It can stimulate the lymphatic system, help the body rid itself of toxins and increase circulation or energy. Even dermatologists agree that gently brushing the skin does have exfoliating benefits and may go beyond skin care by stimulating the body in a way similar to massage, which certainly does have well-documented benefits.
Dry skin brushing is essentially a dry massage to help prevent as well as help heal illnesses of all kinds. It is traditional to the Ayurvedic practice of medicine with historical roots in India from more than 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda is enjoying an unprecedented resurgence in recent years as more people seek to prevent and resolve illness using natural methods that worked effectively for healthy, ancestral cultures. A brush specifically designed for this purpose is the tool that must be used. It is important not to use just any old brush or loofah, as the potential is there to not accomplish an effective brushing experience or worse, to damage the skin. Hence, a brush with natural bristles that are firm and yet gentle is of paramount importance.
In addition, any sensitive areas should be avoided or places where the skin is inflamed or broken.
