Benefits of Dry Brushing
Have you heard of dry brushing yet?
This practice is used as a gentle method of physically exfoliating your body using a firm-bristled brush. It is essentially a self-led body massage in which some people incorporate into their everyday routine to help restore firmness, say goodbye to dry skin, as well as encourage blood flow to specific areas of the body.
Did you know dry brushing actually has roots from ancient times, it is a very common practice in Ayurvedic medicine. Similar methods of brushing the skin have been used in ancient Greece and Japan.
How to properly dry brush?
Now although it may sound pretty straight forward, there actually is a method to the dry brushing madness. Here are some tips to make sure you are getting the most out of your dry brushing experience
1. Make sure you are using a natural dry-bristle brush that is suitable for your skin
2. Start from your feet/ankles and make use of long upward strokes along your limbs
3. Switch to circular motions as you reach your back and torso area
4. Don’t focus on one area for too long as this can cause irritation and in extreme cases bleeding
5. Lighten the pressure as needed for more sensitive areas of the body
6. For best results, shower immediately after
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