I Tried Dry Brushing Every Day for 30 Days and Here’s What Actually Happened
This blog is for anyone who loves a self-care ritual that feels as good as it looks! If you’ve ever wanted softer skin, a little extra glow, and a natural way to support your body’s detox process, we want to let you in on one of our favorite beauty practices here at Honey Girl Organics.
Can you guess what it is?
Yup, it’s dry brushing!
Why We’re Obsessed with Dry Brushing
Dry brushing is a simple, effective practice that has been used for centuries to support both health and beauty. With just a few minutes a week, this practice, which you can easily do at home, can transform your skin while gently nudging your lymphatic system to detoxify.
What We Saw When We Committed to Dry Brushing for 30 Days
As one of the writers for Honey Girl Organics, I love taking on new trends or experiments and testing them out before I dive into writing about them. This experiment was no different. I committed to 30 days of dry brushing to see what all the hype was about.
Was it worth it? Or was it just another trend splashed all over social media?
Well, I am now 45 days in, and I can confidently say you will never catch me skipping my dry brushing ritual!
The benefits I saw from this quick at-home self-care routine were pretty incredible. Before I discuss all my results, I want to remind readers that everyone’s reaction to new skincare protocols is different, so what I experienced may not be the same for you.
Now that we have that disclaimer, let’s get to the good stuff!
The benefits I saw immediately:
- Softer skin! I am talking baby smooth skin from head to toe.
- Fewer dry patches. My elbows and knees became more even in skin tone and noticeably less dry than before.
- If you self-tan at home, you are going to love this one. Dry brushing before applying self-tanner made my at-home tanning process look like a professional had done it. Even coverage, no streaks, no dry spots that turned darker, and a longer-lasting tan thanks to the exfoliation beforehand.
The benefits I saw after committing to the full 30 days:
- More toned skin, yes, really! My skin appeared tauter and more toned.
- A reduction in cellulite. Thanks to the lymphatic drainage benefits of dry brushing, I noticed fewer visible dimples and rippling on my upper thighs. Since this was the only change I made, I believe it was a direct impact of my daily dry brushing technique.
- Healthier, glowing skin overall. My skin seemed brighter and naturally radiant. Typically, for my arms and legs to look their best, I would need to apply lotion to give them a healthy appearance. After a month of dry brushing, I noticed a natural glow without needing anything extra.
How to Get Started
You do not need much to begin, just a natural-bristle brush. You can find them at your local grocery store or beauty store, so pick the one that feels right for you and start this skin-loving ritual!
Here’s how:
Always start with dry skin before your shower or bath.
Begin at your feet and work your way upward, brushing toward your heart in long, smooth strokes.
Be gentle. Your skin should feel invigorated but never sore. If you are fair skinned like I am, you will notice slight redness afterward. This is simply blood flow coming to the surface, not a sign that you were too rough.
The entire practice takes just 3 to 5 minutes. Afterward, hop into the shower or bath to rinse away dead skin cells. Do not skip this step!
How Often
Two to three times a week is ideal, though once a week may be enough if your skin is more sensitive. I personally found it so soothing that I dry-brushed almost every day during my 30-day experiment. From my research, you cannot really overdo it, so listen to your skin and see what feels best for you.
Some precautions: Do not dry brush if you are sunburned, have a new tattoo, or if your skin is experiencing a flare-up of any kind. This could further irritate the skin. As with most beauty practices, listen to your body and let it guide you.
After Dry Brushing
After dry brushing and showering, your skin barrier will be more exposed, so this is the perfect time to nourish it deeply. Using a high-quality organic lotion will seal in moisture and strengthen your skin barrier all day long.
The Lotion from HGO with beehive products is designed to feed your skin day and night. This formula is handcrafted in Hawaii with certified organic ingredients, leaving your skin radiant, supple, and deeply nourished. It is the perfect finishing touch to complete your glow ritual!
A Ritual for Radiance
At Honey Girl Organics, we believe in practices that honor both your beauty and your overall well-being. Dry brushing is a simple ritual that does both, and when paired with organic, skin-loving products, the results feel even more magical.
Have you tried dry brushing? We would love to hear about your experience! Share your story in the comments and inspire others to start their own glow-ritual.
With love,
Ashley and Honey Girl Organics