As the cooler weather sets in our skin may become drier and can appear more dull, dry and flaky. During this time of year, it is even more important to make sure our skin is adequately hydrated and moisturized.
Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies and yet it receives the least attention. Sure our face may be the first thing people notice and deserves attention, but what about the skin covering the rest of our body? Slathering on some moisturizer in the morning and before bed is helpful, but we can do so much more.
Our skin supports detoxification because it stimulates the lymphatic system which is responsible for eliminating cellular waste from our body. Our skin also contains nerves and glands which signal the brain to protect our body from the environmental temperatures and toxins. The skin covers an average area of approximately 20-square feet of our body, receives 1/3 of the blood circulated in our body and is responsible for excreting 1/3 of the toxins. Moreover, our skin is the last organ to receive essential nutrients so it’s not surprising that it is one of the first to show signs of stress and age.
Dry skin brushing is an activity which adds only about 5-minutes to your morning routine. But has some great benefits if you do it every day.
It boosts circulation
It stimulates the lymphatic system
It helps reduce cellulite
It unclogs pores
It relieves stress
It exfoliates the skin
To get the best results from your dry skin brush you should:
Plan to use it every day, preferably in the morning before your shower.
Start at your feet, and work your way up your body towards your heart, then down from the neck (avoiding the face)
Use circular and then long strokes to dry brush your skin
Feel the brush stimulating your skin, possibly noticing some redness, but not pain
Shower immediately after dry skin brushing
Apply a moisturizer made of coconut oil and lavender essential oil will help seal in the moisture and add to the benefits.
Dry skin brushing is just one wellness tool which you should use to help your skin be as healthy as possible. Eating a clean, whole-food and mostly plant-based diet is another way to ensure you are providing your body with the nutrients and minerals it needs to detoxify naturally. Drinking adequate amounts of water is another invaluable tool for healthy, hydrated skin and to make sure you Feel Better In Your Body!
