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Skin Brushing

Skin brushing is a most effective technique for cleansing the lymphatic system through physically stimulating it. It also stimulates the bloodstream and is excellent for poor circulation. It is a vital addition to a colon cleansing programme, helping to dislodge mucus in that area. It takes no longer than five minutes, so don't skimp and try to do it in less - it can be done while running the bath water.

Use a skin brush made from natural vegetable bristles (nylon or animal bristle will be too rough and will damage the skin), with a long but detachable handle so that you can reach your back if you are ordinarily able to do so.

Always keep it dry and strictly for this job, washing it in warm soapy water every so often. Do not touch the face.

Make bold movements, passing only once over each part of the body in a sweeping motion: start by brushing the soles of the feet and work up each leg, over the bottom, avoiding the genitals, and up to the middle of the back. Then start at the fingertips and brush up the arms, armpits, across the shoulders, down the chest and the top of the back; brush down towards the colon. On reaching the area below the navel, you can use brush movements starting on the right hand side, going up, across and down, following the shape of the colon. Women should brush their breasts (it helps guard against lumps) but avoid the nipples, covering them with the fingertips. Basically, you work towards the heart and then bring all toxins towards the colon.

The face should never be skin-brushed in this way, as this treatment is too harsh for it. Wet exfoliation, especially in grimy towns and cities, is a good alternative. This should be done as part of your daily washing routine. Use a lotion containing oatmeal and abrasive particles like sand, aduki beans, silica, or pumice. One treatment a day is quite enough for the face, preferably at the end of the day to remove grime, grease and other residues.

Some of the Benefits of Skin Brushing:

1. It will help to remove dead layers of skin, improving the health of your skin.
2. It will increase the blood circulation to the skin and the underlying organs and tissues.
3. It will help the skin's abilities to eliminate toxic materials.
4. Helps with muscle tone and more even distribution of fat deposits.
5. Increases lymphatic circulation.

 

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