Things You'll Need:
- Body brush
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Step 1
Choose a body brush that has natural bristles. Acrylic bristles can be irritating on your skin so always opt for natural instead. For best results, pick a body brush with a hand-strap on the back and a long, detachable handle so you can reach all areas of your legs.
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Step 2
Perform the dry brushing process prior to a shower. Your skin should be completely dry. After you have finished, you can then wash away all the dead skin cells and toxins the come to the surface as a result of the brushing.
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Step 3
Start at your ankles. Move the brush in a long, circular motion and work your way up your legs.
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Step 4
Apply steady, light pressure as you brush. If you apply too much pressure, your skin will become raw and irritated. If your skin turns pink, you are brushing too hard.
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Step 5
Spend the most time on your thighs. As they are particularly prone to cellulite, you must give the thighs extra attention.
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Step 6
Work on each leg for approximately 5 minutes. Do not rush the brushing process. You are stimulating nutrient and oxygen flow in your skin, and encouraging new skin cell growth. Allow time for the brushing to take effect.
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Step 7
Shower once you have finished both legs. Use a mild soap to cleanse away all the toxins and dead skin cells that rose to the surface of your skin.
