The Truth About Dry Brushing

If you are wondering how to exfoliate your skin most effectively and restore its vitality, then the dry brushing method is a very beneficial option. However, before you pick up the brush and start using it, make sure to understand how to use it correctly and which areas should be avoided during the process.

If you’re not sure what dry brushing your skin is, it’s a daily body massage with a dry, stiff-bristled brush that’s said to help get rid of flaky skin, increase circulation, detoxify, help digestion. But are these claims true? Next, I'll guide you through some practical tips for dry skin exfoliation and the precautions to take when applying this therapy on sensitive skin.

1.Detoxifying the skin

Dry brushing unclogs pores in the exfoliation process. It also helps detoxify your skin by increasing blood circulation and promoting lymph flow/drainage. Also, by unclogging pores, it’s easier for the body to sweat and eliminate toxins in your system.

2.Stimulating the nervous system

Dry brushing can make you feel good since it has the additional benefit of stimulating your nervous system. It can also leave you feeling invigorated like a massage often does.

3.Giving your skin a more radiant glow

Removing dead skin cells can help make your skin smoother and softer. It can also give your skin a brighter appearance temporarily.

4.Gentler on your skin than scrubbing in the shower

Hot water inflames your skin, this can cause redness and itching. Brushing your skin while it is dry allows you to exfoliate and increase blood circulation without robbing it of moisture the way the hot water in your shower can.

Using a natural bristled brush, start from the feet or ankles and work your way upward in long, fluid strokes on limbs.

Next, move the brush in a circular motion on your torso and back.

Since this process can be a little too much for sensitive areas like the abdomen, breasts and neck, lighten up the pressure as needed.

A few overlapping swipes per area is all you need. If you go over the same area for too long, you can cause irritation or bleeding.

Dry brush once a day and shower immediately afterward.