Your Options on Getting Rid of Stretch Marks

by Article Poster on July 13, 2009

Stretch marks are one of people’s biggest concerns when it comes to changes in appearance especially in women. Stretch marks occurs because of heredity, obesity, pregnancy, and sudden growth spurts. It could appear in any part of the body, the most common of which are the upper thighs, the waist, the buttocks, under the arms, the chest, and the stomach.

But we don’t have to worry too much now on stretch marks as there are already lots of ways to get rid of it. One way to fully eliminate stretch marks is through surgery.  But if you are afraid and don’t want to undergo surgery, at least there are a lot of ways to enhance one’s stretch marks appearance.

Here are some ways on how to get rid of stretch marks

Body Brush

If your stretch marks are still new you can try to use a body brush of loofah when taking a bath. As you scrub the brush, the affected skin would loosen and the dead skin will eventually be removed thus allowing new skin to surface. It wouldn’e totally remove the stretch marks but it can greatly enhance the appearance.

Lotions and Creams

You can buy over the counter lotions, oils and creams to help you get rid of stretch marks. In some cases, these could help reduce the severity of your stretch marks. Also ask your dermatologist as to what cream would be best for you to use, creams with Retin-A. There are a lot of creams available nowadays to help you get rid of your ugly scars, there are even free samples out there. But always bear in mind though that if you are pregnant you shouldn’t use anything unless you have consulted your physician.

Laser Surgery

Laser Surgery is the most definitive way to totally get rid of stretch marks permanently today. A recent discovery also involves a surgical laser treatment which can render the stretch marks, as well as your skin, more pliable. It’s comforting to know that these new laser surgeries are almost, if not totally, painless.

There are a lot ways to help us get rid of stretch marks and no matter what method you choose always remember that it is better to be sure on the means we are choosing.

 

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