Angela Edmuns

Brush Your Body Beautiful

by Nazli Theron

Body brushing is one of the most economical and efficient ways to bring out the best of your skin. It also enhances the affectivity of any skin care products applied post brushing. Dry brushing will increase your blood and lymphatic circulation thus toxin removal is improved, this elimination process helps break down fatty pockets, responsible for cellulite.
Buying the right brush

  1. Make sure you pick a brush that is not to scratchy or uncomfortable
  2. Pick a firm brush
  3. Choose a brush that has a hand strap
  4. Natural bristles is a must (cactus bristle brushes are a good pick)
  5. Purchase a tea tree oil spray to cleanse your brush after every use

Brushing procedure

  1. ALWAYS brush towards your heart
  2. Starting from the soles of your feet work your way up the body
  3. Pay special attention to areas with cellulite
  4. Work in a circular movement on your stomach, from your right hip to your left hip around the navel
  5. Never brush to hard, this can cause broken veins on sensitive areas
  6. Never brush over varicose veins, broken or sun burnt skin
  7. Do not brush over nipples or face
  8. Concentrate on areas with increased dead skin cells (soles, elbows, knees)
  9. Do not skip your back
  10. Always use your brush dry, unless if you have very sensitive skins, wet your brush a bit, the water will reduce the friction on the skin and minimize any irritation or damage on the skin

When will I brush?

  1. Every morning
  2. Duration of a session: 5-7 minutes
  3. Before showering or bathing

After Care

  1. Apply your skin care products after brushing for increased absorption and better results
  2. If you suffer from cellulite, apply your cellulite product and massage into the affected areas gently
  3. Any products containing peppermint or mint will feel very invigorating and awaken your body and mind

Benefits of brushing

    • Removes dead skin cells, leaving the skin feeling silky and smooth
    • Tightens the skin, due to the increased blood flow and oxygen and nutrient supply to your skin cells
    • Aids digestion, working in the correct motion over the stomach will stimulate digestion, brilliant for constipation
    • Stimulates micro circulation of blood and lymph, increasing the general health of the body and skin
    • Cleanses the lymphatic system due to the increased circulation, toxins can be removed from the body at a rapid pace
    • Strengthens the immune system, due to a healthier circulatory system and a cleansed lymphatic system
    • Improves the health of the liver and kidneys, being flushed of built up toxicity
    • Tones muscles
    • Removes cellulite
    • Better product penetration

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