How to Get Rid of Ugly Stretch Marks in Four Weeks

Pregnancy can cause stretch marks.

It's disappointing to find stretch marks on your body, but the appearance of stretch marks can be reduced. The best results come with early intervention. Laser therapy provides good results, but it can be expensive. Self-tanning products can help to conceal the appearance of stretch marks, but they won't eliminate them. Massage that is designed to increase circulation, combined with topical creams, can help reduce ugly stretch marks in just four weeks.

Things You'll Need

• Vitamin E oil
• Sweet almond oil
• Pure, unprocessed shea butter

Instructions

1. Rub the stretch marks with a towel to slough off a little of the top layer of skin. This is best done right after your bath or shower.

2. Rub Vitamin E and sweet almond oil on your stretch marks. Both of these products are emollients; use them in conjunction with shea butter to increase its efficiency.

3. Massage a generous amount of pure, unprocessed shea butter into your stretch marks. Massage the area for at least five minutes, or until the cream has completely penetrated your skin.

4. Massage the oils and creams into your skin at least four times a day for a minimum of five minutes.

Tips & Warnings

• Massage the cream longer or more frequently if time allows.

References

• WebMD: Stretch Marks Getting Under Your Skin?; Annabelle Robertson