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Stretch Marks Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of Stretch Marks

Stretch Marks are a form of scarring which occurs as a result of rapid stretching of the skin. They initially appear as red or purple lines, and then eventually fade to a light pink or white hue. The affected area is usually very soft to the touch.

While stretch marks can appear anywhere on the body, they usually appear in locations where the body stores more fat. Common places therefore include the stomach area, breasts, arms and armpits, thighs, hips, and buttocks. In most cases, stretch marks do not pose any health risk and are mainly an annoyance.

Causes of Stretch Marks

Stretch marks are caused by rapid stretching and tearing of the skin, usually as a result of rapid growth. Common reasons include:

Puberty
Pregnancy
Rapid weight gain or obesity
Fast muscle growth due to exercise

While the scarring is permanent, a stretch mark can diminish slightly over time. Some home remedies can also be used to reduce the visual appearance of affected skin areas.

Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Stretch Marks Treatment

Stretch Marks Home Remedy Using Cocoa Butter Massages

While it is not known why, many people have found that massaging cocoa butter into skin areas affected by stretch marks can help reduce the appearance of the scars. This works particularly well for individuals with darker skin tones. A suggested remedy is to massage cocoa butter over the stretch marks once a day. The stretch marks should begin to appear lighter in about a month.

Researchers speculate that the massaging of scarred areas helps stimulate blood flow and distributes collagen evenly in the affected areas. Collagen is a protein responsible for skin strength and elasticity.

Natural Cure for Stretch Marks Using Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps reduce scar tissue on both the inside and the outside of your body. Therefore, a simple home remedy is to massage Vitamin E oil onto the stretch marks each day after showering. Many women have found this treatment to work well on stretch marks after a pregnancy, although results vary significantly.

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Reader Comments

Posted by dias on Nov 11 2008 00:44:45

i have been expecting my second child but i have stretchmarks on my stomach is it possible to get rid of them

Posted by rita on Oct 16 2008 23:14:03

i had a baby a year ago and i have been losing weight but as this is occuring the marks are really ugly looking and i have them all over my stomach from my cesearian cut to about 6 inches from my bra line. i mean horrible will they ever go away and if i continue to loose weight those marks will still be there?

Posted by Lisa LaMotte on Oct 11 2008 21:03:42

Stretch Marks dont affect just humans, they are also on whales! Once skin is scarred which is a stretch mark, they are permanent. I have tried everything and nothing gets rid of them for good. I did get my stretch marks tattood to match the skin tones and that helped hide them. All those miracle remedies out there just rip off your money! Sometimes surgeons can get rid of some of them with tummy tucks and liposuction. There is also no cure for cellulite. That is just part of being a woman. You can reduce it alot with diet and exercise! Just realize all the models in the magazines are airbrushed! My doctor told me all of this and I am qouting him.

Posted by KJ on Sep 25 2008 20:57:59

I have had stretch marks now for over 11 years and I was told by a doctor that there is nothing on the market that I could by that could remove them. He said that the damaged skin would have to be removed. Is this true?

Posted by Betsy on Aug 06 2008 21:58:03

i had a baby 5 years ago and i have some stretchmarks although their already white is it possible to rid them?

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