Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes: Small vs. Large & Which One to Choose

Originally Published January 2024 - Updated August 2026

If you're considering the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes, you may be wondering whether you need the Small Brush, the Large Brush, or both.

At Heaven on Earth, I only sell the Combination Set. In my experience, most people are purchasing the brushes primarily to use on their face, and the Cecily Braden facial protocol is designed to use both brushes. The Large Brush is used on the chest, neck, jawline and forehead, while the Small Brush is used for the more delicate areas around the mouth, cheeks and eyes. Without both brushes, you aren't able to follow the complete facial protocol as it was designed.

As an esthetician, I've worked with lymphatic techniques for years, and the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes are the ones I recommend to my guests at Heaven on Earth in Aspen.

What is Lymphatic Brushing?

Lymphatic brushing is a gentle technique designed to stimulate lymphatic flow just beneath the surface of the skin. Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system doesn't have a pump like the heart to keep fluid moving. Instead, it relies on movement, muscle contractions and other forms of gentle stimulation.

Using a lymphatic brush with light, intentional strokes helps encourage this natural movement. On the face, lymphatic brushing is especially popular for helping reduce the appearance of puffiness and supporting healthy-looking, more radiant skin.

The key is gentle pressure. The lymphatic vessels you're targeting are superficial, so pressing harder isn't better. The Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush was specifically designed with a unique bristle pattern and density to gently grip the skin and target the superficial lymphatic vessels just beneath it.

Before you begin: Watch my 3 Things to Do Before Lymphatic Brushing video.

Which Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush Do You Need? 

The Cecily Braden facial lymphatic brushing protocol uses both the Large and Small Brushes. Each brush is designed for different areas of the face, neck and chest, which is why I only sell them as the Combination Set at Heaven on Earth.

The Large Brush is used on the chest, neck, jawline and forehead. It can also be used on the body, including the arms, legs and torso.

The Small Brush is used for the more delicate and contoured areas of the face, including around the eyes and mouth and across the cheeks.

If you're mainly purchasing the brushes for facial lymphatic brushing, you still need both brushes to follow the complete protocol correctly.

Want to learn how to use them? Read my complete How to Use the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes for Your Face guide.

What Makes the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush Different?

The Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush isn't the same as a traditional dry brush. Traditional dry brushing is generally more stimulating and uses firmer bristles, while lymphatic brushing requires a much lighter touch because the lymph vessels being targeted are just beneath the surface of the skin.

The Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush has a patented design featuring a unique bristle pattern and density that gently grips the skin in a precise way. When used with the proper technique, the brush is designed to target the superficial lymph vessels and stimulate lymph flow.

This is also why technique matters. More pressure isn't more effective when you're working with the lymphatic system. Gentle, intentional movements are key.

Are Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush Dupes the Same?

You may have seen less expensive lymphatic brushes on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and online marketplaces that look very similar to the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush.

But looking similar doesn't mean they're designed or constructed the same way.
The Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush has a patented design with a specific bristle pattern and density designed to target the superficial lymph vessels just beneath the skin.

That's an important distinction when comparing it with lookalike brushes.
With an imitation brush, you don't know whether the bristle pattern, density and softness have been designed to create the same type of gentle stimulation. For lymphatic brushing, those details matter.

If you want to follow the Cecily Braden lymphatic brushing protocol, I recommend using authentic Cecily Braden brushes, which are the brushes the protocol was designed around.

A More Sustainable Lymphatic Brush

Cecily has also made sustainability an important part of the brush design. The brushes are 100% vegan, and the faux wood handles and protective cases are made from recycled and recyclable materials.

The bristles are BPA-free and made from a durable, moisture-resistant material designed to withstand repeated use while maintaining their shape and softness.

These details matter when you're comparing the authentic Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes with less expensive lookalikes. You're not simply paying for the name. You're investing in the patented design, quality of the materials and a brush that's made to be used again and again.

Ready to Start Lymphatic Brushing?

If you're ready to add lymphatic brushing to your routine, I recommend the Cecily Braden Combination Set so you have both brushes needed to follow the complete facial protocol.

Each set includes access to Cecily's instructional video, which walks you through the proper brushing technique and shows you how to use both brushes correctly.

When you purchase your Combination Set from Heaven on Earth, you'll also receive complimentary access to my Lymphatic Brushing Master Class. I'll email you the link after your purchase so you can learn the technique with me and get even more from your brushes.

Shop the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush Combination Set

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I really need both Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes?
A: Yes, especially if you're purchasing them for facial lymphatic brushing. The complete facial protocol uses both brushes. The Large Brush is used on the chest, neck, jawline and forehead, while the Small Brush is used around the mouth, cheeks and eyes.

Q: Why should I buy the Combination Set instead of just the Small Brush?
A: The Small Brush alone doesn't allow you to follow the complete facial protocol. That's why I only sell the Combination Set at Heaven on Earth. You'll have both brushes you need, and you can also use the Large Brush on the body.

Q: Why is the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush more expensive than the brushes I see online?
A: The Cecily Braden brush has a patented design with a specific bristle pattern and density created to gently target the superficial lymph vessels beneath the skin. Cecily is also committed to sustainability, choosing materials that can be recycled whenever possible.

Q: How will I know how to use the brushes correctly?
A: Your set includes access to Cecily's instructional video. When you purchase your Combination Set from Heaven on Earth, you'll also receive complimentary access to my Lymphatic Brushing Master Class, which I'll email to you after your purchase.

Q: How often should I use my Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes?
A: You can use your lymphatic brushes every day if you'd like. The key is using light pressure and following the proper technique. If you're sick or feeling unwell, skip lymphatic brushing until you're feeling better.

Q: Can I use the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brushes if I have Botox or filler?**
A: Yes. Cecily's protocol says the Lymphatic Brush can be used with Botox and fillers. Use an extremely light touch and focus on areas around and below fillers, as well as areas other than the injection site.

Ready to start lymphatic brushing?

Shop the Cecily Braden Lymphatic Brush Combination Set