Elevate the everyday by developing a nourishing, renewing shower ritual and body care routine unique to you.
– KEYS SOULCARE
After a long day, nothing beats putting your phone on do-not-disturb and taking a hot “everything” shower to reduce stress and help you relax.
Made popular on TikTok, the “everything” shower routine is more than just an occasional soak in the tub. It’s a holistic, full body experience that helps you tap into your innate power and feel your best. We’re talking major self-care here, from exfoliation and nourishing body care to dry brushing and your post-shower skincare.
Indulging in meaningful body care rituals while you shower can do wonders for your soul. Not only does it give you a chance to relax and unwind, but it also helps to rejuvenate your skin, uplift your spirit, and give you that extra confidence you need to conquer the day (or night) ahead.
Every second you devote to yourself matters — so let’s make the most of it. Your daily shower is a perfect opportunity to squeeze in some extra soulcare without disrupting your schedule. The next time you bathe, apply these ten simple steps to upgrade your experience. (A.K.A., create a moment of personal ceremony).
SOUL, SKIN, AND BODY SKINCARE OFFERINGS YOU’LL NEED TO GET STARTED
Not quite sure how to make your shower more serene? We got you. Before you go about your ritual, here are our recommendations on how to elevate your aesthetic at home, from setting the mood to dry brushing to luxurious post-shower hydration tips.
TO SET THE VIBE
• Eucalyptus, or a few drops of lavender oil for relaxation
TO NOURISH THE BODY
TO CLEANSE THE FACE
FOR POST-SHOWER BLISS
10 STEPS TO BUILD YOUR RELAXING SHOWER RITUAL
1. SNAG SOME EUCALYPTUS
One of the best ways to instantly enhance your shower ritual is through scent. Placing eucalyptus over your showerhead is a self-care (and aromatherapy) favorite. Before hanging your eucalyptus, you can use a rolling pin to activate its oils. Remember to keep the plant out of the flow of water so the leaves don’t get drenched!
You get an aesthetic vibe from the earthy branches, all while providing a refreshing aromatherapy moment as the minty essential oils steam from their leaves. (Psst…here’s our favorite way to hang eucalyptus). Breathe deep and enjoy as the fragrance washes over you.
2. LIGHT YOUR FAVORITE CANDLE
Day or night, you can boost your senses and mood by lighting your Sage + Oat Milk calming candle. Much like eucalyptus, sacred sage grounds you while and sweet oat milk soothes. Surrounding yourself with these relaxing aromas will transport you to the next step in your shower ritual.
3. SET YOUR INTENTIONS
Setting your intentions for your shower time plants you firmly in the present moment and helps you release any stressors in daily life. Take a deep breath and ask yourself: “What do you need?” More patience to tackle the day ahead of you? Relaxation after a stressful string of meetings? A peaceful moment of gratitude? Perhaps you simply wish to praise your body for carrying you through another day. Whatever the need, claim it as your focus before you set foot in the shower.
4. DRY BRUSH + REVITALIZE
Before settling into your relaxing shower ritual, take a moment to energize the body by dry brushing. It’s recommended you dry brush before bathing, on completely dry skin. You may start at your feet and work upward, gently brushing towards your heart in short strokes. Dry brushing removes the buildup of dead surface cells and impurities. Recite the affirmation: “My glow is contagious” and enjoy the invigorating act of tending to your body.
5. ADJUST THE WATER TEMPERATURE
Start with warm water to heat up your eucalyptus. As the room fills with steam, the leaves will release their soothing scent and mesh with the sweet smell of your sage and oat milk candle as it gently burns. Hot and warm temperatures can feel relaxing, and cold water can help give you a burst of energy. Choose what you need or mix things up as your shower ritual moves along based on your preferences.
6. TAKE A DEEP BREATH
Let go of the day thus far, and settle into your shower time fully. Ground yourself as you prepare for a few more moments of bliss. This is your time, and you’re free to indulge in it. If you can, place one hand over your heart and the other over your belly to feel your breath even deeper.
7. GRAB YOUR BODY RITUAL
Time to begin your luxurious everything shower. We’ll focus specifically on body care, so your typical haircare steps — shampoo, conditioner, or hair mask — can slot in here at any point based on your preferences.
On the days where you’re craving full-body gentle exfoliation, reach for the Mind-Clearing Body Polish, which is both a physical and chemical exfoliant body scrub. Lactic and glycolic acids act as chemical exfoliants to smooth the look of skin, while bamboo charcoal is a skin clarifying physical exfoliant that gently scrubs away dead skin cells. Meditate on the affirmation “I let go of what doesn’t serve me” as you rinse off and imagine any negative vibes going down the drain.
For a shower ritual where exfoliation isn’t the goal, simply move on to using your favorite cleanser or body wash.
8. GENTLY CLEANSE
Start off with a purifying cleanse using your favorite body wash (We recommend the Renewing Body + Hand Wash with glycerin, plus Manuka honey and shea butter.) Lather up generously and recite the affirmation “I love myself as I am” as you move your loofah or washcloth in circular motions. Cherish the self-massage as you create a fresh base for your next step.
You can also wash your face at this point in your journey, if you haven’t already. Reach for our Golden Face Cleanser and take in the soothing sage and oat milk scent as you remove dirt, makeup, and impurities.
9. REHYDRATE + REFLECT
After clearing things up, it’s time to lock in your newfound energy and glow. After patting yourself dry, take a few drops of your Sacred Body Oil and smooth on the rich blend of marula and jojoba oils across your skin. Sacred Body Oil helps hydrate, nourish and calm dry skin. You can apply to the entire body, or focus on dryer areas, like elbows and knees.
Don’t rush the process of deep rehydration as your skin soaks up the antioxidant-rich formula. Repeat the affirmation: “Everything I do is an act of creation,” and remember that taking care of you means showing up more fully in the world.
10. PRAISE YOUR BODY
Seal the deal with praise for your incredible body. Say out loud the affirmation, “My body is a vessel for love, light, and strength,” and warm a small amount of the Melting Body Balm in your hands. Gently sweep the rich, soothing veil of moisture along the skin. Apply in an energizing upward motion while enveloping your arms, legs, and torso in the nourishing shea butters and coconut oil. Take a moment to admire your own strength, beauty, and grace.
Soulful tip: Quality over quantity. It doesn’t matter if you have five minutes or half an hour; you can make the moments you have for self-care count. Bring intention, attention, and soul-satisfying offerings; you’ll have everything you need. Remember, you gotta take care of you, so start now.
How are you going to take care of you this week? Drop your shower upgrades and fave offerings in the comments!
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