Body brushing
Body brushing or dry brushing is an old technique that has resurfaced, and is now being used and talked about heavily because of its benefits.
So what is body brushing? It is simply what it says - brushing your body while it is dry.
There are numerous benefits of body brushing, one of them being a body exfoliator. We often give importance to exfoliating out facial skin, likewise our body skin needs some exfoliating too to get rid of dead rough skin cells, giving the skin a less coarse appearance. It also helps stimulate cells, reducing the appearance of cellulite. Not to mention it unclogs pores, making your skin absorb nutrients and oils better than before.
Body brushing is always done with large brushes with natural bristles, long handles are better for flexibility when brushing. Always avoid synthetic or plastic brushes.
Now there are techniques to it. Body brushing must be done when the skin is completely dry, hence the term dry brushing. It is also important to start from the bottom of the feet and brush upwards in long strokes repetitively, similarly from the palm of your hands move upwards making sure to move towards the heart as you go along. This helps with your lymphatic system and aids in removing toxins from the body. Once you are done brushing your whole body, shower like you naturally would, followed by essential oils or lotions.
This technique does not only have physical values but brushing your body religiously can also help reduce stress, and works kind of similar to massages by relaxing your body and helping
you let go of all that tension.
By Anisha Hassan
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