Dry brushing supports lymph flow and our lymphatic system which ultimately helps prevent you from getting sick by removing toxins from the body. This is essential to immune function.
Dr. Cynthia Thaik, MD, a Harvard-trained cardiologist says that over time, our pores can get clogged with pollutants, cosmetics, and dead skin cells. This causes the kidneys and liver to work really hard to get rid of impurities. By unclogging our skin’s pores dry brushing helps our skin absorb more nutrients, and promotes healthy skin.
Our skin is our largest organ. We both detox and absorb through our skin. The job of our lymphatic system is to filter our blood and dispose of toxic and acidic waste. Without it, our tissue, organs, and cells would become overloaded with toxins. An unhealthy or sluggish lymph system could lead to a chronic fatigue, weakened immune system, bloating, aches and pains, cellulite, fibromyalgia, poor digestion, and so much more.
Dry brushing is also known as an Ayurvedic practice called gharsana. It is commonly combined with drying and stimulating powdered herbs like trikatu (a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger), triphala ( a blend of haritaki, bibhitaki, and amla fruits), or ginger to assist in unclogging pores, improving circulation and excreting toxins that get trapped beneath the skin.
Want to have smooth, drool worthy, silky skin? Can’t get rid of cellulite? Have you ever tried dry brushing? This ancient technique, that only takes five minutes, is considered helpful for detoxification and supporting lymph flow, as well as balancing hormones and immune function.
