Dry Brushing

What is dry brushing? Dry brushing, also known as dry body brushing, is a popular beauty technique that combines exfoliation and massage. It’s simple: you just rub a stiff-bristled bath or shower brush in gentle circles all over your body. Do this usually before showering or bathing (that’s where the “dry” part comes in). Dry brushing is similar to exfoliating with a scrub or a washcloth. The massage action packs in some extra benefits. In addition to getting rid of dead skin cells and unclogging pores, this technique increases circulation and stimulates the nervous system.

Exfoliating is especially important in the winter, when there is less moisture in the air. To further restore the skin’s natural moisture after dry brushing and showering, apply a lotion or oil. However, that means that it is very important to replenish your skin’s natural moisture by using a lotion after dry brushing and showering.

How does dry brushing help my skin? Dry brushing can help detoxify the body and improve the quality of skin. In addition to the surface-level benefits from exfoliation, you can use dry brushing to promote lymphatic drainage. The body’s lymphatic systemnaturally removes dead cells, waste, and toxins from your body. However, a slow moving or overloaded lymphatic system may need a little help. That’s what causes swollen lymph nodes when you are fighting off an infection. Body brushing helps improve circulation, which moves things along in the lymph system.

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You can loosen dead skin cells by dry brushing before a bath or shower so that they can be washed off. Those dead skin cells might otherwise stay attached to your body, creating a dry, flaky appearance. They can also clog pores, leading to ingrown hairs, so dry brushing can help prevent or reduce the occurrence of ingrown hairs all over your body. There are other claims about the benefits of dry brushing, such as a reduction in the appearance of scars and stretch marks or removing cellulite. However many of them are not supported by scientific or medical research. Nonetheless, if you find it helpful for your skin, there’s no harm in trying it.

Should I try dry brushing? Dry brushing your body is easy to do at home, and the only cost is the initial brush purchase. You can find bath or shower brushes for body brushing at most drug stores and beauty retailers. You might find it helpful to buy a brush with a long handle to make it easier to reach your back.

To start dry brushing, move the brush in smooth circles around your whole body. You can also try making long strokes down your arms or legs. If your skin feels very dry, you might want to stand in the bath or shower (without the water on) to brush your skin — that way, the skin cells won’t end up on your floor.

Further detoxifying If you’re interested in furthering the detoxifying benefits of dry brushing at home, you can pair it with a warm epsom salt bath or apple cider vinegar soak. Some people find this extra helpful when they have a cold.

One of the best benefits of dry brushing is that it gives you a specific time to relax and focus on yourself. Many of us spend time caring for our hair or face. Only to realize that we are neglecting the rest of our body. It’s important to show your skin some love. Dry brushing can feel like intense exfoliation, but it should not be painful. You shouldn’t apply much pressure to your skin with the brush. If it feels too intense, you can try to be more gentle or take a break for a few days.

That said, dry brushing might not be the best choice if you have open cuts, a rash, psoriasis, or eczema. In that case, talk to your doctor before dry brushing, or exfoliate with a washcloth instead.