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Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:37 pm  |
Well, here's my problem.
I've been searching information about Dry Skin Brushing for like 2 weeks now, and i'm very confused. 
Every single clip on Youtube and every health site seems do describe the technique different.
For example: while some says to do the brushing towards the heart, other recommends to do the brushing towards lymphtatic nodes and follow the watersheds.
There are also different recommendations about where to start or end and using circular motions or small strokes upward.
Can anyone just tell me the exact and proper technique about how to dry brush skin?
Because there are so many explanations that I can't see the wood for trees. |
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Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:02 pm |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Well, here's my problem.
I've been searching information about Dry Skin Brushing for like 2 weeks now, and i'm very confused.
Every single clip on Youtube and every health site seems do describe the technique different.
For example: while some says to do the brushing towards the heart, other recommends to do the brushing towards lymphtatic nodes and follow the watersheds.
There are also different recommendations about where to start or end and using circular motions or small strokes upward.
Can anyone just tell me the exact and proper technique about how to dry brush skin?
Because there are so many explanations that I can't see the wood for trees. |
LOL.
I go in whatever direction my mood tells me at any given time, and use straight motion. I am sure others here have differing methods, my thought is there is no really right or wrong way to dry brush. Do what is most comfortable for you! Don't stress over a technique it should be a relaxing treat to do.  |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:34 am |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Well, here's my problem.
I've been searching information about Dry Skin Brushing for like 2 weeks now, and i'm very confused.
Every single clip on Youtube and every health site seems do describe the technique different.
For example: while some says to do the brushing towards the heart, other recommends to do the brushing towards lymphtatic nodes and follow the watersheds.
There are also different recommendations about where to start or end and using circular motions or small strokes upward.
Can anyone just tell me the exact and proper technique about how to dry brush skin?
Because there are so many explanations that I can't see the wood for trees. |
LOL.
I go in whatever direction my mood tells me at any given time, and use straight motion. I am sure others here have differing methods, my thought is there is no really right or wrong way to dry brush. Do what is most comfortable for you! Don't stress over a technique it should be a relaxing treat to do. |
Hmmm, so you mean that there isn't really one exact technique for dry skin brushing, but that there are several ways to do it? |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:59 am |
Actually theres quite a bit of evidence that suggests that if you don't brush towards the heart you damage the veins. They have little valvs which run in that direction and by brushing in the opposite direction it weakens them and so you end up worst off. I found that out from Ellen Wood and there's quite a few warnings out there which I suspect is for this very reason!
But Ham & Cheese if you are brushing in the direction of the heart, you will be brushing the lymph nodes anyway.
Its like anything though, different experts promote different things, so you can find someone saying do circles on the belly, and then you find someone else saying to do up and down strokes.
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| my thought is there is no really right or wrong way to dry brush. Do what is most comfortable for you! Don't stress over a technique it should be a relaxing treat to do. |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:00 am |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Well, here's my problem.
I've been searching information about Dry Skin Brushing for like 2 weeks now, and i'm very confused.
Every single clip on Youtube and every health site seems do describe the technique different.
For example: while some says to do the brushing towards the heart, other recommends to do the brushing towards lymphtatic nodes and follow the watersheds.
There are also different recommendations about where to start or end and using circular motions or small strokes upward.
Can anyone just tell me the exact and proper technique about how to dry brush skin?
Because there are so many explanations that I can't see the wood for trees. |
LOL.
I go in whatever direction my mood tells me at any given time, and use straight motion. I am sure others here have differing methods, my thought is there is no really right or wrong way to dry brush. Do what is most comfortable for you! Don't stress over a technique it should be a relaxing treat to do. |
Hmmm, so you mean that there isn't really one exact technique for dry skin brushing, but that there are several ways to do it? |
As you have seen you find so many different techniques both online and in different books, I just go with what seems most natural/comfortable for me.  |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:04 am |
| TheresaMary wrote: |
Actually theres quite a bit of evidence that suggests that if you don't brush towards the heart you damage the veins. They have little valvs which run in that direction and by brushing in the opposite direction it weakens them and so you end up worst off. I found that out from Ellen Wood and there's quite a few warnings out there which I suspect is for this very reason!
But Ham & Cheese if you are brushing in the direction of the heart, you will be brushing the lymph nodes anyway.
Its like anything though, different experts promote different things, so you can find someone saying do circles on the belly, and then you find someone else saying to do up and down strokes.
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| my thought is there is no really right or wrong way to dry brush. Do what is most comfortable for you! Don't stress over a technique it should be a relaxing treat to do. |
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Yes it is the same as what is taught to massage therapists you are supposed to work towards the heart, and I do find that is what is most natural to do when dry brushing. |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 10:03 am |
Wish i knew this a bit earlier, it would have spared me a lot of time 
But still wondering about how to brush the back/neck/shoulders area... |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 10:17 am |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Wish i knew this a bit earlier, it would have spared me a lot of time
But still wondering about how to brush the back/neck/shoulders area... |
Unless you can con someone else into doing it for you, that is why I have 2 brushes the second is the long handled one I mentioned (similar in length to a bath brush). |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 10:54 am |
Carol Maggio sells a sisal strap that is great for getting all those back areas.
And I agree with everyone, I have always brushed towards the heart.
Btw, your name is delicious! |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 11:48 am |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Wish i knew this a bit earlier, it would have spared me a lot of time
But still wondering about how to brush the back/neck/shoulders area... |
Everyone who's into dry skin brushing probably has their own favorite technique; mine is a program called Vital Chi Skin Brushing by Dr. Bruce Berkowsky. It's available in a book and on DVD. You can purchase them separately, or together as a set.
I've been using the program for several years, and really enjoy it. It's easy to learn and feels like a very complete routine. It covers the body from head to toe, and for the face, you switch from a body brush to a small facial brush (you can find those at Amazon, in health food stores, etc.)
I purchased the book and video set years ago. At that time the video was a VHS tape, and I have since replaced it with the DVD. As I mentioned, though, the routine is easy to learn, so after doing it a few times, you wouldn't have to use the DVD each time. Following the DVD takes about 15 minutes, but you could cut that time down when doing it on your own.
I just noticed at Amazon that there is a new updated version of the book with a bunch of additional information that sounds very interesting.
I have to agree with one of the reviewers at Amazon (Amanda M) who wrote: "You'll smile at the slightly 1970/80's photos of "guys in speedos with brush in hand" but the well explained brushing technique is invaluable".
The link to the updated version of the book at Amazon is: http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Berkowskys-Vital-Skin-Brushing-System/dp/1929587007/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
The link to Dr. Berkowsky's web site is: http://www.naturalhealthscience.com/index.php
Once at his site, you'll see the link to the Vital Chi Skin Brushing System.
Hope this helps! |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 12:31 pm |
| Sovajo wrote: |
| HamCheeseSandwich wrote: |
Wish i knew this a bit earlier, it would have spared me a lot of time
But still wondering about how to brush the back/neck/shoulders area... |
Everyone who's into dry skin brushing probably has their own favorite technique; mine is a program called Vital Chi Skin Brushing by Dr. Bruce Berkowsky. It's available in a book and on DVD. You can purchase them separately, or together as a set.
I've been using the program for several years, and really enjoy it. It's easy to learn and feels like a very complete routine. It covers the body from head to toe, and for the face, you switch from a body brush to a small facial brush (you can find those at Amazon, in health food stores, etc.)
I purchased the book and video set years ago. At that time the video was a VHS tape, and I have since replaced it with the DVD. As I mentioned, though, the routine is easy to learn, so after doing it a few times, you wouldn't have to use the DVD each time. Following the DVD takes about 15 minutes, but you could cut that time down when doing it on your own.
I just noticed at Amazon that there is a new updated version of the book with a bunch of additional information that sounds very interesting.
I have to agree with one of the reviewers at Amazon (Amanda M) who wrote: "You'll smile at the slightly 1970/80's photos of "guys in speedos with brush in hand" but the well explained brushing technique is invaluable".
The link to the updated version of the book at Amazon is: http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Berkowskys-Vital-Skin-Brushing-System/dp/1929587007/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
The link to Dr. Berkowsky's web site is: http://www.naturalhealthscience.com/index.php
Once at his site, you'll see the link to the Vital Chi Skin Brushing System.
Hope this helps! |
That sounds good! I like the idea of following an established routine;)
But, i'm Dutch and i live in the Netherlands (so my english is not really good)
What do you think is better for me... The Book/ Dvd, or both? |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 4:29 pm |
| I don't dry brush as consistently as a should, but I also learned to go in the direction of the heart. I used to do T-Tapp exercise and Teresa Tapp had a dvd on dry brushing. She is really big on this and explains the many benefits of it, from lymph drainage to cellulite reduction/elimination to stretch mark reduction to skin tightening, etc... I really have to get into doing it daily again, because it made my skin feel amazing. |
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Thu Apr 05, 2012 4:50 pm |
@HamCheeseSandwich,
If I had to choose between the two, I'd pick the DVD, but that's because I'm more of a "visual" person; I like being able to see the moves demonstrated, and just follow along.
I'm planning to order the updated version of the book, mainly for the new FAQ section. It says in the description at Amazon: "Additionally, this expanded edition contains a highly detailed FAQS section. The Vital Chi Skin-Brushing Routine has been used by many thousands of people since 1994 and the FAQs section provides answers to those questions that Dr. Berkowsky has often received and that he feels have the most relevance for all readers".
Since I'm getting the new edition, I'd be happy to send you my older copy (at no charge) if you'd like. It's not a very big book (around 40 pages), and I don't think the postage to the Netherlands would be enough to worry about, so if you want it, PM me with your mailing address and I'll get it off to you. That way you could decide if the book was going to be enough, or if you wanted the DVD too. |
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Fri Apr 06, 2012 2:26 am |
| Sovajo wrote: |
@HamCheeseSandwich,
If I had to choose between the two, I'd pick the DVD, but that's because I'm more of a "visual" person; I like being able to see the moves demonstrated, and just follow along.
I'm planning to order the updated version of the book, mainly for the new FAQ section. It says in the description at Amazon: "Additionally, this expanded edition contains a highly detailed FAQS section. The Vital Chi Skin-Brushing Routine has been used by many thousands of people since 1994 and the FAQs section provides answers to those questions that Dr. Berkowsky has often received and that he feels have the most relevance for all readers".
Since I'm getting the new edition, I'd be happy to send you my older copy (at no charge) if you'd like. It's not a very big book (around 40 pages), and I don't think the postage to the Netherlands would be enough to worry about, so if you want it, PM me with your mailing address and I'll get it off to you. That way you could decide if the book was going to be enough, or if you wanted the DVD too. |
Aww thanks;D That is very kind of you!
going to send you a pm right now. |
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Wed Apr 11, 2012 11:07 am |
| I just bought some self tanner towelettes and I wonder if anyone has ever had a problem with self tanner coming off with dry brushing? I do the No Lipo Lipo dry brushing. |
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Wed Apr 11, 2012 1:49 pm |
| I would not mix self tanner and brushing. Its intense exfoliaton. |
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Wed Apr 11, 2012 2:37 pm |
Yes, fake tanners don't hold up against brushing. When I first started brushing I always had orange residue on the bristles. Fake tan didn't come off right away or got splotchy, but it faded fast, had to reapply pretty often. On the other hand, "tan" always looked nice, since there never was much old/dry skin on me that make "tan" look more orange.
In the end problem went away as dry brushing improved skin's appearance and I slowly grew out of my "tanning" habit. I also enjoy extended baths that resulted in fake tan coming off too. Talk about high maintenance. Also, the German paper about DHA/erythrulose being free radical sources also had a lot to do with me quitting fake tanners. |
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Sat Apr 14, 2012 10:34 am |
| Does anyone dry brush at night? I'm trying to figure out when to fit it into my routine. I like the idea of doing it at night, to get off all the dirt and dead skin from the day before going to bed and thinking that it might improve product penetration. On the other hand, I don't want it to wake me up too much before bedtime, plus it might be nice to do it in the morning to remove the remnants of the topicals that I apply at night. Anyone try both ways and have a preference? Thanks! |
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Sat Apr 14, 2012 10:39 am |
| cm5597 wrote: |
| Does anyone dry brush at night? I'm trying to figure out when to fit it into my routine. I like the idea of doing it at night, to get off all the dirt and dead skin from the day before going to bed and thinking that it might improve product penetration. On the other hand, I don't want it to wake me up too much before bedtime, plus it might be nice to do it in the morning to remove the remnants of the topicals that I apply at night. Anyone try both ways and have a preference? Thanks! |
I have done both and have not found any huge difference personally, I think it may be a matter of personal preference? Some may find it wakes them up too much before bed time while others find it quite relaxing.
I also feel with continued use you are keeping your skin receptive to your products. JMHO. |
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Sun Apr 15, 2012 7:56 am |
| Thanks, Darkmoon |
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Thu Jul 26, 2012 5:56 pm |
| DarkMoon, why do you think that it would make the skin more receptive to products? Is it because of the exfoliating action? |
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Thu Jul 26, 2012 6:03 pm |
| VeronicaM wrote: |
| DarkMoon, why do you think that it would make the skin more receptive to products? Is it because of the exfoliating action? |
Oh absolutely Veronica, I think skin that is exfoliated in a healthy way will be more receptive, and bringing the blood flow to the surface would seem beneficial as well in that department? |
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Thu Jul 26, 2012 6:25 pm |
| sandooch wrote: |
| I don't dry brush as consistently as a should, but I also learned to go in the direction of the heart. I used to do T-Tapp exercise and Teresa Tapp had a dvd on dry brushing. She is really big on this and explains the many benefits of it, from lymph drainage to cellulite reduction/elimination to stretch mark reduction to skin tightening, etc... I really have to get into doing it daily again, because it made my skin feel amazing. |
Stretch Mark reduction! *pricks up ears*
Sandooch do you remember if she said anything specific about this, or just suggested it would improve them generally? Would love to know! |
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