The Fastest & Most Effective Way to Get Rid of Stretch Marks

There are many ways to get rid of stretch marks

Stretch marks occur when your skin gets extended past its capacity. Stretch marks are a form of scarring on the skin usually associated with pregnancy, rapid weight gain or a growth spurt caused by puberty. They can appear anywhere on your body, most commonly on the stomach, arms and breasts. They can occur on both men and women and pose no serious health risk to your body. If you're unhappy with your stretch marks, you'll be glad to know there are many fast and effective ways to get rid of them.

Things You'll Need

• Stretch mark cream
• Shea butter
• Vitamin E caplets
• Vitamin A caplets
• Surgical procedures
• Coca butter
• Aloe vera

Instructions

1. Buy a fast and effective stretch mark cream. Many creams promise to reduce or eliminate your stretch marks, but only a few are actually backed by scientific research and proven successful at reducing or eliminating stretch marks. Some examples of these creams are Revitol and Trilastin, which help to improve skin elasticity and regenerate skin cells. You can start seeing results in about three weeks with regular use.

2. Try natural remedies to get rid of stretch marks. Shea butter is a natural hypoallergenic moisturizer that softens and smooths the skin to minimize the appearance of stretch marks. You can also mix oils like vitamins E and A to put on your stretch marks. Buy the vitamin caplets from your local drugstore, then prick and drain them together in a plastic container. Massage the mix on your stretch mark area at least three times a day and watch them fade away. Store the container in your refrigerator between uses.

3. Get liposuction to get rid of your stretch marks. The fastest and most effective treatment, liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes fat deposits from the skin area and therefore the stretch marks. Tummy tucks will also remove stretch marks instantly. Micro dermabrasion and laser surgery are other surgeries known to minimize or eliminate stretch marks, but they may require numerous treatments.

4. Prevent stretch marks from ever damaging your skin. The best way to get rid of stretch marks is to prevent their formation. Moisturize your skin often, especially if you are pregnant or experiencing a growth spurt. Apply lotions with cocoa butter or aloe vera, which have natural moisturizing and healing properties, several times a day to help prevent the stretch marks from forming.

Tips & Warnings

• Treat stretch marks in the early stages for best results. Drink lots of water to help your skin maintain moisture and retain elasticity.

• Due to its potential risks, surgery should be a last resort, after all other remedies have failed.

References

• Allaboutstretchmarks: Home Remedies for Stretch Marks

Resources

• University of Maryland Medical Center: Stretch Marks