What is Dry Brushing?

Dry brushing is a topical skin exfoliation or detoxification method using use a special natural fiber brush . It is typically followed by a hydrotherapy treatment and massage with organic or natural oils

Dry Brushing History:

Humans have been dry brushing their skin across all continents. Asian peoples are known to vigorously scrub their skin with loofah mitts and abrasive cloths prior to their traditional hot bath. Ancient Greek athletes would scrape their skin with spoon-like implements. Dry Brushing is still quite popular today in Europe.

Benefits of Dry Brushing:

There are numerous benefits to dry brushing the skin. To understand how dry brushing has such tremendous health benefits it helps to know some facts about our skin. Skin is the largest eliminative organ of the body. Known as our third kidney, the skin eliminates through the sweat glands, over one pound of waste acids each day. A new top layer of skin is created every 24 hours. Dry brushing removes the old top layer of dead skin cells, encouraging waste removal and circulation and eliminating clogged pores. The results: softer, smoother, healthier skin.

Dry Brushing Skin Techniques:

Dry brushing is done on dry skin.  Dry brushing is done with movements towards the heart. Hydrotherapy and/or aromatherapy treatments are recommended following Dry Brushing.

Why Dry Brush:

If you have concerns about dry skin, cellulite, dead skin, sagging skin, poor muscle tone, premature aging, poor digestion, a weakened immune system or a sluggish lymphatic  or circulatory system, dry brushing done over a period of time is considered extremely helpful.

Dry brushing stimulates nerve endings and assists with the even distribution of fat deposits.

What You Experience During Dry Brushing:

Dry Brushing is a mildly stimulating spa treatment where your skin is brushed from feet to head. The Dry Brush is yours to keep to support you in your healthy endeavors. Dry Brushing is recommended once a day in the morning before showering. Health Benefits may take between 1 and 3 months to see.

SpaNomad Mobile Massage Availability:

Hotel Massage

Home Massage

Recommended Add-On SpaNomad Treatments: With dry brushing, we recommend that you consider:

30 minute or longer massage

Aromatherapy massage

Hot Oil Scalp Massage

Mini-Facial

Dry Brushing Resources:

To find out more detailed information about the benefits of Dry Brushing, click here. To read more about the history of Dry Brushing including animals who Dry Brush, click here.