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Now it is already difficult to find a manufacturer who would sell body scrubs without massage brushes. Drybrushing, also known as dry massage, has earned universal love and popularity for its simplicity, accessibility and versatility. This is a great alternative to expensive salon treatments, which has already become an integral part of the home spa. Let’s take a closer look at why it is so useful and whether this miracle procedure is suitable for everyone.
Why do regular dry massage?
Dry massage allows you to achieve smooth, soft and radiant skin on the body, but its benefits do not end there:
Exfoliates dead skin cells and accelerates skin regeneration.
Helps in the fight against stretch marks and scars.
Qualitatively prepares the skin for an even, beautiful tan.
Helps to visibly reduce the appearance of cellulite.
It has a lymphatic drainage effect and strengthens the lymphatic system.
Removes puffiness.
Promotes the breakdown of subcutaneous fat and weight loss.
Opens and unclogs pores
Promotes the elimination of toxins and strengthens the immune system.
Stimulates the work of the sebaceous glands.
Tightens the skin, makes it more elastic.
Tones the skin and muscles.
Prevents the problem of ingrown hairs.
Effective in the fight against “goose bumps” – follicular keratosis.
Increases the absorption of useful components of caring cosmetics.
The essence and technique of dry massage with a special brush
Dry massage enhances blood circulation and stimulates metabolism, which leads to the acceleration of other natural body processes and a noticeable effect of the procedure. But this result can only be achieved with proper and regular use.
Dry massage is simply impossible without a special brush. For the manufacture of bristles of the instrument, natural raw materials are used, most often tampico cactus fiber or horsehair. It has a fairly high density and rigidity, so the procedure cannot be called too pleasant.
You can choose any brush for dry massage that is convenient for you: classic straight, curved, double-sided with large rounded rubber teeth or without a handle, but with a hand-mounted brush. Any of the options is suitable for the correct execution of the technique, so you can confidently start only from your own convenience.
General rules for dry massage:
Before the procedure. The skin before the massage should be clean and completely dry. Shower with deep cleansing gels or body scrubs. Rinse thoroughly. Don’t steam your skin too much. Dry your body well so that no moisture remains on the skin, and you can start the massage.
Technology features. Start the procedure from 3-6 minutes a day, then you can gradually increase the intensity and duration of the massage up to 15 minutes. Owners of sensitive skin are not recommended to carry out the procedure more than 1 time per week.
Massage is carried out according to the principle: from the bottom up. Start with the feet, then the legs, buttocks, stomach, back, arms, neck and, if desired, the face (use a special small brush for this). All movements are also directed from the bottom up diagonally, except for the back area, where you can act in all directions. Alternate long and short circular motions. On the inner side of the thighs, in the armpits, chest and décolleté area, massage is not performed due to a significant accumulation of blood vessels or due to lymph nodes.
After the procedure. At the end of the massage, take a contrast shower and apply a caring cosmetic product to the body: oil, milk, cream, lotion, spray with the desired effect, for example, moisturizing, cooling, anti-cellulite, tightening.
Dry massage can be uncomfortable, but it doesn’t have to be painful. If the skin is too reddened or burns, irritations and bruises appear, then the brush did not fit you, or you put in too much effort.
Contraindications to the procedure
Despite all the advantages and undeniable benefits, dry body massage still has a number of very important limitations that must be taken into account:
Damage to the skin: abrasions, bruises, wounds, cuts, scratches, hematomas, soft tissue bruises, etc.
Inflammatory skin diseases and various rashes.
Dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis.
Reactive atopic skin prone to irritation.
Phlebeurysm.
Fungal infections of the skin.
Neoplasms on the skin: nevi, papillomas, warts, a large number of moles.
Skin burns, including sunburn.
The period of exacerbation of infectious diseases.
Increased body temperature.
In case of hypertension, blood clotting disorders, during pregnancy and in the postpartum period, the procedure requires additional consultation with a doctor. Please note that dry facial massage has a number of individual features and contraindications.
The availability and versatility of dry massage makes it an almost indispensable care procedure at any time of the year, so that your skin and figure always remain flawless.