dry brushing noun2 •A skincare treatment that consists of scrubbing dry skin with a hard bristled brush.Dry brushing is an excellent way to cleanse the pores and remove foreign substances. — 2014 •A painting technique that involves stroking lightly with a minimally loaded brush to create a textured look.The use of dry brushing was certainly widespread in Italian rural church decoration by the nineteenth century, where it was employed mainly for reasons of economy. — 1996