To dry brush your body effectively, follow these expert steps:
- Choose the Right Brush
Use a firm, natural bristle brush with a comfortable handle to reach all areas of your body
- Start at Your Feet
Begin brushing at your feet, using gentle to moderate pressure. Brush upward toward your heart to encourage circulation and lymphatic flow
- Use the Correct Motions
- Use long, fluid strokes moving upward on limbs.
- Apply wide, circular, clockwise motions on larger areas like legs and torso.
- Use circular motions on stubborn or dry areas such as elbows, knees, and shoulders
- Brush Arms and Hands
Start at your hands and brush upward toward your shoulders, using similar upward or circular strokes
- Brush the Torso
Use gentle pressure on delicate areas like the breasts, brushing in circular motions. For the abdomen, brushing clockwise can also stimulate digestion
- Back and Other Areas
For the back, use a long-handled brush if needed, brushing upward toward the heart. Include sides of arms and back, focusing on dry patches
- Pressure and Frequency
Use light pressure on thin skin and firmer pressure on thicker skin like soles of feet. Avoid sensitive or bruised areas. Brushing once daily, preferably in the morning, is recommended to invigorate the skin and circulation
- After Brushing
Shower to wash off dead skin cells. Follow with body oil or lotion to lock in moisture and keep skin hydrated
Summary
- Start at feet, brush upward toward heart
- Use circular and upward strokes
- Adjust pressure according to skin thickness
- Include arms, torso, back, and focus on dry spots
- Shower and moisturize afterward
Dry brushing promotes exfoliation, circulation, and can leave your skin feeling soft and energized
