Dry Brushing: Top 5 Benefits for Skin and Wellness
How To Improve Your Skin's Health with a CBD Salve The same way you brush your hair and clean your teeth every day, your skin also needs some TLC. The difference is, the benefits of dry brushing go far beyond the surface of the skin. Dry brushing is a daily habit that is great to incorporate in your morning routine as it gives you a boost of energy, has incredible health-promoting benefits and best of all, it's free (minus the brush which costs close to nothing)! If your skin is looking dull and your body is need of a little spring cleaning (and let’s face it, we all do), then why not give dry brushing a try! What is Dry Brushing? Dry brushing is a self-care routine that consists of taking a firm bristle brush and sweeping it all over your body, starting from the toes all the way to the head. The name ‘dry brushing’ says it all because, unlike sponging in the shower or bath, you’re applying the brush on fully dry skin (preferably before or after the shower). It is most commonly practised first thing in the morning to give an energy boost, but can also be done at night, as it also promotes relaxation! Although dry brushing has only recently become known in wellness circles, this easy DIY skincare routine has been around for centuries. It has a long history of use in Ayurvedic traditional practices and is commonly prescribed by Ayurvedic practitioners to help the body clear itself of toxins (known as ‘ama’ in Ayurveda) and reduce stress and inflammation. Why is Dry Brushing Good for You? The skin is the body’s largest organ, with an average surface area of 1.5 to 2 square meters, with several different functions. It helps you synthesize vitamin D...
