CLEAR SKIN PRACTICES
If you’re prone to pimples, the best way to care for these flare-ups is to start at the source.
Since our skin is a reflection of what’s going on beneath the surface, it’s essential to work with the entire body for beautiful, healthy skin. Our tissues, organs and systems are all interconnected, so while it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of an acne flare-up, we can trust that our skin is trying to tell us something.
We can’t stress enough how essential lymphatic drainage is for a clear, healthy, balanced complexion. The lymphatic system is our body’s natural cleansing system and helps to detoxify and purify the skin + body. But when this system is blocked or when lymph fluid becomes stagnant, it causes toxic buildup in tissues – leading to blemishes, blackheads, congestion and other inflammatory skin conditions.
Here are a few quick tips to stimulate lymph flow, flush out toxins and treat breakouts:
- Oil Cleansing Method: It’s not the oil formulation that will boost lymphatic fluid (although it’s also must for clear skin – more on the OCM later!), but the facial massage is where the magic happens. Not only is this step crucial for proper cleansing, but consistent facial massage seriously promotes a healthy lymphatic system.
- Dry brushing: These light, simple strokes (starting from your feet and brushing towards you your heart) stimulate lymph flow throughout the entire body to detoxify buildup + waste. A regular dry brushing practice is key for radiant skin and a healthy body.
