HOW TO DRY BRUSH
When: Before the bath or shower, on completely dry skin. Do not dry brush on wet skin, the friction and lymphatic stimulation work through the dry skin surface.
How often: Two to three times per week for most skin types. Daily for skin that tolerates it comfortably.
The Full Body Technique:
- Begin at the feet. Long, sweeping upward strokes from the tops of the feet toward the heart. Always toward the heart this is the direction of lymphatic flow.
- Move up the legs. Continue upward over the calves, shins, knees, and thighs using smooth, sweeping strokes. You can use slightly firmer pressure over thicker areas of skin and a much lighter touch around more delicate areas, such as behind the knees.
- Brush the abdomen. Gentle circular strokes in a clockwise direction (following the direction of digestion) rather than linear strokes.
- Move to the hands and forearms. Begin at the fingertips and brush upward toward the elbow, then continue toward the shoulder. Always toward the heart.
- Upper arms and shoulders. Use the strap to comfortably guide the brush over the upper arms and shoulders. Adjust your angle as needed rather than twisting or straining to reach an area.
- Upper back. Reach only as far as is comfortable. Use smooth strokes across the areas you can easily access without forcing your shoulder or applying excessive pressure.
- Chest and neck. Use your lightest pressure over the upper chest and neck. Gentle downward strokes on the neck toward the heart and lymph nodes under the collarbone. Keep your movements slow and gentle, and avoid brushing over the breasts or other particularly delicate areas.
Your skin should feel gently exfoliated and refreshed, not scratched, sore, or irritated. Don't dry brush over broken, inflamed, sunburned, freshly shaved, or otherwise irritated skin. If an area feels uncomfortable, skip it. Drink water. Lymphatic stimulation benefits from hydration.
After Dry Brushing: Step into your shower or bath and cleanse as usual to rinse away loosened surface skin. After bathing, gently pat dry and follow with your favorite Fleuriation Herbal Glow Body Oil, Herbal Glow Body Butter, or Hydrate Boost Body Butter while your skin is still slightly damp.
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR WOODEN DRY BRUSH
After Each Use:
Gently tap the brush against your palm or another clean surface to loosen and remove skin particles caught between the horsehair bristles.
For a Deeper Clean:
When needed, lightly rinse or clean the bristles with lukewarm water, taking care to keep the wooden base and handle as dry as possible. Avoid soaking or submerging the brush, as prolonged exposure to water can cause natural wood to swell, warp, or crack.
The nylon hand strap can be gently cleaned as needed.
Dry Thoroughly:
After cleaning, gently shake away excess water and allow the brush to air dry completely in a well ventilated area with the bristles facing downward. Don't store the brush while it is damp or leave it sitting in a humid shower where moisture can remain trapped.
When should I replace my dry brush?
How long your brush lasts depends on how often you use it, how much pressure you apply, and how it is cleaned and stored.
Consider replacing your brush when the bristles become significantly worn, bent, damaged, or difficult to clean, or if the wooden base or strap begins to deteriorate.
Keep it clean. Keep it dry.
