Dry brushing: How to safely exfoliate skin at home

Dry brushing has become one of the most talked-about at-home body-care techniques, promising smoother skin and a sense of overall refreshment. The method is essentially a low-cost form of deep mechanical exfoliation. Regular sessions remove dead surface cells, giving the epidermis a healthier glow and more even texture. How the lymphatic angle works Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic network has no central pump. Fluid moves only when muscles contract or when external pressure is applied. Light brush strokes “wake up” the tissues, helping lymph flow more freely. According to skin-care expert Ksenia Anisimova, dry brushing effectively stimulates superficial capillaries, which speeds cell turnover and supports skin tone, provided the person drinks enough water afterward to carry away metabolic by-products. Core technique: dry skin, upward strokes Experts recommend performing the session right before a shower on completely dry skin. Movements must be smooth and directed strictly upward — following the natural path of lymph. Pressure should stay gentle; the goal is stimulation, not vessel trauma. After brushing, rinse off the loosened flakes in the shower and apply a moisturizer. Cosmetologist-esthetician Tatyana Gromova adds that moles, broken skin, or areas with thin, sensitive tissue should be skipped to avoid irritation.