When I tried to explain exactly what an 'everything shower' is to my 70-year-old mum, she was perplexed (as she is with many viral trends, to be honest). "Oh, so a long shower?" she questioned. Yes, but it's not so much the length, it's more the amount of things you do when in and around it, which is, ahem, everything. You can have a long shower where you just wash but you really stretch it out so you can sing at least a third of the Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) while you're in there – speaking from experience. No, an 'everything shower' requires multiple steps all of which are perfectly timed so you can maximise the amount of hair, skin and body maintenance you can do.
People have been having these kinds of full-on showers forever, but of course, recently it's gotten the TikTok treatment of a cutesy name for us to use. Beyond what it's coined though, these showers can be a real self-care moment. If you have the time (which is already a luxury) indulging in this weekly can feel like it sets you up for a good week or picks you up after a bad one. As an Afro-haired girl who only does a weekly wash day, I incorporate all beauty from top to toe in my regimen and step out of it feeling like a new woman.
What is the best 'everything shower' order?
Everyone has a different preference and does different steps for their everything shower but in general, you should try and organise it so you are rinsing all products off at the end. So, for instance, if you incorporate a hair wash and body exfoliation into yours, it's a good idea to start with your hair wash and condition, apply a hair mask, tie up and allow to soak in. While that's cooking, that's when you exfoliate top to toe and then you rinse out the mask and rinse off the scrub at the end. Think of your rinse at the end to be the final flourish, the big crescendo of your shower.
Best products for an 'everything shower'
It can be a bit overwhelming knowing where to begin because while someone like me likes to go all in with my 'everything shower' routine, others might prefer a more focused approach to one aspect of their beauty routine. For example, if you want to really hone in on your hair for your 'everything shower', your routine will start before you step in with a scalp oil or serum, or pre-wash treatment. It'll then consist of a scalp scrub and a double cleanse before slavering on a hair mask. That's when you do your body routine. If you were focusing on body routine though you would start with a body brush, then in the shower focus on cleansing, perhaps incorporating a shower oil into the mix. While the oil softens your skin you can do a basic shampoo and condition before rinsing everything off. Got it?
Now, want to know what products the Cosmo UK beauty team rate for their everything shower'? Read on...
Acting Beauty Director Keeks' 'everything shower' essentials
ESPA Skin Stimulating Body Brush
I body brush really religiously anyway but don't rush it when I'm doing an 'everything shower'. It helps to improve circulation and in all honesty, wakes me TF up.
R+Co R+Co Analog Cleansing Foam Conditioner
Credit: Courtesy of BrandI adore this foam for cleansing my coils without stripping. I double wash with it really working it from root to tip before rinsing and applying a mask.
NATURIUM The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash
Credit: Courtesy of BrandI'm quite literally obsessed with this body wash. Firstly, the bottle is massive and seemingly neverending. It also creates such a lovely low sud and doesn't dry your skin out.
Aveda Aveda Botanical Repair Intensive Strengthening Masque Rich 200ml
Credit: Courtesy of BrandI whack on an intensive mask while I do body maintenance (shave, scrub) and I love this from Aveda. It's thick but not heavy and truly nourishes my hair, making it feel strong after rinsing.
NEOM Great Day Body Scrub 350g
Credit: Courtesy of BrandThis is one of the most elite body scrubs in the bath and shower aisle. If you don't like a scrubby-scrub step away this is only for those of us who enjoy feeling that sweet sweet grittiness against our skin. It's suspended in a nourishing oil that smells amazing to boot. I love the Dizziak Body Scrub for days I'm after a more gentle approach.
Soho Skin Shave Gel, 150ml
Credit: Courtesy of BrandOk I know it feels very bouj to a) use a shave gel instead of just shower gel, and b) for it to be a Soho Skin one, but guys, this is such a good shave gel I save it for for my big showers. it makes my razor (I use the Beauty Pie Razor atm and it's A+) glide so smoothly my limbs feel buttery soft.
body Winter Body Cream
Credit: Courtesy of BrandI'm obsessed with the Ava Estell body creams. There's a winter and a summer version (summer contains zinc oxide so you can block sunrays) but I've recently switched to the winter version. It envelopes your body in nourishment thanks to the shea butter and locks in hydration.
Senior Beauty Writer Charlotte's 'everything shower' essentials
L'Oréal Professionnel L'Oréal Professionnel Serié Expert Absolut Repair Molecular Shampoo 300ml
Credit: Courtesy of BrandThis duo not only leaves my hair smelling like a sexy man (if you know, you know) but it’s also worked wonders in transforming my frazzled fried strands into a silky-soft mane, thanks to its peptide-bonding amino acid-packed formula.
L'Oréal Professionnel L'Oréal Professionnel Serié Expert Absolut Repair Molecular Rinse-Out Seruml 250ml
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandGisou Gisou Honey Infused Hair Mask 230ml
Credit: Courtesy of BrandJust call me Winnie-the-Pooh because my damaged strands slurped up this heavenly honey-packed pot like it was 2-for-1 cocktails at happy hour. It makes my knots a doddle to comb through after just a few mins and leaves my hair smelling good enough to eat. You also can’t deny the shine it delivers once hair is dry, too.
Dr.Hauschka Dr. Hauschka Shower Cream 150ml With Lemon & Lemongrass
Credit: Courtesy of BrandThe fresh ginger mixed with zesty lemongrass leaves my bathroom smelling like a fancy spa well after I’ve completed my shower ritual. The unique creamy foam leaves my skin so supple and hydrated that I can even skip the body moisturiser afterwards. A win-win if you ask me.
OUAI OUAI Scalp & Body Scrub
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandWho doesn’t love a 2-in-1? This fine sugar scrub does a superb job at giving my scaly limbs a gentle polish and can be applied to claggy scalps when I’ve left it a bit too long in between hair wash days (don’t judge me, ok?). Plus, the scent is basically a tropical beach holiday packed into one tub.
Beauty Writer Elena's 'everything shower' essentials
boots Boots Exfoliating Gloves
Credit: Courtesy of BrandI can't do an everything shower with an exfoliating glove. I love the ones from Boots.
Sol de Janeiro Bom Dia Bright Clarifying AHA BHA Body Wash
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandMy currant favourite body wash is the Sol de Janeiro Bom die Bright clarifying AHA BHA wash. I use this to shave my pits too!
Tangle Teezer The Original Hairbrush - Pink Vibes
Credit: Courtesy of BrandStep two is always shampoo my hair and get that conditioner in and brushed through with my Tangle Teezer and tie up.
NEOM Super Shower Power Body Polish
Then at the mo' I'll follow with the Neom super power body polish because the smell is so instantly calming and all my muscles relax...
Mielle Organics Babassu & Mint Deep Conditioner 227g
Credit: Courtesy of BrandThen in goes a deep conditioner or mask. I'm obsessed with the Mielle Organics Babassu and mint deep conditioner, it's another that smells incredible. I hop out of the shower and epilate my legs or wax, while the mask is on for around an hour. Then it's back in for a final rinse.
Beauty Assistant Lia's 'everything shower' essentials
Sephora K18 Peptide Prep Detox Shampoo 250ml
Credit: Courtesy of BrandMy hair is dead from months of repeated bleaching – there are no two ways about it – and so, K18 has been my BFF. It’s the first step in my ‘everything shower’ routine, setting me up for an all-round detox.
Moroccanoil Color Care Conditioner
Next comes the Moroccan Oil Color Care Conditioner which I drench over the ends of my hair. I leave this to work its magic for a few minutes while I move on to the following steps.
Soap & Glory Clean on Me Shower Gel 500ml
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandThis is my all-time favourite body wash and not only for its lathering and cleansing properties but also for the scent. When I tell you it lingers all day, I really do mean that it lingers all day. And *not* like a bad ex.
YRVCT Exfoliating Mesh Shower Ball
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandTo apply said body wash, I use a fluffy loofah. Any brand will do – I usually pick one up when doing a food shop at my local supermarket – but I usually opt for a pink colour. That is, to match Kylie Jenner and Khloé Kardashian… IYKYK.
VIRTUE ColorKick Illuminating Mask 150ml
To maintain my revamped brunette-dyed locks (it’s an attempt at re-gaining some health), I use a scoop of this putty-textured hair mask once or twice a week. I let it sit for five minutes while I transform into a smooth snake (read: shave my entire body).
How To Determine Your Skin Tone And Undertone
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Credit: Courtesy of BrandIf we’re going all out, I’ll treat my skin to a pre-shave scrub. I always reach for the Sol De Janeiro Bom Dia, which won a Cosmo Beauty Award for its buffing powers. Humble plug.
gillette Gillette Venus Tropical Disposable Women's Razors, 3 Pack
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To complete my ‘everything shower’, I use one of Gilette’s Venus Tropic Razors to rid of unwanted hair on my body. I’ve been using these for years as the ‘lubrastrip’ – as they call it – glides effortlessly in hard-to-reach areas, without leaving a sticky residue on skin.

Keeks Reid is the Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan UK. While she loves all things beauty, Keeks is a hair fanatic through and through. She started her career in beauty journalism in 2013 as editorial assistant at Blackhair and Hair magazines working her way to Acting Editor of Blackhair magazine at 23 years old. She spent much of her career working in trade hairdressing media at Hairdressers Journal, Salon International and the British Hairdressing Awards. Which is why she is a regular contributor to Cosmo's Curl Up franchise. Now, alongside her Cosmo work, she presents, creates content on social media and works with a range of beauty companies; from magazines and websites to beauty brands and salons.