5 Simple Steps To Master Dry Brushing For Healthy Skin

 

 

Dry Brushing the Skin: A 5 Step Guide

You most likely pay utmost attention to taking care of your teeth and brushing your hair, but how much do you know about the practice of dry brushing the skin? Dry brushing has been gaining popularity lately and for very good reasons.

 This skincare habit takes only a little time but goes a long way towards cleansing you not only on the outside but also on the inside. It is so effective that it is even offered at spas in massage parlors and hotels.

 What exactly is dry brushing though? Well, it is a classic ayurvedic habit that involves using a bristle brush to gently brush your body. You don’t need to panic, as the tool for brushing the face is not all that brittle; in fact, it feels a little like a stiff makeup brush, with soft and gentle bristles.

 Dry brushing your face has many well-known benefits, including the fact that it reduces cellulite. More benefits are outlined below:

It helps to exfoliate the skin

Dry brushing the skin clears the top layer of the skin to reveal a smoother, fresher and more relaxed skin. After the first few days of exfoliating, your skin will feel so much smoother than it was before you started dry brushing.

Lymphatic and detoxification support

The lymphatic system is a part of the body’s immune system and is made up of organs, lymph nodes, ducts, and vessels that transport lymph throughout the body.

Dry brushing the skin can help stimulate the lymph vessels and improve the body’s lymph flow. Regular dry brushing of the skin can also help with detoxifying the skin.

Dry brushing the skin helps get rid of cellulite

If you struggle with cellulite, then dry brushing your body may just be what you need to get rid of it. This skincare routine helps to soften and break up fat pockets beneath the skin. It also goes further to spread the distribution of fat deposits so that body cellulite is barely visible.

Dry brushing the skin helps you relax

Dry brushing your face is an amazing way to take a moment out of your busy life and focus on your self-care. Apart from the fact that it feels so good, it also helps you relax and feel good in the body that you have.

 It is advised that you don’t rush into selecting a brush for this exercise. It is advisable to start with a soft brush, then gradually move up to a harder, more bristle brush as you get more comfortable with dry brushing your body. It is recommended that you add this to your nighttime skincare routine; dry brushing two to three times a week for a maximum of one minute.

 

The 5-step guide to dry brushing your skin

There are five simple steps to dry brushing the skin in order to get the most out of the experience. It is a simple enough routine that won’t take up to ten minutes of your time. The simple steps are outlined below:

 Take a shower before starting

The first thing to do before commencing any skincare routine is to take a shower in preparation for the routine. You want to ensure that you start dry brushing on a clean slate so that the brush does not have to root through dirt from your own body to get through the dead skin cells. You’ll also be sure that you won’t open up your pores only to clog them with irritants like makeup and dirt.

 Work from your feet up

Dry brushing the skin upwards through your body encourages your lymph nodes to direct lymph towards your neck and chest, which also improves circulation. Start with one leg, brush up your thigh. Repeat the same process from the other leg.

Extend the care to your neck and chest area

Work from your chin up to your forehead. Doing this encourages circulation and puts less strain on your skin. You should brush your face first one side then repeat the actions on the other side. Dry brushing your face should not hurt. If it does, soften the strokes on your face or change your brush.

 Your neck is a part of your face and whatever special treatment you give to your face has to extend to your neck and your chest area. How would you like it for your face to look soft and beautiful while your neck looks ashy and not well taken care of? To prevent this, extend the dry brushing to your chest and neck area for maximum effects.

Take a shower and oil your face

When you’re done brushing your body, you should take a shower to wash off the dirt that has been scrubbed off by your brush. If you have time, you should use a mask after dry brushing. Using a mask after dry brushing the skin will add some much-needed moisture back to your face but if you’re in a rush, you can simply skip to the moisturizing phase of your self-care routine. Use facial oils to lock in all the extra moisture and hydration.

 Wash your brush

One of the most important steps of the process of dry brushing is to wash your brush. While dry brushing the skin, dead skin cells cleave to the bristles on your brush. Not keeping the brush clean means that you will be exposed to bacteria every time you have to use it.

 To prevent this, it is necessary to ensure that you wash your brush once a week with soap and water. After the washing, leave the brush out to dry in the sun. The next time you need to use it, it will be fresh, dry, and ready for use.

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