How to Fade Stretch Marks with Items from the Drugstore

Stretch marks are scars that appear on the skin as a result of rapid weight gain or weight loss. They are usually red or deep purple in color, but gradually fade to a translucent white or silver hue. Luckily, these unsightly marks can be reduced using some easy-to-find products at your local drugstore.

Things You'll Need

• Cocoa butter lotion or solid
• Vitamin E lotion
• Castor oil
• Hydroquinone lotion

Instructions

1. Rub a cocoa butter lotion or a solid into your stretch marks at least twice a day. A rich cocoa butter formula will go deep into your skin to restore the damaged cells and help fade the stretch marks.

2. Apply any moisturizing lotion rich in vitamin E on the stretch marks. Make sure to massage the lotion into the stretch marks deeply and thoroughly. Use it at least twice a day, in the morning and at night.

3. Massage castor oil on the stretch marks. Rub the oil into the stretch marks several times a day to lighten and fade them within a few weeks of regular use.

4. Use hydroquinone lotion as a final step to fully fade the remnants of the stretch marks. Hydroquinone is a skin bleach that is used to fade away darkened spots and all types of scars.

Tips & Warnings

• Consult a dermatologist before you begin any treatment.

• Be patient as you wait for the lotions and creams to take effect.

• Avoid all types of caffeine: soda, coffee, chocolate and tea. Caffeine actually makes stretch marks worse.

References

• Fade Stretch Marks