Soft skin isn't made in the shower. Why you need to start dry brushing.

This summer, I took up the daily practice of dry brushing my skin before showering. This may sound like a weird thing to do, but the act of dry brushing has been around for centuries. I started dry brushing because of the many benefits to my body and I wanted to improve the texture of my much neglected skin. 

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WHAT IS DRY BRUSHING?

The skin is the largest organ of your body. Dry brushing is an invigorating massage for your skin.  Feels oh so lovely. 

BENEFITS OF DRY BRUSHING

Dry brushing helps to exfoliate and remove extra skin cells allowing the skin to take in more oxygen. It also stimulates the lymphatic system which helps to eliminate waste and detoxify and improve circulation. Externally, dry brushing can help to eliminate and prevent cellulite. Yes! It also gives your skin a healthy glow and makes it nice and smooth as a baby's bottom.

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DRY BRUSHING TOOLS

You only need one - a body brush. You can purchase one at most health food stores, drug stores and of course on Amazon. In fact, Amazon has quite the selection. 
Dry Brush Selection at Amazon

WHEN TO DRY BRUSH

Very simple. Before you hop in the shower each day. It takes less than 5 minutes to get a good brush in before showering.

HOW TO DRY BRUSH

Begin by moving your brush in long upward strokes starting from your feet and working your way up to your heart. Remember to always brush towards the direction of your heart. After brushing your legs (linger around any troublesome lumpy areas on your legs), brush your stomach, arms, shoulders, armpits, wrist. Remember to keep the strokes long and work towards brushing in the direction of your heart. 

IN THE SHOWER

After brushing your skin, rinse off in the shower. Wash your body as usual, BUT be sure you are not using toxic body care products because your freshly brushed skin will quickly absorb all the chemicals. Check out www.ewg.org to search the toxicity level of your favorite products. You may be surprised! I love Nubian Heritage soap and lotion products which are rated a "low hazard."

Easy peasy! Go get your dry brush on and start reaping the benefits!