How to Hide Stretch Marks with Surfer Board Shorts for Women
Stretch marks are common but not everyone is comfortable putting them on display, especially at the beach. These marks -- which occur when your skin is pulled by rapid growth or stretching -- are common in women who’ve had children, gained weight or are bodybuilders. If you have stretch marks on your rear, hips or thighs that you would like to hide, surfer board shorts can offer a fashionable solution to your problem. Does this Spark an idea?
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Coverage
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Choose shorts based on where your stretch marks are, as shorts come in varying lengths. Try the shorts on before purchasing them to ensure that they cover your stretch marks. Sit, bend and squat in front of the mirror to make sure the shorts provide adequate coverage when you move.
Activity
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Purchase long shorts if you plan to be active. Ensure they extend beyond the lowest point of your stretch marks by one or two inches. Long shorts also prevent chafing on your legs, notes “Sister Surfer” authors Kia Afcari and Mary Osborne.
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Buying Online
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Utilize a sizing chart if you are purchasing board shorts online because sizing among different brands varies. Know your waist size and the inseam you desire. The inseam is the measurement from just below your crotch to where the shorts will end. Be familiar with the retailer's return policy, in case you find that the shorts don't provide adequate coverage for your stretch marks.
Tanning
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Cover your legs with self-tanner one day prior to donning your new shorts. Self-tanner is a great option for diminishing the appearance of stretch marks that may peek out from under your shorts, especially if your stretch marks are light. Even if you have darker stretch marks, tanning still helps lessen the contrast.
Risk
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Your risk for having stretch marks increases if you use steroid-containing ointments or creams like hydrocortisone for longer than a couple of weeks and if you take high oral doses of corticosteroids for several months. Fortunately, no matter what the cause, stretch marks usually fade over time.
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