How to Treat Stretch Marks With Emu Oil

Stretch marks are caused by excessive stretching of the skin, which causes miniscule tears in the top two layers of the skin. Emu oil helpful in healing stretch marks in both men and women. Because emu oil penetrates deeply into the layers of the skin, it not only helps to heal new stretch marks, but in some cases, can fade and heal older marks as well.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

1. Massage some emu oil lotion into the stretch marks every day after a shower or bath. Apply the lotion rubbing gently in a circular motion until the lotion is completely absorbed. Using emu oil lotion after a shower or bath is very effective because the skin is warm and moist and the lotion absorbs quickly, and you can use it anytime you like.

2. Rub a few drops of pure emu oil into the stretch marks once or twice every day. Emu oil is very concentrated and absorbs quickly into the skin. If your skin feels greasy after applying emu oil, that means you've used too much.

3. Drop a very small amount of emu oil into the running bath water, and sit back and relax in the healing oils for at least 10 minutes. Soaking in an emu oil bath will help to heal stretch marks and will also relax tired muscles and ease stiff joints.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to drink plenty of water, which will keep your skin hydrated and help nutrients to get to the skin cells.