What is it?
Dry brushing is the practice of brushing your skin with a dry, soft brush in long sweeps towards your heart. It opens up your pores and helps increase blood flow and circulation.
How do I do it?
Begin brushing from the feet to the ankles and up the legs in gentle circles and long sweeps. Brush your stomach in a counterclockwise motion upward, and be sure all sweeps lead to the heart. Next move to the hands and up the arms remembering to not brush too hard as to aggravate the skin and cause discomfort. The exception to brushing up is when brushing the back, the sweeps start from the base of the neck and brush down. Twice a week brush before you shower and moisturize after showering.
What are the benefits?
There are many benefits that are associated with dry brushing the skin. The process removes dead skin, causing new tighter and glowing skin to grow in its place. The process is also known to help reduce cellulite by breaking down the toxins in the cells. There are internal benefits associated with the process such as improved digestion and kidney function. It is best to dry brush right before you get in shower so you can wash off all of the toxins right and impurities right away and maximize benefits.
How often is it recommended?
It depends on your skin... Many experts recommend dry brushing at least twice a week, but if you have sensitive skin or skin conditions you may need to dry brush less often.