After you gain or lose weight, stretch marks can appear.Tiger stripes are usually harmless and can make you feel self-conscious.There are things you can do to make stretch marks less noticeable.It's possible to prevent stretch marks if you maintain a healthy weight and take care of your skin.
Step 1: New stretch marks can be treated with stretch mark creams or lotions.
There are many commercial products that claim to reduce the appearance of stretch marks.Although they haven't been proven to work on mature stretch marks, they may have an effect on new stretchmarks.You can find stretch mark creams at discount stores.It is possible to improve the size and color of stretch marks by using products with hyaluronic acid.If you've had stretch marks for a long time, they won't respond to these creams.Commercial creams and lotions are not likely to help you with your stretch marks.
Step 2: Makeup or self-tanning can be used to cover up stretch marks.
Self-tanning may help make stretch marks look less obvious because they don't tan in the sun or in a traditional tanning bed.You can use body makeup, which is usually waterproof, to cover up stretch marks if that part of your skin will be visible, such as when you're wearing a swimsuit.If you're going to be spending a lot of time in a pool, body makeup will likely wash off.If you want to tan, use a tanning bed or the sun.It can cause more damage to your skin and make stretch marks more obvious.
Step 3: Cocoa butter is good for your skin.
There is no proof that using cocoa butter on your stretch marks reduces their appearance.It can make your skin look better and make you feel better about the stretch marks.To apply the lotion to your skin, follow the directions on the bottle.Massaging the lotion might help.
Step 4: It's important to maintain a stable healthy weight.
Gaining and losing weight quickly because of a baby may be unavoidable, but other weight fluctuations can be more manageable.If you need to lose weight, talk to your doctor about your ideal weight and create a plan.You have to exercise for at least 30 minutes a day.You should do some resistance exercises at least 2 or 3 days a week and go for a brisk walk.You should eat a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables.If you're trying to develop a new diet, you should talk to a nutritionist.You can use the apps on your phone to make good nutrition choices.
Step 5: If you anticipate stretch marks, use products containing centella asiatica or hyaluronic acid.
Centella asiatica stimulates the production of fibroblasts in your skin.Hyaluronic acid is produced by your skin.As you get older, your skin reduces the production of hyaluronic acid.Clinical trials show that centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid can be effective at preventing additional stretch marks.Before stretch marks appear, it's best to use these products.They don't do anything for existing stretch marks.If you're pregnant, you might use these products on your abdomen and breasts, where stretch marks are most likely to appear.Products with hyaluronic acid can be found in discount stores, as well as online.You can find centella asiatica in the wound care section of your pharmacy.
Step 6: Almond oil can be used to massage your skin.
Almond oil can be found at health food stores.The brand is unimportant.If you have stretch marks on your skin, apply almond oil liberally to it, then massage it for 15 minutes.stretch marks can be prevented with this.The preventative value of this treatment may be related to the massage itself.You can try other oils if you're allergic to almonds.
Step 7: Don't forget to drink lots of water to keep your skin hydrated.
Your skin will suffer if you are dehydrated.Your skin might be more prone to developing stretch marks if it is dry and not as flexible.Men should drink at least 15 cups of water a day, while women should only drink 11 cups.Depending on your height and weight and how active you are throughout the day, different people have different hydration needs.You need to drink more water if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.You can tell if you're hydrated by the color of your urine.Dehydrating is caused by your consumption of alcohol and caffeine.You need to drink more water to stay hydrated when you drink alcoholic beverages.
Step 8: If you have stretch marks, see your doctor.
Your doctor may be able to recommend an effective treatment if you worry about your stretch marks.Tell your doctor how long you've had stretch marks, what the likely cause is, and what you expect from treatment.If your stretch marks are uncomfortable, you might need medical treatment.
Step 9: If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, seek medical approval for treatments.
The appearance of stretch marks can be harmed by many treatments.Your doctor can tell you if the treatment is safe.Babies can be harmed by retinoids.Treatments are only available by prescription.Your doctor won't prescribe them if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.Ask your doctor about over-the-counter treatments.Centella asiatica is potentially harmful to your baby.
Step 10: If you have large, dark stretch marks, get tested for Cushing's syndrome.
Large, dark stretch marks can be a symptom of Cushing's syndrome, a condition caused by having too much cortisol.If you haven't recently experienced rapid weight loss or gain, or if you have any of the following symptoms, this is likely.
Step 11: Ask your doctor if you have a retinoid prescription.
New stretch marks can be treated with retinoid creams because they boost elastin and collagen production.Your doctor will write a prescription for the cream and you will apply it to your stretch marks at home for 16 weeks.Read the instructions carefully.It is possible to make your skin more sensitive to the sun with retinoid creams.Don't expose the area to the sun during the treatment period.
Step 12: Refer a patient to a dermatologist for more aggressive treatment.
Several different procedures can make your stretch marks look less noticeable, although they likely won't get rid of them completely.If you have stretch marks, a board-certified dermatologist can recommend a procedure that would work best for you.Chemical peel removes top layer of damaged skin; encourages skin regeneration Laser therapy smooths stretch marks; typically requires several treatments
Step 13: If you want to have stretch marks removed, talk to a plastic surgeon.
Plastic surgery is the only way to permanently remove stretch marks.Only stretch marks located on the skin that has been removed will go away.Laser surgery can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks.If you were previously pregnant, your plastic surgeon may recommend several procedures at the same time.The packages are called a "mommy makeover."