Stretch Mark Remover

Many people experience stretch marks, especially if they experience rapid weight gain or other kinds of growth spurts. They are common among pregnant women, bodybuilders, teenagers who are growing rapidly, and anybody who gains too much weight too quickly. Although stretch marks do not affect everyone who experiences these situations, they do occur quite frequently. Although not dangerous or unhealthy, they do have a rather unsightly appearance. When stretch marks first appear, they are usually darker in color than the surrounding skin, often with a reddish or purplish appearance. However, over time stretch marks generally fade to a silvery white color, just as is the case with other types of scarring. Stretch marks occur because the skin is stretched further and quicker than it can tolerate, and as a result, there is breakage among the skin's fibers. These scars are permanent, unless efforts are taken to remove the stretch marks or at least reduce their appearance. Stretch marks can form anywhere, but they are most common in areas where the body naturally stores fat, such as the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, lower back, and upper arms.

Preventing Stretch Marks  

Although a person's genetic makeup often plays a large part in whether a person is prone to getting stretch marks, there are some things one can do to help avoid them. Keeping a constant weight level is the most effective method of avoiding stretch marks, since it is weight gain and growth that causes the stretching of the skin and the subsequent scars. Using moisturizers, vitamins, natural extracts and massage techniques are also commonly used to help the skin stay supple, which can help prevent the tearing of the skin's fibers. However, although these methods often help, they cannot be counted on to prevent stretch marks entirely.

Stretch Mark Removal Methods 

There are numerous methods that people use when trying to remove stretch marks. Some of the natural methods include using lotions, creams, and diet supplements that are designed to help the skin rejuvenate and repair itself. While these techniques can generally help to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, they are not as effective as other methods. However, these methods are non-invasive and can do a lot to improve the condition of the skin. Laser techniques are also commonly used to remove stretch marks. Using laser techniques, the affected skin can be removed and new skin forms to replace it. Dermabrasion, blue light therapy, and chemical peel techniques are also commonly used, although these are often most effective on newly formed stretch marks. Surgical methods are also quite effective for removing stretch marks, especially when the surgical procedure removes the affected skin entirely. This is often the case with "tummy tuck" surgeries, since the skin below the naval is removed during the procedure, taking the stretch marks with it. Of course, surgical techniques are more expensive than other methods, and have a longer recovery time. Most people tend to try the less invasive methods of removal first, relying on surgical methods as a last resort.