The fact that we enjoyed perfect velvety skin in our teenage years is not reason enough to enjoy it throughout. Sun damage is cummulative and can be seen on our skin a decade or two later. The skin on our body needs the same kind of love and care as our face. Dull, coarse and lifeless skin is a result of a generally toxic lifestyle, and healthy eating, proper exercise and body brushing can make a dramatic difference.

Remember :

i.        Body brushes can be used in the water. Do not use so vigorously that you damage the skin.

ii.       Remember to exfoliate the skin on your legs for all-over smoothness.

iii.       After exfoliating, spritz the skin with intermittent bursts of warm and then cool water to boost circulation and skin tone.

iv.      After spritzing, moisturize your skin. Oil is particularly nourishing for dry skin.

• Body brush : Brushing your skin — from feet to hips and hands to shoulders — with a natural bristle brush exfoliates  and tones. Go gently at first as you might find that your skin feels a bit tender to begin with. However, if you continue using a body brush each day you should be able to build up pressure and your skin will feel less  sensitive  over  time.  After  body brushing these areas, take a little time to soak in a warm, oily bath to wind down and relax.

• Exfoliation : Body exfoliators have larger grains than facial ones because body skin is tougher.  It is easiest to buff in a shower or  sauna. Try it - once a week or whenever you have time — on areas that are prone to dry skin, such as your elbows, shins, heels, knees, and your hands.

• Moisturizing : Pay special attention to thirsty shins, elbows,  upper arms, hips and knees; moisturize when your body is slightly damp  and warm as creams will sink into the skin much more quickly.

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