Preventing Stretch Marks

Posted on: 23 Apr 2011 | Comments: 0

Author: iMensies Editors

Stretch marks may be caused when your skin experiences rapid growth, which happens when a person rapidly gains weight or when a woman goes through pregnancy. Our skin is very elastic but even the natural elasticity can not prevent over stretching when the body grows very quickly. Aside from pregnancy stretch marks may be experienced by girls at the time of puberty or when loosing weight very quickly.

When our skin is over stretched it affects the production and normal function of collagen and elastin which results in the stretch marks in various parts of the body such as bikini area, thighs, breasts, hands, stomach, hips and so on. As the skin stretches it gets thinner and uneven. Blood vessels start showing through the thin layer of skin, which results in the appearance of visible marks. Stretch marks are not unique to women and men can suffer from them as well.

For pregnant women, stretch marks may become visible on the abdomen during the second half of their pregnancy. Mother's body experience rapid change and the skin has to stretch to accommodate the growing child. Your collagen strength may influence the appearance and the intensity of the stretch marks. Weaker collagen will produce marks that are more visible. The color of the skin may play a role too.

Simple remedies to prevent or reduce stretch

Collagen and cocoa butter creams
Olive oil and oils containing vitamin E. One recipe you could use may consist of a mixture of half a cup of virgin oil, 1/4 cup aloe Vera gel mixed with liquid vitamins E and A.
Maintaining a healthy diet with plenty of protein and vitamins C and E, which will help your skin tissues to grow.
Applying mixtures of various oils such as sweet almond, jojoba, avocado mixed with few drops of chamomile or lavender.
Cosmetic surgery and laser treatments can help remove stretch marks, but consult with your doctor if this is a right option for you.

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