Dry brushing benefits for the skin

Dry brushing is a brushing technique used to deeply cleanse the skin. In this article, we'll explore the origins, uses, and benefits of this unusual brushing technique.

What is dry skin brushing?

This brushing technique is actually quite old: it comes straight from Asia and its use is based on body brushing using a specialized brush, without using water or soap, or any other product on the skin during brushing. dry skin brushing can therefore completely replace a shower: on the other hand, a shower usinga washing product will be recommended at least once a week. This technique can also be called "lymphatic brushing", since it will actually help reactivate blood and lymphatic circulation, which has the effect of draining the skin of your body. dry skin brushing East a real ethical and responsible gesture, which will also save you money due to the reduction in the use of cosmetic products.

To achieve your dry skin brushing, you can follow the following steps:

• Starting at the feet, move up the legs in circular motions
• Then rub your hands together and work your way up to your arms and armpits, and continue with your back and buttocks.
• Then move down to the stomach using more flexible movements, then move up to the chest and neck.
• Rinse at the end of your brushing: if you want even more drained skin, fresh water will be ideal

Why perform lymphatic brushing?

Performing a lymphatic brushing with a brush helps stimulate blood and lymphatic circulation: but what is lymph? The latter is an organic fluid similar to plasma that surrounds most of the body's cells. Lymph is transported by blood vessels and the lymphatic system. The role of lymph is therefore to cleanse the body while triggering the immune system's response if necessary.

Lymphatic brushing is therefore ideal for helping the body cleanse itself from the inside and outside.

All the benefits of dry brushing for the skin

Dry brushing is an excellent natural exfoliant : it allows the skin to eliminate dead cells. Thanks to its exfoliating action, the skin can finally breathe freely, free from all harmful and suffocating products. In addition, thanks to the movements of the brush on the skin, the tissues will be better oxygenated and nourished than with friction without a brush. Toxins are drained, which results in the opening of the pores allowing the skin to breathe properly.

You'll notice it as soon as you've finished brushing, your skin will be soft, shiny, and even: the cosmetics applied afterward will be much more effective. Be careful, some brushes are very hard: we recommend using a relatively soft brush, and especially not brushing too hard, which could weaken your skin.

What type of brush should I choose?

For this type of brushing, it is strongly recommended to use natural brushes, preferably handmade for optimal results. Be careful with body brushes that are too rough and stiff, which will only damage your skin.For your dry cleaning, we recommend the Andrée Jardin brush, made in France and by hand, in beech wood and natural materials.

For which skin types?

Dry brushing can be performed on all skin types, except those with skin problems such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, or shingles. Likewise, inflamed or infected areas should not be brushed. Do not brush the skin on your face or stomach if you are a pregnant woman and the same if you have scars or stretch marks.