Stretch marks typically occur during puberty, after rapid weight changes, or duringpregnancy.
Talk with your healthcare provider about treatment options and your expectations about them.
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Natural Remedies for Stretch Marks
There’s no miracle cure forstretch marks.
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It’s less clear whether individual ingredients offer benefits.
It works by helping speed up skin cell turnover andcollagenproduction.
Some products combine it with vitamin C and alpha hydroxy acid (AHA).
People who are pregnant should not use retinol.
Hyaluronic acid can be used to treat stretch marks.
While the results are promising, larger studies of gotu kola are needed.
It may work similarly tomicrodermabrasion, a medical procedure that exfoliates the skin and potentially treats stretch marks.
Sugar’s tiny crystals can help gently remove dead skin cells, revealing a smoother complexion.
Some dermatology providers suggest it can help to improve blood flow and healing.
Aloe Vera
Aloe verais a natural skin treatment for burns, wounds, and allergic reactions.
Its skin-healing properties may also help with stretch marks.
This may make stretch marks less noticeable and possibly prevent new ones from forming.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasionis one of the least invasive procedures for stretch marks.
It uses a tool to gently exfoliate the skin to encourage skin cell turnover and promote healing.
This procedure can make the skin appear brighter, smoother, and more even.
A healthcare provider may use this strategy with a chemical peel to improve exfoliation.
They’ve long been identified as helpful to prevent scars and promote skin healing.
When used together, the microneedling shows promise in treating stretch marks.
This prompts the development of collagen and eventual skin renewal.
Chemical Peel
Achemical peelis a treatment that safely uses chemical acids to exfoliate the top layer of skin.
To get the best results, it’s recommended to apply the cream every night for several months.
This is when they are most susceptible to treatment.
They will fade and become paler with time.
If they are problematic, it is worth consulting a dermatologist.
Who Gets Stretch Marks and Why?
Anyone can get stretch marks, but some people may be more likely to develop them.
Outlook
Stretch marks won’t disappear completely, but they may fade in appearance.
Research shows that most stretch mark treatments are more effective when used early in development.
Keep in mind that there are no one-size-fits-all treatments.
What works for one person may differ from your most effective treatment.
While there’s no cure for stretch marks, some may fade over time.
Various natural and medical treatment options are available to help lessen their appearance.
Research suggests that prescription retinol tretinoin, radiofrequency, and laser treatments may be among the most effective treatments.
A healthcare provider can help determine which therapies are suitable for you.
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