September is here, which means it's officially time to trade beach days and summer nights for cozy sweaters, crisp mornings, and your favorite fall everything shower routine.
An everything shower is more than just washing your hair and body. It's your chance to slow down, reset, exfoliate, shave, moisturize, and give yourself a little extra self-care.
And honestly? There's no better time for one than the beginning of fall.
As the weather starts getting cooler, your skin may start feeling drier and in need of some extra hydration. That's why September is the perfect time to refresh your fall skincare and body care routine.
So grab your favorite playlist, light a candle, put on your coziest pajamas, and let's get into the ultimate fall everything shower.
Step 1: Set the Mood
Before you even turn on the water, make your shower feel like an experience.
Put on your favorite playlist, grab your fluffiest towel, set out your skincare and body-care products, and get your favorite pajamas ready for when you're done.
Think of your everything shower as your weekly reset.
You don't need to rush through it. Take your time and enjoy the process.
After all, self-care should actually feel like self-care.
Step 2: Start With Your Hair
Start your shower with your usual hair routine.
Shampoo your hair and follow with your favorite conditioner or hair mask. Let your conditioner sit while you move on to your body-care routine.
This is also the perfect opportunity to use that hair mask you've been saving for a "special occasion."
Consider this your sign to finally use it.
Step 3: Cleanse Your Body
Next, cleanse your body with your favorite body wash or cleanser.
Make sure to wash away the sweat, oil, and buildup from the day, especially around areas like your underarms, chest, back, and feet.
Once your skin is clean, you're ready for the most important part of your body-care routine:
Exfoliation.
Step 4: Exfoliate With a Sugar Scrub
If you're looking for smooth, soft skin, exfoliation is an important step to add to your routine.
Take your favorite Mi-el sugar scrub and gently massage it onto your skin using circular motions.
Focus on areas that tend to feel rough or dry, like your legs, knees, elbows, and feet.
The goal is to gently exfoliate — not aggressively scrub.
Once you're finished, rinse thoroughly.
Why exfoliate before shaving?
Exfoliating before shaving helps remove dead skin cells from the surface of your skin, leaving your skin feeling smoother and helping prepare it for the shaving step.
And if smooth legs are what you're after, this is the perfect first step in your Mi-el shaving routine.
Exfoliate → Shave → Body Oil → Moisturize
Simple, easy, and perfect for your next everything shower.
Step 5: Shave
Now that you've exfoliated, it's time to shave.
Use your preferred shaving product and a clean razor, and gently shave the areas you want to smooth.
Take your time and avoid rushing through this step. Your shower is supposed to be your time to slow down!
Once you're finished, rinse your skin thoroughly.
And now comes one of the most important parts:
Hydration.
Step 6: Apply Body Oil
After shaving, gently pat your skin dry, leaving it slightly damp.
Now apply your Mi-el body oil.
Body oil is the perfect next step because it helps leave your skin feeling soft, smooth, and nourished after exfoliating and shaving.
Massage the oil into your skin, paying extra attention to your legs, elbows, knees, and anywhere else that needs some extra moisture.
This is the part where your skin starts feeling extra soft.
Step 7: Moisturize With Body Cream
Finish your body-care routine with your Mi-el body cream.
Apply your moisturizer all over your body, focusing on areas that tend to become dry as the weather gets cooler.
The combination of body oil + body cream gives your skin that extra layer of hydration it needs as we transition from summer into fall.
And let's be honest — there's something about applying body cream after a fresh shower that makes you feel instantly more put together.
Your Mi-el Shaving & Body-Care Routine
Want to keep it simple?
Here's your four-step routine:
1. Sugar Scrub
Exfoliate your skin and help smooth away dead skin cells.
2. Shave
Gently shave for smooth-looking skin.
3. Body Oil
Nourish and hydrate your skin.
4. Body Cream
Moisturize and finish your routine.
Exfoliate → Shave → Body Oil → Moisturize. ✨
That's your Mi-el body-care routine.
Step 8: Don't Forget Your Face
Your body isn't the only thing that deserves some attention during your everything shower.
Once you're out of the shower, move on to your facial skincare routine.
Start with your Mi-el cleanser to wash away the day's buildup.
Follow with your serum and finish with your moisturizer.
Keeping your facial skincare routine simple and consistent is often much easier than trying to use a dozen different products.
Your simple nighttime routine:
Cleanser → Serum → Moisturizer
Three simple steps.
That's it.
Step 9: Add an Eye Mask
Now it's time for the fun part.
Put on your favorite eye masks, get comfortable, and relax.
This is your chance to take a few minutes for yourself after a busy day.
Put on your favorite show, scroll through TikTok, read a book, listen to music, or simply do absolutely nothing.
Sometimes doing nothing is exactly what you need.
Step 10: Put on Your Coziest Pajamas
The final step of your everything shower?
The pajamas.
Put on your softest, coziest pajamas and enjoy that fresh-shower feeling.
Bonus points if you just changed your sheets.
Because getting into freshly washed sheets after an everything shower is basically the definition of fall self-care.
The Ultimate Fall Everything Shower Checklist
Save this for your next everything shower:
☐ Shampoo
☐ Conditioner or hair mask
☐ Cleanse your body
☐ Exfoliate with a sugar scrub
☐ Shave
☐ Rinse thoroughly
☐ Apply body oil
☐ Apply body cream
☐ Cleanse your face
☐ Apply serum
☐ Moisturize
☐ Use an eye mask
☐ Put on cozy pajamas
☐ Get into fresh sheets
☐ Relax ✨
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time for an Everything Shower
Summer can put your skin through a lot.
Between sweat, shaving, frequent showers, time spent outdoors, and sun exposure, your skin may need a little extra attention when September arrives.
Then the weather starts getting cooler and eventually comes indoor heating — which can leave your skin feeling dry and uncomfortable.
That's why fall is the perfect time to focus on hydration, exfoliation, and moisturizing.
You don't need to completely change your skincare routine.
Instead, think about giving your body a little more attention and making hydration a bigger part of your routine.
Your weekly everything shower can be the perfect place to start.
Turn Your Everything Shower Into a Fall Ritual
Your everything shower doesn't have to happen every day.
Save it for your weekly reset, your Sunday self-care routine, or whenever you feel like you need a little extra TLC.
Put on your favorite music.
Exfoliate.
Shave.
Apply your body oil.
Moisturize.
Do your skincare.
Put on an eye mask.
Get into your pajamas.
And take a moment to relax.
Because skincare and body care aren't just about having soft, glowing skin.
They're also about taking a little time for yourself.
September can be busy. New classes, new schedules, new routines, and a million things to do.
So make sure you're making time for you, too.
Ready for Your Fall Glow-Up?
Make Mi-el Skincare part of your next everything shower with our collection of sugar scrubs, body oils, body creams, cleansers, serums, and eye masks.
From your shower routine to your nighttime skincare, Mi-el has everything you need to make your everyday self-care routine feel a little more special.
Exfoliate. Shave. Oil. Moisturize. Glow.
Your fall everything shower era starts now. 🍂✨
Shop Mi-el Skincare for the ultimate fall everything shower routine
Fall Everything Shower FAQ
What is an everything shower?
An everything shower is a longer, more complete shower routine where you take care of your hair, body, shaving, exfoliation, and skincare all in one self-care session. It's a great way to reset and give yourself some extra time for your body-care routine.
What order should I exfoliate and shave?
For the Mi-el body-care routine, the order is exfoliate first, then shave. After shaving, apply body oil and finish with body cream for a complete moisturizing routine.
Exfoliate → Shave → Body Oil → Moisturize.
How do I get smooth skin after shaving?
Start by gently exfoliating with a sugar scrub, then shave using your preferred shaving method. After rinsing, apply body oil while your skin is slightly damp and finish with a moisturizing body cream.
How often should I use a body scrub?
The ideal frequency depends on your individual skin and the specific scrub you're using. Avoid over-exfoliating or scrubbing aggressively. If your skin feels irritated or uncomfortable, give it a break.
Why does my skin get drier in the fall?
Cooler temperatures and lower humidity can contribute to skin feeling drier. Indoor heating can also make the air less humid. Keeping your skin moisturized and incorporating nourishing body-care products into your routine can help your skin feel soft and comfortable.
What should I put on my skin after shaving?
After shaving, rinse your skin and gently pat it dry. Applying a body oil followed by a moisturizing body cream can help leave your skin feeling soft and hydrated.
What is a good fall body-care routine?
A simple fall body-care routine can include exfoliating with a sugar scrub, shaving, applying body oil, and finishing with body cream. Adjust how often you exfoliate based on how your skin feels.
What should I do during an everything shower?
An everything shower can include washing your hair, cleansing your body, exfoliating, shaving, and moisturizing. Once you're finished, continue with your facial skincare routine and add fun self-care steps like an eye mask and cozy pajamas.
How can I make my everything shower more relaxing?
Make it feel like a ritual rather than a chore. Put on your favorite playlist, prepare your favorite body-care products, use an eye mask afterward, put on cozy pajamas, and finish the night with clean sheets and your favorite relaxing activity.
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