The Daily Ritual
The art of dry brushing
Dry brushing is a simple daily practice — a few minutes of sweeping firm bristles over dry skin to exfoliate, wake up circulation, and encourage lymphatic flow.
- Encourages lymphatic flow
- Boosts circulation
- Exfoliates & smooths
- Brighter, more even skin
How to use it
- 1
Start dry, start low
On completely dry skin — no oil, no water — begin at your feet and ankles.
- 2
Long strokes, toward the heart
Sweep up the legs and arms in long strokes over the long bones, with small circles around the joints. Firm but comfortable pressure — let the bristles do the work.
- 3
Brush the torso toward the lymph nodes
Sweep the upper body toward the armpits and the lower body toward the groin, with gentle circles on the belly and back. Go light over the abdomen and chest.
- 4
Then bathe
Dry brush before your shower, so you can rinse away what you’ve loosened. For a fuller ritual: a warm steam or sauna, a warm shower, then a cool rinse.
- 5
Seal it in with oil
On clean skin, massage in Anoint Nourishing Body Oil head to toe to nourish and lock in moisture.
Complete the ritual
The oil to seal it in, the full Duo to add gua sha, and the Body Love gift set.
Frequently asked
Do I use oil with it?
No — dry brushing is done on completely dry skin, without oil or water. Save your Anoint oil for after your shower, when it absorbs beautifully into clean skin.
How often should I dry brush?
Two to three times a week is a lovely rhythm, and a few minutes is plenty. Daily is fine if your skin tolerates it well.
How hard should I press?
Firm enough to feel invigorating, never so hard it hurts or scratches. The bristles are extra-firm, so a light-to-moderate touch is all you need.
Is tingling or pinkness normal?
A little warmth, tingling, or light pinkness from the boost in circulation is normal and fades quickly. Ease up if skin feels sore or irritated.
Who should avoid dry brushing?
Skip areas with broken or irritated skin, sunburn, eczema or psoriasis flares, rashes, or varicose veins. If you’re pregnant or managing a skin or medical condition, check with your provider first.
How do I clean the brush?
Rinse the bristles with mild soap and water every week or two and let it air-dry, bristles-down. Keep the beechwood handle out of standing water.
Further reading
A note on the practice
Dry brushing is a traditional wellness ritual, valued for gentle exfoliation, a feeling of invigoration, and a few mindful minutes of daily body care. Formal clinical research on dry brushing itself is limited — we offer it as a self-care practice, not a medical treatment.
