Body brushing - the dry brushing method for better skin

Body brushing is a method of stimulating circulation and exfoliating skin.  The dry brush method is quite popular because it's quick and easy to do right before your shower.  

 

Benefits of body brushing with a dry brush

 

Lymph circulation and dry brushing

Lymphatic circulation clears stagnant wastes and and corrals bacteria in lymph nodes where they can be neutralized and eliminated.  The lymphatic system requires muscular contraction from body movement to pump lymph throughout the body. 

In times when we are not exercising as much or are otherwise sedentary, lymph has a harder time circulating.  Body brushing stimulates lymphatic circulation when done gently.

 

 

The right brush for dry brushing
I recommend this body brush for dry brushing.  It is medium firmness and has a detachable handle so you can easily do your back with the handle on and remove the handle when needed, like for arms. 

I choose vegan synthetic bristles because natural bristles are from animals.  It also makes it easier to clean properly.

 

How do I use a dry brush for body brushing?
In general, think of brushing from the outer parts of the body toward the heart. 

For example, moving the brush from the hand toward the heart along the arm.

Before a shower is a good time to dry brush your body.  Start gently; there is no reason to scrub like you're scrubbing a floor.  The lymphatic vessels sit right below the skin, so applying too much pressure will compress the vessels making circulation tougher, not easier. 

Brush each body area 8-10 times. Brush toward the heart/chest area - this is where the lymphatic fluids empty into lymph nodes.