Chances are you have heard of dry brushing (unless you have been living under a rock of course. Dry brushing is a type of Ayurvedic medicine that has been around for centuries, and is now part of the latest skincare craze. Keep reading to find out why you need to add dry brushing into your beauty routine. You can do a juice cleanse for you body and digestive health think of dry brushing as a detox for your skin!
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What is Dry Brushing?
Dry brushing is the use of stiff bristles to increase circulation and help slough off dead skin. It has many other benefits as well, dry brushing has roots in ancient healing practices.
“Dry brushing is the juice cleanse of the beauty world.”
Allure
The Benefits of Dry Brushing
- One of the main benefits of dry brushing is exfoliation of the skin (it acts as a physical exfoliant).
- It can help the skin look brighter and enhance radiance
- Don’t use the same brush for the body and face the skin on the face is much more delicate and a body brush is too harsh
- Dry brushing helps circulation, lymphatic drainage, and is also supposed to help eliminate toxins from the body
- It also can help reduce the appearance of cellulite
Helps Remove Toxins
One of the main benefits of dry brushing is the removal of toxins. Dry brushing is thought to help the body release toxins through sweat. The course bristles on the brush stimulate the pores and open them up. This makes it easier for the body to sweat, which in turns reduces the amount of toxins flowing through the lymphatic system.
Exfoliation
Everyone knows one of the secrets of beautiful skin is exfoliation nothing looks worse then dry flaks all over your skin. Now most people put a lot more effort into their face skincare but we think the rest of your skin is important too! The coarse bristles help brush away dry, dead cells from the skin. This leaves the skin smooth and soft.
Increases Circulation
Dry brushing helps by increasing blood flow, which helps nourish skin cells and keep them vital. It also feels great too!!
Helps Reduce Cellulite
Dry brushing helps to temporarily reduce the appearance of cellulite. Some claim that dry brushing can reduce the appearance of cellulite because it has similar effects on the body as massage. Many swear their cellulite is less noticeable after dry brushing, due to temporary plumping effect it has on the skin.
Brightens Skin
As we know dry brushing helps to slough off dead skin and in turn this make the skin look healthy and brighter.
How to Use a Dry Brush
Most experts recommend dry-brushing in the morning, rather than before bed, because they believe it has energizing qualities. Some people use the brush on its own; others put a bit of body oil on the brush before they use it. When you first start dry brushing, it’s best to begin with light brushing. As you get used to it, you can increase the pressure. Also make sure to avoid any problem areas like rashes, wounds, infections or cuts. Start at your feet and brush upward toward the heart. Use firm, small strokes upward, or work in a circular motion.
- It is also said dry bushing has energizing properties so it’s best to do in the AM
- Dry brush prior to showering then moisturize after
- Start at your feet and brush upwards towards your heart
- Use gentle circular motions never brush too hard especially if you have skin on the more sensitive side
- If your skin is on the dryer side you can use with an oil after you shower
- Dry brush at least 2-3 times a week
How Often Should You Dry Brush
How often you dry brush will totally depend on your skin, if you have more sensitive skin that get irritated easily you could start by trying once per week. Ideally 2-3 times per week is ideal. And don’t forget to wash your brush with baby shampoo at least twice a month to get rid of all of that dead skin buildup.
Dry Brushing After Care
Once you are finished your dry brushing routine it’s important to moisturize the skin
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