How to Make a Paraben Free Stretch Mark Cream

Pregnancy and rapid weight gain are the two main culprits for stretch marks. Although there are a lot of stretch mark creams out there, they are often expensive, ill effective and contain dangerous parabens. Making your own stretch mark cream takes just a few minutes and is expensive. What's more, it's paraben free which eliminates any cancer risk associated with its use.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Opaque container with air tight lid
• Large mixing bowl
• Aloe vera plant
• Olive oil
• Vitamin E capsules
• Vitamin A capsules

1. In a bowl, collect the gel from the aloe vera plants. To get the most from your plant (you'll need about 4 shoots' worth), use a paring knife and slice down their middle. Then, using a spoon, scrape along the inside to get as much out as possible.
   
   Alternatively, if you're pushed for time, you can visit your local natural health food shop to pick up about a quarter cup of prepared aloe vera gels.

2. Now, cut open 4 vitamin A and 2 vitamin E capsules over the top of the mixing bowl. You might find it easier to pierce them with a sharp instrument, such as a needle or the edge of a safety pin. But - if you choose this option - please ensure that your implement has been sterilized.

3. Add approximately 1/2 cup of olive oil to your stretch mark cream mix. This should be mixed thoroughly and have an even, smooth consistency.

4. Put stretch mark cream mix into a sealable air tight container and refrigerate.

Tips & Warnings

• Your stretch mark cream will last for approximately 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
• Apply cream twice a day, every day to get the best results.

[makaksa]

on 11/15/2009 This sounds easy to make and certainly worth the effort!

[each1teach1]

on 11/15/2009 Interesting. Thanks for the info. 5 stars