The best dry massage brushes for 2022

Mechanical impact on the body with the help of hands or the use of special devices has a positive effect on the health, well-being of a person and the skin. To get positive results from massage, it is not necessary to constantly visit massage rooms; for this, a small helper in the form of a brush for dry massage is enough.

From this article you will learn:

• what is the brush for?
• about the benefits and harms of massage;
• how to massage properly
• how to choose the right brush;
• about the best brushes that are presented in the review.

Basic information about dry massage brushes

Answers to basic questions:

1. What is the brush for?
   The drainage brush is one of the many massage tools. Its distinguishing characteristic is its low cost and the possibility of using it at home.
2. How else can you use a drainage brush?
   The brush can be used as a "washcloth". But, carefully read the rules of use, as not every brush is designed for use in water.
3. What parts of the body should not be massaged?
   Avoid the area of ​​the lymph nodes: chest, inner thighs, groin, as well as the area under the armpits and knees.
4. Can you use a facial brush?
   The drainage brush can be used to massage the face. Only the bristles should be made of natural pile of low stiffness.

Benefits, harms, contraindications and rules

Benefits of brush massage

Brush massage has a positive effect:

• to the circulatory system.The intensity of the reducing and oxidizing process improves at elevated temperatures, and that is when the opening of the capillaries occurs. And massage movements, just, contribute to an increase in the temperature of the massaged area. It also improves venous blood supply due to increased blood pressure during massage. In the blood, the number of erythrocytes, platelets and leukocytes increases.
• to the lymphatic system. Mechanical action on the skin accelerates the flow of lymph, dilates the lymphatic vessels and helps in emptying the lymphatic vessels.
• Immune system. A positive effect on the circulatory and lymphatic system also has a good effect on strengthening the immune system.
• nervous system. Massage relieves nervous tension, relaxes the body and energizes.
• Skin condition. The effect on the skin has an exfoliating effect - the skin becomes soft and smooth. Also, mechanical cleaning will help get rid of ingrown hairs and reduce swelling.
• The work of the sebaceous glands. Massage improves the functioning of the sebaceous glands, due to the cleansing of polluted pores.
• Muscle tone. The brush stimulates the nerve endings, causing the muscle fibers to move.
• Protects the skin from the appearance of cellulite, thanks to the stimulation of blood circulation, and also tightens the skin, making it more elastic.

Harm and contraindications

Therapeutic dry massage is strictly prohibited if there is:

• varicose veins, burns and thrombosis;
• eczema, urticaria and other dermatological diseases;
• skin sensitivity and tendency to irritation and allergic reactions;
• inflammatory, vegetative and mental diseases;
• wounds and abrasions on the skin;
• excessive dryness of the skin and inflammation of the lymph nodes;
• tumors and alcohol intoxication;
• also forbidden to women during pregnancy, and some period after childbirth.

How to use the brush correctly and how often should it be used?

In order to achieve good results and exclude possible harm, you should use the correct massage technique:

1. Massage movements must always be performed along the movement of the lymph - from the bottom up. You should start with the feet, moving higher. Brush strokes are slow and long. Do not press hard on the skin - this can lead to redness and irritation.
2. Next is the turn of the hands. With light slow movements, move from the hand to the shoulders.
3. The next area is the stomach. Massage technique changes: move in a circular motion clockwise.
4. Massage of the buttocks is performed in a circular motion, massage lines - from the middle to the sides.
5. Next, massage the back with movements from the bottom up, and the neck massage is performed from the top down.

After the procedure, burning and itching may appear - this is a normal skin reaction to an external irritant, which usually disappears within 10 minutes. If after 10 minutes the itching and burning did not go away, it means that there was a strong pressure with the brush during the massage. It is necessary to soothe the skin with a cream and do not use scrubs, washcloths, and also refuse massage for several days.

Massage can be done daily or every other day, starting from 3 minutes. The maximum duration should not exceed more than 30 minutes, so as not to harm the skin. Owners of thin skin should gradually accustom it to the brush. A couple of times a week will suffice.

Massage rules

There is no preparation for dry massage. The main thing is dry skin, as well as a dry brush.After the massage, you should take a shower, you can contrast, in order to cleanse the skin of keratinized skin. To restore the water balance in the body, you need to drink a glass of water, you can with lemon. Also, after the massage, the skin needs to be moisturized. You can use a regular cream with the addition of citrus oils or a special anti-cellulite cream.

Which drainage brush to buy?

Drainage brush bristles are made from natural and synthetic fibers. For beginners or people with sensitive skin, natural soft bristles are suitable. Hard bristles are suitable for more intensive massage and for "advanced" users.

Rating of quality brushes for massage

7th place - Shower-massage brush (article 090319)

Country of manufacture: Spain

The brush, made of rubber and rubber, perfectly massages problem areas, removes dead cells and copes with pollution. A feature of the brush is its high efficiency in cleaning dirt without the use of gel and liquid soap.

Accessories can be purchased in emerald, pink and blue. The cost of the brush is 990 rubles.

• possibility of use in water;
• good cleaning ability without soap.

• inconvenient to use due to the lack of a handle.

6th place - Biothal Drainage Brush Dry Massage

The body of the brush is made of natural wood, and the bristles are made of natural Mexican cactus fibers. The high stiffness of the bristles has an intense effect on the skin.

The product has an oval shape and has a hand loop for easy use.

Cost: 1 390 rubles.

• natural body materials and bristles;
• the presence of a loop for the handle.

• not detected.

5th place - Electric massage brush Bradex

The electric brush is designed for massaging during water treatments. There are 5 nozzles in the kit that can be used for different procedures:

• nozzles pumice, washcloth and with a foam layer;
• massage attachment and cleansing attachment.

The brush has a special container where you can add shower gel, liquid soap or massage oil. The waterproof device is powered by 3 AA batteries.

The cost is 1,270 rubles.

• comfortable, long handle;
• water resistance;
• container for liquid soap, gel or oil;
• availability of 5 different nozzles.

• no.

4th place - Likato

Likato is an Italian brand that manufactures professional cosmetics for skin and hair care.

The brush from Likato has a high build quality, natural wood is used to make the body. The bristles are made from Mexican cactus, and special protection is provided against hair loss.

The accessory has a length of 39 cm, of which 24 cm is a handle, and a width of 8 cm. A loop is provided for storing the brush, you can also leave it in the original case, which is protected from water.

The cost of Likato is 1,490 rubles.

• quality assembly;
• use of natural materials;
• acceptable cost;
• convenient size;
• waterproof cover;
• Has a loop for storage.

• no.

3rd place - Gloys brushes

Country of origin: Russia

Brushes from Gloys are manufactured on modern equipment and are of high quality, which is controlled by specialists in this field. Particular attention is paid to the storage of the product. Since the body and handle of the brushes are made of natural wood, it is very important to maintain a certain humidity and temperature.

Gloys made sure that every customer can find their product. The company has created a series of drainage brushes that differ in stiffness and bristle composition, as well as compact options that do not take up much space on the road.

Brush Care: Gloys are of high build quality as well as high quality materials, but improper consumer care can compromise the integrity of the product.

Manufacturers strongly recommend avoiding contact with water when using a brush. If for some reason water still got in, then the brush must be dried at room temperature. The use of heating appliances and sunlight is strictly prohibited, as this drying method can also lead to cracking of the wooden surface. You can clean the bristles with an antibacterial wipe or using a wrung out wipe.

SOFT

The brush, with dimensions of 39 x 7 x 4.5 cm, has 3 degrees of hardness out of 5. The dimensions of the product allow you to cover a large area of ​​​​the skin, and the length of the handle makes it possible to reach your back without discomfort, and eliminates the need to bend down when massaging the legs.

The body and handle are made of beech, and the bristles are made of boar hair. SOFT with natural bristles, suitable for gentle massage of dry and sensitive skin, as well as such delicate areas as the face, chest and décolleté.

You can store the brush both in the original box and hanging it by the loop, which, if not needed, can be untied and removed. On the box there are rules for brush care and massage.

A drainage brush can be purchased at a price of 1,090 rubles.

• densely packed bristles;
• optimal size for use in hard-to-reach places;
• carefully and carefully take care of the skin;
• natural bristle material.

• not found.

SOFT MINI

The bristles of SOFT MINI, as well as the older version, consist of a boar and have a 3 degree of rigidity. But as a material for the manufacture of the handle and body, they took birch. The dimensions of the product are 30 x 6 x 4 cm, and the average price is about 590 rubles.

• compact size;
• natural bristles;
• good price.

• missing.

This product of the drainage brush series has an even larger size - 39 x 7 x 4.5 cm, which means that it can cover the massage area even more and is more comfortable to use when treating the back. INTENSE designed for intensive massage has 4 degrees of hardness. The body and handle are made of beech, and the bristles are made of artificial, durable, thermoplastic tampico fiber. In addition, tampico has zero allergenicity.

INTENSE can be purchased for 770 rubles.

• big size;
• brush with synthetic bristles is durable and hypoallergenic;
• acceptable cost.

• no.

INTENSE PLUS

INTENSE PLUS is an upgraded version that has a larger bristle area for a more intense massage. The bristles are also made of polypropylene (aka tampico), and the body with a beech handle. The brush has a slightly larger size - 39 x 8 x 4.5 cm.

The cost of INTENSE PLUS is 850 rubles.

• large bristle area;
• good quality;
• optimal price and size.

• not found.

CACTUS

Of the series of drainage brushes from Gloys, CACTUS ranks first in terms of massage intensity. For the manufacture of bristles, a hypoallergenic material of the 5th degree of rigidity was used - a cactus. Beech was used as wood for the body. Product dimensions are 39 x 7 x 4.5 cm.

The cost of the brush is 1,090 rubles.

• high degree of rigidity for a more intense massage;
• natural fiber;
• convenient sizes.

• not found.

CACTUS MINI

The compact version also has a high massage intensity thanks to the hypoallergenic cactus fiber bristles and 5 degrees of hardness. The brush differs in the material from which the body is made and in size. The body is made of birch wood, and the dimensions are 30 x 6 x 4 cm.

The price of CACTUS MINI with a discount is 520 rubles, without - 590 rubles.

• small size;
• hypoallergenic, high-quality bristles;
• good value.

• no.

2nd place - Brushes from Rento Tammer-Tukku

Rento Tammer-Tukku is a company from Finland, whose history began in the middle of the 20th century. The company manufactures almost 15,000 items of goods that are of high build quality and materials used.

Rento Tammer-Tukku for washing and massage (article 230002)

Round brush from Rento Tammer-Tukku, with a diameter of 9.5 cm, is suitable for use as a massager for dry massage, and for washing the body using gel or soap. The body of the product is made of bamboo and natural bristles.The bristles are additionally treated with bamboo oil.

The cost is 680 rubles.

• possibility of use in water;
• natural materials;
• bristles treated with bamboo oil.

• not found.

Rento Tammer-Tukku for massage and washing (article 223831)

Another representative of brushes that are perfect for use during water procedures, as well as for dry massage. The brush is made of natural bristles treated with bamboo oil and bamboo wood. The accessory is very convenient to use due to the presence of a handle.

The total length of the brush is 41 cm, and the cost is 750 rubles.

• convenient to use;
• high-quality and natural materials;
• possibility of use in water;
• the presence of a loop.

• not detected.

1st place - Brushes from Redecker

Redecker are the best manufacturers of dry massage brushes that make a quality and natural product.

Redecker is a German company that has been developing and manufacturing brushes for 80 years. The main difference between Redecker and many other companies is the use of only environmentally friendly natural materials and the manual production of the product.

Redecker massage anti-cellulite (article 700000)

The brush from Redecker is extremely different from the products presented in this rating. The difference lies not only in the manual work, the naturalness of the product, but also in the use of large wooden cloves as a massage element instead of the already familiar bristles.

Redecker is designed for an intensive fight against the appearance of cellulite.A good effect is possible just thanks to the large massage elements made of maple wood. Beech wood treated with wax is used as a material for the body.

The brush has compact dimensions - 4.5 x 13.5 x 7 cm and light weight - 126 g. The accessory is made without a handle, so for ease of use, manufacturers have added a cotton strap.

The price of the brush is 2,390 rubles.

• ergonomic shape;
• excellent characteristics;
• natural materials;
• handmade;
• compact size and light weight;
• the presence of a cotton strap.

• not found.

Redecker massage anti-cellulite WELLFIT (article 602743)

WELLFIT is the perfect combination of soft ponytail fibers and tough tempiko fibers. The heat resistance and thermoplasticity of tempiko, as well as the elasticity, high content of keratin and resistance to acids of horse hair, allow using the brush in water, using soap and gel without fear of possible deformation.

WELLFIT has another feature - a removable handle. The brush can be used both with a long curved handle for back massage, and only the part with bristles, which has a strap handle.

The length of the accessory is 44.5 cm, the price is 3,000 rubles.

• a combination of hard and soft natural fibers;
• removable large handle;
• convenient use;
• high quality.

• no.

Redecker massage (article V28309)

The body of the brush is made of oiled beech wood, and the bristles are made of soft natural wool, which ensures gentle skin care.Like the previous model, there is no handle here, but there is an attached cotton strap. The oval-shaped accessory has compact dimensions - 13.5 x 8 x 4 cm and low weight - 134 g.

The cost of the product is 1,950 rubles.

• compactness and high quality;
• Cotton strap for comfortable use.

• not detected.

Redecker massage for children (article 071009)

The baby brush is very convenient to use due to its oval shape, low weight - 53 g and small dimensions - 3 x 9.5 x 5 cm. The body material is beech wood treated with wax, and the bristles are made of natural, hypoallergenic material. The soft bristles are very gentle on baby's skin.

The cost of the brush is 950 rubles.

• low cost and hypoallergenic;
• soft bristles and natural materials;
• convenient to use;
• small dimensions.

• no.

Conclusion

The review presented the best dry massage brushes that meet the main consumer selection criteria, namely:

• acceptable cost;
• high build quality and materials;
• ease of use.

Based on your own preferences and our help, you can easily choose the best option for you.