The Ultimate Everything Shower Glow-Up Routine: Prepping for My Romantic Vegas Weekend
Lately, I’ve been focusing on prioritizing my mental health. Life can be overwhelming, and when I start to feel drained, I know it’s time to take a step back and give myself some love—inside and out. One of my favorite ways to reset is by indulging in an Everything Shower Glow-Up Routine—and with my romantic Valentine’s weekend getaway to The Bellagio in Las Vegas coming up, you already know I’m going all out with my self-care to feel and look my best!
My hubby is spoiling me with a luxurious stay at The Bellagio, a fancy steak dinner, and tickets to see David Copperfield after. We’re driving up in my new Audi Q5, and I already know this trip is going to be unforgettable. I’ll be sharing all the details in an upcoming blog post, so stay tuned! ✨
New car, who dis? 🎀✨ Feeling so spoiled with my Audi Q5—ready for all the adventures ahead!
This routine isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling good. When I take the time to pamper myself, I feel more confident, refreshed, and ready to take on life. And let’s be real, when you smell expensive and your skin is glowing, it just hits different. So if you’ve been feeling off, stressed, or just need a boost, here’s my full self-care routine, including all the products that make me feel like a glowing goddess (and yes, some of them are viral on TikTok for a reason!).
Step 1: Pre-Shower Glow-Up Prep
💆🏻♀️ Scalp Care – Healthy hair starts at the root! A good scalp massage increases blood circulation, promoting hair growth. I start by brushing my scalp with this wooden hairbrush to stimulate circulation, then gently detangle with this Wet Brush—because ripping through knots like a savage is not the vibe.
🌿 Hair Oiling – For that extra boost, I mix rosemary oil (hello, hair growth!) with organic coconut oil to lock in moisture and shine. I let this soak for at least two hours (or overnight if I have time) before washing it out.
🦷 Teeth Whitening Time – While my hair drinks up all that goodness, I pop in my whitening strips for an hour—because coffee is life, but stains? Not cute.
Step 2: The Everything Shower 🚿
🧽 Exfoliation is Key – Time to scrub away our past mistakes. I use this exfoliating mitt with this body scrub, and my skin after? Smoother than a dolphin.
💆🏻♀️ Shampoo & Conditioner Combo of Dreams – My go-to lineup:
✔ Kevin Murphy Shampoo
✔ Kevin Murphy Conditioner
✔ Kevin Murphy Hydration Treatment
These sulfate-free formulas leave my hair soft, bouncy, and smelling like a luxury salon visit. If your hair is feeling dry, dull, or just meh, trust me—you need these ASAP!
🧼 Body Wash & Shaving – I lather up this Tree Hut body wash onto this loofah, then get into full shave mode with my favorite razor + shave oil for the smoothest, softest legs ever.
🧖🏻♀️ Skincare Begins in the Shower – I finish with my Bliss face wash (obsessed!) to keep my skin clean, hydrated, and breakout-free.
Step 3: Post-Shower Magic
💆🏻♀️ Brush & Detangle – A few sprays of It’s a 10 Miracle Leave-In, and my hair is silky, frizz-free, and ready for styling.
Step 4: Dermaplaning for That Airbrushed Glow ✨
I use Bliss facial razors with this facial oil to remove peach fuzz and dead skin—making my makeup go on like a dream.
Step 5: Brows & Bright Eyes 👀
I tint my brows with this brow dye for that “I woke up like this” effect. While it sets, I throw on these under-eye patchesand use these brightening eye drops—a mom hack for looking refreshed even on minimal sleep!
Step 6: Skincare for That Glow
Listen, I am a Bliss skincare superfan at this point. My AM and PM skincare routines are basically a full-on Bliss infomercial, and honestly, they should sponsor me (just kidding… but Bliss, if you’re reading this, call me! 😉). Their products are gentle, effective, and give me that dewy, glowing skin that makes me feel like a moisturized goddess. I’ll be doing a detailed blog post soon on my full routine, but for now, here’s my routine:
💖 My go-to lineup:
✔ Toner – Pores? Never heard of them.
✔ Vitamin C serum + Hydration serum – Glow + plump skin combo.
✔ Eye Cream – De-puffs & brightens.
✔ Moisturizer (ELF Holy Hydration) – Perfect under makeup.
✔ SPF – Because we never skip sunscreen.
✔ Face Tanning Drops – That post-vacay glow in a bottle.
Step 7: Salon-Worthy Blowout 💨
I use this round brush with ColorWow Xtra Large Volumizer for that bouncy, full-bodied look. To lock in glass-like shine, I finish with ColorWow Dream Coat—making my hair frizz-proof and humidity-resistant for days.
For effortless waves, my holy grail? The Beachwaver curling iron—it literally curls your hair for you.
Step 8: Self-Tanner for That Post-Vacation Glow ☀️
This self-tanner + these mitts makes me look like I just got back from Maui—bronzed, glowing, and ready to take on the world.
✨ Maui dream honeymoon blog post coming soon! I’ll be sharing all the details, from swimming with sea turtles to the most magical sunsets. Stay tuned! 🌺
Step 9: Quick Everyday Makeup Routine 💄
✔ Primer – ELF Power Grip for a tacky base.
✔ Foundation – TikTok-viral SPF foundation (this lasts forever!).
✔ Mascara – Best mascara EVER for insane lashes.
✔ Blush & Bronzer + NYX Buttermelt Blush – Sun-kissed perfection.
✔ Setting Powder – Locks everything in.
✔ Lip Gloss – Perfect gloss—so juicy.
Step 10: Finishing Touches! 💃
👗 Cute Outfit + Signature Scent – Finishing with my favorite body spray—because smelling amazing is the ultimate confidence boost. Final Touch: The Cutest Valentine’s Day Nails 💅
No glow-up is complete without the perfect nails, and I had to go all out for my romantic Vegas weekend! My Valentine’s Day nails are giving major chic, flirty, and ready-for-date-night vibes. 💖 If you want to see the full nail reveal (trust me, they are STUNNING), check out my TikTok video here: 💌 @mandathepanda92.
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