Dry brushing

I have never heard about dry brushing until I saw this brushes set from Spa Verde. They consist of the body brush, wooden extension for the brush to reach your back, and the face brush.

I always thought that this something you do when you visit the sauna to get as much dead skin off yourself as possible. Evidentially you can cause more damage to your skin if you brush it when it’s wet and hot. The best time to brush it is right before you take your shower. Besides skin exfoliation, dry brushing also aids blood circulation and lymph flow. To attain these benefits, always brush towards the heart. For maximum efficiency use long strokes, apply medium pressure and repeat each stroke 5 times. There should be enough pressure to turn your skin rosy, but not as much that it hurts or scratches.

Dry brushing can significantly alleviate cellulite. As the lymph nodes get stimulated by the brush, the skin becomes better moisturized and more vibrant. Drink a glass water before and after the brushing to aid the process. By brushing your limbs towards your heart you can improve your blood circulation.

Dry brushing has an anti-aging effect as it clears away dead cells and helps eliminate toxins, but probably most importantly it can relieve stress and help you relax through a quick, at-home spa experience.

Spa Verde also provides video tutorials at their website http://spa.how