Body brushing is an easy daily technique that can help you achieve a toned body
A brush and a few minutes a day. This is the recipe for one of the most popular beauty routines of the moment and much appreciated by Italian women.
A brush is enough to exfoliate, energize, detoxify and fight cellulite
Body brushing is a dry brushing technique. It has great advantages both for the external appearance and for the well-being of the whole organism. The skin is immediately softer and brighter. While in the long term the massage acts as anti-cellulite. It improves the vascular system and lymphatic circulation and promotes purification.
One of the first to talk about body brushing was Cindy Crawford. In her autobiography Becoming revealed that she does it every day to keep fit. But the technique certainly has much older origins. It is certainly not practicable only by top models.
It is in fact a habit that requires a few minutes and an initial investment of a few euros to have visible results.
Be careful though. If you have skin lesions or skin that is irritated due to eczema or psoriasis, bodi brushing is not for you.
What are the benefits of body brushing?
- Eliminate dead cells. Dry brushing exfoliates the skin immediately gives it a brighter appearance. As body brushing is not an aggressive method, it can be done every day.
- Promotes the functionality of the lymphatic system. By brushing the epidermis, the body is able to better eliminate toxins and waste products.
- Improve blood circulation. The massage increases the blood flow to the surface. The tissues will thus be more oxygenated and toned.
- Fights cellulite. Thanks to the stimulation of the lymphatic and circulatory systems, body brushing is also effective against the stagnation that gives rise to the unsightly orange peel.
- Increases the activity of the sebaceous glands. Especially if the epidermis is dry, brushing acts in a very positive way. Removing dead cells stimulates the production of new ones and increases the activity of the sebaceous glands.
What is the right time to carry out body brushing?
Since brushing the body also has an energizing effect, it would be ideal to be able to do it in the morning shortly after waking up. Three to five minutes are sufficient, followed by a shower, which will help to remove the dead cells removed with the brush and the application of a moisturizer.
If you can't find the time at the start of the day, every moment is still good. Avoid it only late in the evening, as the revitalizing effect could risk interfering with sleep.
