When it comes to dry brushing, many people think of getting rid of cellulite or increasing blood circulation. Although a dry brush is a great solution for these needs, you can use it in even more ways. For example, a dry brush works well to smooth rough and flaky skin on elbows, knees and even the bottoms of feet.
Read on to find out why boar bristles work better and how to maximize results when using a Minalo dry brush on cellulite areas.
Why are Boar Bristles Better?
The natural boar bristles provide a more effective skincare solution because they don’t create micro-abrasions on the skin. Conversely, synthetic bristles can often create more micro abrasion damage, causing inflammation.
According to Deborah Burnes, Author and Beauty Industry Insider on BeWell.com, abrasive scrubbing tactics actually accelerate aging. Contrary to popular belief, even micro derma abrasion and chemical peels age the appearance of skin over time.
Therefore, avoiding chemical peels could be considered an anti-aging treatment in and of itself. Plus, if we start a gentle facial dry brushing regimen, it’s like we’re double the anti-aging results.
By the way, you don’t want to use a body brush on your face. Instead, get a face-specific dry brush, like the gentler Bath Blossom Cleansing Brush.
Does Dry Brushing Get Rid of Cellulite?
Opinions are mixed here. Some people believe the claim is a hoax. Others swear they can see positive results.
The challenge here is that we don’t know exactly who is doing what. For example, which people are dry brushing everyday? Who has done it for 6 days, and who for 6 months?
I don’t think it’s likely to see any changes in a week. You need to dry brush for at least 3-4 months on a consistent daily basis before you should expect to see changes. Combine that with a healthy diet and proper hydration (for flushing out toxins), and you might see changes sooner.
All that said, some users admit that they start dry brushing to minimize the appearance of cellulite or stretch marks. However, they then realize how soft their skin feels or how they have more energy. They continue brushing simply because it feels good. =)
And this may be why… According to Dr. Mercola, “Dry skin brushing stimulates your lymphatic system, aiding in detoxification; when your lymphatic system is not working properly, waste and toxins can build up and make you sick”.
In fact, the Australian Natural Health Magazine suggests increasing the time you spend dry brushing when you are sick. Doing so can help boost your immunity. To get more information, check out What is Dry Skin Brushing?.
Dr. Melissa West explains more:
Modern Skin Labs Dry Brush
Boar Bristle Body Brush Specs:
- Length: 15.75″
- Bristles: Natural Boar
- Handle: Natural Bamboo, Includes Hanging String
- Get the Minalo Dry Brush Here for about $11