New Year, New Skin

Skin brushing (aka dry body-brushing) has been popular among European women for many years. It improves skin tone by stimulating blood flow and encouraging new cell growth. It also brings nutrients and oxygen to the outer layer of the skin. There are even claims skin brushing prevents and helps eliminate cellulite and that brushing your abdomen in a circular motion can help improve digestion.

All you need is a natural-bristled brush, which is available at many natural products retailers (I purchased one at Karyn’s Raw). Just start at your feet and sweep upward with the brush. If nothing else, it feels great and it’s an easy way to exfoliate your whole body. Just brush for a couple of minutes in the morning before your shower and start the day with healthy, glowing skin.