Dry Brushing for Circulation

What is Dry Brushing for Circulation?

Brush dry skin with a natural-bristle brush in upward strokes toward the heart before showering to mechanically exfoliate dead skin, stimulate blood circulation, and promote lymphatic movement. An Ayurvedic practice (garshana) that takes 5 minutes and leaves skin visibly smoother.

Is there evidence for it?

How do you do Dry Brushing for Circulation?

1. 1.Always brush on dry skin before showering, starting at feet and moving upward toward the heart
2. 2.Use long sweeping strokes on limbs and circular motions on joints and abdomen
3. 3.Apply light pressure — you want slight pinkness, not redness or irritation
4. 4.Pay extra attention to areas with lymph node clusters: armpits, groin, behind knees, neck
5. 5.Brush 3-5 times per week; wash the brush weekly with mild soap and air dry

How long does it take?

5 minutes before shower, 3-5x weekly.

Is it hard to start?

easy.

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