Lymphatic drainage: how to use your body brush correctly and master the art of dry brushing

Dry body brushing is one of the most effective ways to stimulate circulation, support detoxification, and awaken vital energy. But how do you use a lymphatic drainage brush correctly? And what steps should you follow to master this time-honored technique? Here is your step-by-step guide.

When should you use your body brush?

For optimal results, particularly regarding lymphatic flow and immune cell circulation, dry brushing should be done daily or at least three times a week.

In the morning: to stimulate circulation, boost energy, and prevent water retention.
In the evening: to release toxins and accumulated tension, and promote relaxation.

How to perform an effective dry body brushing routine

Dry brushing is always done before your shower, on clean, dry skin, without oil or lotion. This holistic ritual truly reveals its benefits when practiced with a high-quality tool.

Your best ally: the new Altesse Studio Brush, coming soon—co-created with the founders of the Trévalinet Method. Crafted in France, it embodies exceptional performance and the brushmaking expertise passed down through six generations.

Keep in mind: you should apply firm yet comfortable pressure with your body brush. A slight warmth or redness is completely normal—this simply means that blood circulation is being stimulated.

The Protocol: How to Use Your Body Brush Step by Step

By combining multiple lymphatic drainage techniques—including Renata França, Vodder, and Kobido—with traditional Chinese acupressure, theTrévalinet Method is the approach chosen by Altesse Studio unlock the full benefits of body brushing.

Step 1: Stimulate the lymph nodes

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped filtering centers that are essential for a healthy immune system. Their role is to capture toxins, cellular waste, and pathogens from lymphatic fluid.

Stimulating these nodes before brushing is key to “awakening” the lymphatic system and preparing the body for optimal flow.

Gently massage the five main lymph node areas, 5 times each, using small circular motions or light, repeated pressure with your fingers or the tip of your brush:

- the hollow of the collarbone
- under the armpits
- near the hip bones, in the lower abdomen
- the groin crease, at the top of the thigh
- behind the knees

Step 2: Dry brushing the legs

Start with the sole of the foot, then brush the top of the foot, the ankle, and move upward along the calf.
Proceed to the knee, brushing from the sides toward the back, then continue along the thigh with upward strokes toward the groin.
To finish, hold the brush vertically and sweep the entire length of the leg, from foot to groin on both the front and the back.

Step 3: Dry brushing the stomach

Divide the stomach into two zones: above and below the navel.
Brush the lower zone horizontally, working from top to bottom and directing the movements toward the iliac lymph nodes.
Then, hold the brush vertically and brush the upper zone on each side, moving upward toward the armpits.

Step 4: Dry brushing the arms

Start horizontally by gently brushing the top and underside of the hand, then move upward along the forearm, covering both the front and back.
Continue from the elbow to the shoulder using long, upward strokes.
Finish by holding the brush vertically and brushing the entire arm from the hand to the shoulder.