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What is Dry Skin Brushing?

Facts

• The skin is the largest and most important organ of the body , and is responsible for ¼ of the body’s  detoxification every day.
• Over one pound of toxic waste acids leave the body through the sweat glands on a daily basis.
• The skins primary functions include respiration , excretion , blood and lymph circulation , immunity and conduction of Chi energy.
• The skin receives 1/3 of all the blood that circulates in the body.
• The skin is the last to receive nutrients in the body , but the first to show signs of imbalance.
• Dry skin brushing stimulates skin , gut , kidneys , liver , lung , lymphatic system and mucus membranes , a kind of gentle internal massage.

Benefits of Dry Skin Brushing

• Removes dead skin layers
• Stimulates circulation
• Removes cellulite
• Cleanses lymphatic system
• Stimulates the hormone and oil producing glands
• Strengthens immune system
• Tightens the skin preventing premature aging
• Helps digestion
• Increases cell renewal and improves exchange between cells
• Improves the function of the nervous system
• Easy , inexpensive and stimulating

How to Dry Brush the Skin

• Purchase a natural bristle brush, not synthetic. “Tampico” dry skin brush from “Yerba Prima” is one of the best. This brush comes with a long handle so you are able to reach the areas you need to.
• Brush your skin while it’s dry before showering or bathing , at least once per day and twice if possible.
• Apply lighter strokes over and around the breasts and do not brush the nipples. Also , use light pressure in areas where the skin is thin and harder pressure on places like the soles of the feet.
• Avoid sensitive areas and anywhere the skin is broken , such as rashes , wounds , cuts and infections. And never brush skin affected by poison oak or poison ivy.
• Start with the soles of the feet and work your way up the ankles and calves with about 3-5 strokes on each section of skin. Move up to the thighs , buttocks , torso , then brush arms from hands to elbows, then elbows to shoulders. Use the dry skin brush with the handle to reach your back , and always brush toward the heart.
• Take a warm shower with soap , which is followed by a cool rinse at the end, to stimulate further blood circulation.
• Please wash your brush at least once per week with soap and water and allow to dry.