Somewhere along the way, the internet gave it a name: the everything shower.

But long before it became a viral trend, many of us were already carving out an hour every now and then to wash our hair, exfoliate, shave, apply a face mask, and emerge feeling like an entirely new person.

The Everything Shower we love is all about taking care of your skin, your hair, and your body with much deserved love and intention.

In a world that is constantly rushing, putting constant pressure on your nervous system, the everything shower is our way of practicing a little rebellion. The Everything Shower gives you permission to slow down, to put the screens away, and spend uninterrupted time simply caring for yourself — not because you have to add another thing to your to-do list, but because it makes you feel good.

If you need a little extra care, an everything shower transforms an ordinary act of showering into a restorative self-care ritual.

Here's our 3-step routine for a rejuvenating everything shower:

Pre-Shower

When you're about to get started on your everything shower, the intentionality begins before the water is running. This is your cue to slow your breathing and create a space that feels like a spa but at home.

Set the mood right. Light any candle of your choosing to stimulate the senses. Give your scalp the attention it deserves with a scalp treatment like the Act+Acre Scalp Detox or the Act+Acre Scalp Renew, leave it in for 20 minutes while you jam out to your favourite Spotify playlist. Just like your skin, your scalp greatly benefits from a reset. These treatments gently lift away buildup, creating the ideal foundation for healthier-looking hair.

Don't forget to give your skin some TLC with a few minutes of dry brushing using the Kitsch Exfoliating Body Dry Brush. Dry brushing buffs away dull skin, encourages circulation, and leaves your body silky smooth and ready for everything that comes next.

In-Shower

This is where the magic happens! Not because of one miracle product, but because you're finally giving each step the time it deserves.

Start by cleansing with your favourite shampoo and conditioner (opt for a double cleanse to really remove buildup from the week), then work a hair mask through your mid-lengths and ends. Let it sit while you move through the rest of your shower, the longer it has to work, the softer, shinier, and more nourished your hair will feel.

For your body, reach for a body wash that cleanses your skin without stripping. Use a product transforms an everyday rinse into something that feels a little more luxurious, something that makes you wish the shower lasted five minutes longer.

If shaving is part of your routine, swap traditional shaving cream for Well Kept Shave Oil. It creates an effortless glide while helping to minimize irritation, leaving skin feeling soft and nourished sans the ingrowns.

This isn't about racing from one step to the next. Life already rushes you, so slow down and enjoy the steam.

Post-Shower

The ritual doesn't end when you step out of the shower. In fact, some of the most important steps happen afterwards, when your skin and hair are primed to soak up all the goodness.

For baby smooth skin, make sure to use a body oil like the or rich moisturizer while your skin is still damp. This helps lock in hydration more effectively than applying it to dry skin. Reach for a soothing aftercare product if you need to like the Megababe Après Shave Soothing After-Shave Oil. A nourishing oil or balm can help calm irritation and minimize pesky razor bumps.

Before your hair has a chance to dry, work a leave-in conditioner or hair serum through the lengths and ends. Applying styling and treatment products to wet hair helps distribute them more evenly, smooth frizz, boost shine, and protect your strands as they dry.

And while your skin is freshly cleansed, take advantage of the perfect opportunity for a sheet mask (our pick: the Biodance masks, these are magic!). With makeup, sunscreen, and the day washed away, your skin is ready to absorb all those hydrating ingredients. Wear it while making dinner, reading a book, or fresh cup of Blume beverages.

Why the Everything Shower Is Worth It

At its core, the everything shower isn't really about hair masks, body oils, or face masks. It's about creating a block of time that's entirely your own, without all the noise. We spend so much of our time moving from one thing to the next that slowing down can feel unfamiliar. But there's something incredibly grounding about taking a few hours to show up for your body intentionally. 

Our philosophy has always been that self-care doesn't need to be complicated, it just needs to be intentional.  So light the candle. Turn on the hot water. Queue up your favourite playlist. The emails can wait. Your everything shower is calling.