A Guide to Dry Brushing


What is Dry Brushing? 

Dry brushing is exactly what it sounds like…brushing the skin while it is dry (usually before a bath or shower) in a particular pattern with a dry brush that is made from natural, firm bristles. 

What is the purpose of dry brushing? 

Dry brushing is an excellent supportive practice that helps to improve lymphatic circulation by brushing in a pattern that coincides with the natural pathways of lymphatic fluid. It also helps to exfoliate and remove dead skin cells from the skins surface. This is a helpful tool when beginning any protocol because it helps open up detoxification pathways by encouraging circulation of lymphatic fluid so it can excrete toxins from the body. 

Equipment:

Dry brush

Benefits of dry brushing: 

  • Systemic

    • Improves lymphatic circulation

    • Support drainage and detox pathways

    • Improves circulation

    • Improves energy

    • Decreases swelling

  • Surface:

    • Removes dry skin

    • Decreases appearance of wrinkles and cellulite

    • Helps with scar healing

Dry brushing steps: 

  1. Brush each section of skin ~10 times. 

  2. Start at the feet: Brush the bottoms of the feet and up legs in long, smooth strokes. Brush up toward the heart/chest area where lymph drains. 

  3. Repeat with the arms: Starting with the palms of the hands and brushing up the arm toward the heart.

  4. Stomach and armpits: Brush in a circular, clockwise motion

  5. Repeat the process on the back.

  6. Shower after dry brushing then use lotion or oils to moisturize

Remember: 

~Focus on brushing towards the heart with long strokes. 

This information is not intended to replace medical advice or to treat disease. Check with your healthcare provider to see if this appropriate for you.

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