Brush in long, sweeping strokes to slough off dead skin cells and uncover the smoother, healthier skin underneath. You'll also stimulate circulation and help the flow and drainage in lymph channels, which, when stagnant, can make skin puffy, congested, and pale. Begin by brushing under your armpits and then move to your arms, torso, back, and legs several times each, moving in the direction of the heart.

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