How To Get Rid Of Strech Marks
Stretch marks are coloured lines on the skin that occur because of sudden weight gain, and sometimes weight loss. The marks can be annoying, especially if they occur where people can easily see them. Fortunately, there are simple solutions for getting rid of stretch marks.
Getting Rid of Red Stretch Marks
Stretch marks often begin as red or purple marks then fade to silver or white. The red ones are easy to treat as the skin is still tender and can respond to treatments that enhance collagen production. In such a case, one is better off with natural home remedies. Some of these are: Aloe Vera: It has incredible healing properties. To remove stretch marks, one should apply the fresh gel from the leaves on the marks. One then washes it off with lukewarm water after 20-30 minutes to remove dead skins. Apricot oil: Apricots have excellent exfoliating properties; hence they are very effective in getting rid of stretch marks. Massaging the oil on the skin together with lemon juice, improves the results. One should rinse off with warm water after 20 minutes. Cocoa butter: It is the best for pregnancy stretch marks. One should massage the skin with the butter at night during and after pregnancy for the best result. Cucumber and lemon juice: One should mix the two and apply on the marks then rinse off with water after 10-15 minutes. The acidity of lemon juice helps in healing and reducing the scars. Cucumber juice, on the other hand, has a cooling effect on the skin. The above natural home-based remedies take time to provide significant results. One should use them religiously before shifting to other remedies. Also, since they do not have side effects, it is possible to use two or more methods.
Getting Rid of White Stretch Marks
As stretch marks become older, the blood vessels become narrower, making stimulating collagen production harder. The marks become white and harder to treat, especially with natural remedies. However, there are still ways one can use to help them heal faster and naturally. Exfoliation: Regular exfoliation is the simplest way to treat old stretch marks. Its main objective is to remove dead skin from the affected area. For best results, one should combine it with other forms of treatment. In such a case, exfoliation makes it easy for the treatments to work faster by making the skin easier to penetrate. Microdermabrasion: This is a painless procedure in which tiny exfoliating crystals are sprayed on the affected area. A wand-like device is then used to remove the dead skin from the epidermis layer, leaving the skin tight and dry. Depending on the severity of the stretch marks, one might need several procedures to see a significant change.Microneedling: It involves the use of tiny needles to stimulate the dermis to trigger collagen production. It works faster than microdermabrasion, especially for people with a darker skin tone. Topical treatments: Most of them are available over-the-counter, as wells as a prescription. However, many topical treatments only lighten the stretch marks' tone but do not remove them. Additionally, one should discuss the possible risks with a professional dermatologist.
