Dry Brushing Technique For Your Skin

As discussed in the previous post, dry brushing is very beneficial for your skin. It is way to detoxify and cleanse your body to remove all the junk that clogs up your skin; keeping it fresh and glowing. I felt it was also necessary to share the dry brushing technique.

When you start dry brushing you want to be sure that you have the proper brush. Therefore, to dry brush, start with a soft natural fiber brush with a long handle, so that you are able to reach all areas of your body. One with a removable head with a strap for your hand is a good choice. Here’s a picture of  a brush similar to what you need to look for:

You also have the option of using a loofah sponge or a rough towel.  However, using a nylon and synthetic fiber brushes can cause harm because they are usually too sharp and may damage skin. As you learn to properly brush with a  softer brush and your skin becomes “seasoned,” you can switch to a coarser brush if you choose.

Here are a few tips to help you get started with dry brushing:

• Brush your body before you shower or bathe. By doing this you are able to wash off the impurities from the skin that occur as a result of the brushing.

• Using light pressure in areas where the skin is thin and harder pressure on places like the soles of the feet, brush your entire body.  You want to brush in long sweeping strokes starting from the bottom of your feet upwards, and from the hands towards the shoulders, and on the torso in an upward direction help drain the lymph back to your heart. The reason why you stroke towards your heart is because if you stroke away from your heart it puts extra pressure on the valves within the veins and lymph vessel. This can cause ruptured vessels and varicose veins.

• Avoid sensitive areas and anywhere the skin is broken such as areas of skin rash, wounds, cuts, and infections. Also, never brush an area affected by poison oak or poison

• Finish up with your regular shower and ending with three hot and cold cycles.  After getting out of the shower, dry off vigorously and massage your skin with pure plant oils such as olive, avocado, apricot, almond, sesame, coconut or cocoa butter. You can also use the Sacred Glo line of candles on your body as they are made with these same oils and other skin conditioning ingredients.

To maintain your brush, clean it using soap and water once a week. After rinsing, dry your skin brush in an open, sunny spot to prevent mildew.

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