Dry Brushing: a Step-by-Step Guide

The Benefits of Dry Brushing: A Step-by-Step Guide

Dry brushing is a simple yet powerful technique to improve skin health and stimulate the body naturally. This practice, also known as dry brushing , has been used for centuries in different cultures to exfoliate, increase circulation and promote lymphatic drainage. Let's look at how to dry brush properly and what the benefits are for your skin and overall well-being.

The benefits of dry brushing

  1. Natural Exfoliation : Dry brushing helps remove dead skin cells from the surface of your skin, leaving it smoother and brighter.
  2. Stimulation of blood circulation : Massage stimulates blood flow, improving tissue oxygenation.
  3. Lymphatic Drainage : This practice stimulates the lymphatic system, helping the body eliminate toxins and excess fluids.
  4. Improves product absorption : After brushing, the skin is more receptive to hydrating treatments, which penetrate the epidermis better.
  5. Cellulite Reduction : While not a permanent solution, many people notice an improvement in the appearance of their skin, including a reduction in cellulite due to tissue stimulation.

 

Dry Brushing Guide: Step by Step


 First of all, opt for a brush with natural bristles , preferably made of vegetable fibre, such as a loofah or cactus. Try our cactus fiber one.

1. Start from the left foot

Little finger → Outer side of knee: Perform 3 passes.
Middle toes → Center of knee: Perform 3 steps.
Big toe → Inner side of knee: Perform 3 passes.
Heel → Back of knee: Perform 3 steps.

2. From knees to hips

Outer knee → Hip: Repeat 3 times.
Middle knee → Middle leg: Perform 3 steps.
Inner knee → Pubis: Do 3 steps.
Back of knee → Glute: Repeat 3 steps.

3. From thigh to buttock

Outer thigh → Sacrum: Perform 3 passes.
Under the glute → Center of the glute: do 3 passes.

4. Repeat on the other side

Repeat all the steps above on the right leg and buttock, following the same pattern.

Arms (always starting from the left)

Little finger → Outside shoulder: Perform 3 steps.
Middle fingers → Middle shoulder: Do 3 passes.
Thumb → Armpit: Repeat 3 times.
Palm of hand → Back of shoulder: Perform 3 steps.

Repeat the same procedure on the right arm.

Chest and abdomen

Left pubis → Left side of belly: Do 3 passes.
Central pubis → Navel: repeat 3 times.
Right flank (liver) → Stomach → Spleen → Bladder: Perform the movement in a clockwise rotation, 3 times.

Breast
Gently massage the left breast in a circular motion, starting from the inside and moving outwards and from bottom to top. Do not brush the nipples. Do only 1 pass with very light pressure.

Shoulders and neck

Left shoulder → Base of neck: Perform 3 steps.
Right shoulder → Base of neck: Repeat 3 times.
Left ear → Base of neck: Perform 3 steps.
Right ear → Base of neck: Repeat 3 times.

Back

Left side → Up: Take 3 steps.
Left shoulder → Down: Repeat 3 times.
Right side → Up: Take 3 steps.
Right shoulder → Down: Repeat 3 steps.


Recommended frequency

Dry brushing can be done every day , preferably in the morning, before showering. This way, you will remove dead cells and promote cell renewal, as well as wake up the body thanks to the stimulation of circulation.

Conclusion

Dry brushing is a simple yet highly beneficial practice for the health of your skin and body. In just a few minutes a day, you can improve the appearance of your skin, stimulate circulation, and help eliminate toxins. If you haven't tried it yet, now is the perfect time to incorporate it into your daily wellness routine!

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