. Shaving. Exfoliating. Deep conditioning. Body scrub. Maybe a foot file if you’re feeling particularly ambitious. It’s the longer shower where you use all the pr...
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The Guide
Before the Shower
In the Shower
After the Shower
The Guide
The complete Everything Shower guide. The routine, the science behind it, and a few mildly aggressive opinions about deodorant, and why powder deserves a comeback.
The Everything Shower
Before the Shower
The best everything shower starts even before you turn the water on. Hair oils and masks go on before you step into the shower so they can actually sit long enough to do something useful, and a shower cap keeps everything contained.
Slather this all over the ends of your hair about 30 minutes before your shower - and for good measure, throw a shower cap over it.
OGX Extra Strength Damage Remedy + Coconut Miracle Oil Penetrating Oil - 3.3 fl oz: Moisturizing, For Frizzy Hair, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate-Free
This goes over your hair, from roots to lengths. Let it sit for 20ish minutes before getting into the shower. I alternate this with the hair oil.
OGX Bond Protein Repair Pre-Shampoo 8.4oz
They trap heat which amplifies the benefits of any sort of oil treatment or hair mask.
Large Waterproof Reusable Shower Caps, 3 Pcs
There is ZERO evidence that dry brushing does anything for cellulite, its a physiological impossibility. The reason it makes your skin look nice is simply because it exfoliates and increases blood flow. Which are decent benefits in their own right, a...
EcoTools Dry Body Brush
In the Shower
The combination of skin-loving ingredients and tools like exfoliating mitts, scrubs, and a good razor do most of the work here. The goal is smoother skin and a clean reset, not sanding yourself like a piece of furniture. This is the part of the every...
Use this to make your skin a clean slate - emphasis on CLEAN.
Dial Advanced Clean Gold Antibacterial Deodorant Bar Soap - 4oz/3ct
A classic for a reason! Won't strip your skin, but deals with body grossness like a dream.
Dove Beauty White Deep Moisture Beauty Bar Soap - Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Normal to Dry Skin
I'm well over 20 years dedicated to these things - I try others, and they never match up to these.
BiC Soleil BIC Soleil 3 Colors Women's Disposable 3-Blade Razors - 8ct: Aloe, Vitamin E, All Hair Types, Manual Use
Yes its a little extra - conditioner works just as well - but I love the smoothing effects of a dedicated shave oil.
Tree Hut Bare Tropic Glow Moisturizing Shave Oil
A good scrub makes such a difference. Can be an extra step if you're also using an exfoliating mitt, but its a nice little perk.
Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub - Santal Haze - Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Vegan, Whole Body Use
I loooove this stuff! The oil keeps your skin so soft, highly recommend.
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash - 16.9 fl oz: Liquid Cleanser for Sensitive, Mature Skin
Another classic for a reason - the scent plays nice with just about anything else, and the moisture is unmatched.
Olay Ultra Moisture Coconut Oil, Vitamin B3 and Hyaluronic Blend Body Wash - For Dry and Sensitive Skin, Liquid Formula, Whole Body Use
You may think you exfoliate, but these will show you how much dead skin you're carrying around. Not for the faint of heart!
Modu Korean Exfoliating Mitts Large 4PCS Vegan
The authentic African net sponges have little knots in the grid pattern, and it makes ALL the difference.
African Net Sponge Exfoliating Bath Washcloth Pink
For your feet. Yes, this is an actual cheese grater, and yes, that is intentional. Don’t bother with the delicate little tools marketed specifically for feet, they're a waste of money. This actually works.
OXO Etched Medium Grater: Stainless Steel Handheld Cheese Grater with Soft-Grip Handle, Dishwasher-Safe, Yellow
Fingers work well yes, but this feels just extra luxurious.
Silicone Scalp Massager Brush for Hair Growth
After the Shower
This is where you lock everything in. Once you’re out of the shower, moisturizers and oils help restore hydration, while targeted products like glycolic acid and dusting powder can keep you feeling clean for longer than you would think!
So good, and the scent works with pretty much any other.
eos Shea Better Moisture Body Lotion - Vanilla Cashmere
Crispy skin no more.
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter - 7.7 fl oz: Deep Hydration, Whole Body, For Normal to Dry Skin
Moisture + Shimmer = Glowing
Vaseline Glazed & Glisten Vanilla Cocoa Shimmering Gel Body Oil - Sunlit Glow - 6.8 fl oz
Another classic for a reason!
Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturizing Body Oil Cocoa & Shea - 8.5 fl oz: For Dry Skin, Whole Body Application, Aluminum-Free
Firming and moisturizing.
Tree Hut Tropic Glow Firming Body Oil - 5 fl oz: Moisturizing, Skin Tone Improvement, Deep Hydration, Whole Body Application
This goes on pits, bits, any sort of skin fold situation - and stank no more!
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating and Brightening Daily Toner - 8 fl oz - Ulta Beauty: Alcohol-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan, Gluten-Free
A staple of mine in the ICU years, where your co-workers don't appreciate a deodorant that bails when things get stressful.
Degree Ultraclear Black + White Pure Rain 72-Hour Antiperspirant & Deodorant - 2.6oz
Do your armpits actually need moisturizing? No, but it feels nice and this stuff keeps you dry and stank-free.
Dove Beauty Advanced Care Caring Coconut 72-Hour Solid Antiperspirant & Deodorant Stick - 2.6oz
Tired of the pink tax? Many swear mens deodorants work better, and while I'm not 100% convinced, this is a good one.
Old Spice Men's Wilderness with Lavender Antiperspirant & Deodorant - 2.6oz: Invisible Solid, Normal Skin Type
Trust me, you want to use a dusting powder.
HAPPY CURVES Talc Free Anti Chafe Powder 4oz
Not just for your grandparents, this stuff is a bestseller for a reason!
Gold Bond Comfort Body Powder 10oz Talc-Free
You can puff or pouf - I'm partial to a pouf, and the container makes it even easier!
Extra Soft 6x3" Powder Puff with Container