By Karin Manning
Did you know that it is said that 75-90 percent of all pregnant women develop stretch marks when pregnant? Apart from all the other factors that pregnant women may have to look forward to - like weight gain, fatigue, morning sickness, back aches and getting up all night to go to the toilet - stretch marks are a very real possibility for every pregnant women.
Stretch marks can occur on the breasts, abdomen, arms and legs and are most likely to appear during the sixth or seven month of your pregnancy. Whether you are likely to get stretch marks during pregnancy depends on the amount of your weight gain, your genes, your homes and what you have done to prevent stretch marks during the pregnancy.
There are many things you can do - including home remedies for stretch mark prevention - to lower the chance of you getting stretch marks when pregnant.
Here are some simple ways to prevent stretch marks during pregnancy:
1. Drink plenty of water during pregnancy. Though this may have the downside of meaning that you are constantly on the toilet, by keeping your body hydrated you are also keeping your skin hydrated.
2. Eat plenty of fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, healthy oils and low fat foods. Vitamins that are particularly great contributors to the appearance of the quality of your skin are Vitamins C, E, A and zinc - though foods rich in Vitamin A are best avoided during pregnancy.
3. Try not to gain too much weight during pregnancy. If you have a more steady weight gain your skin will stretch slowly and naturally thus lessening the chances of having stretch marks.
4. Increase circulation to the areas prone to stretch marks - abdomen, arms, legs, breasts for example - by using a body brush or a wash cloth to gently massage those areas.
5. Make sure your diet is balanced and nutritional. If you believe your diet could be improved then be sure to take vitamins which are critical for your overall wellbeing and that of your baby but also your skin, hair and teeth.
6. Make sure your skin is moisturized throughout your pregnancy but also after the birth of your baby till you get back to your pre-pregnancy weight. There are many stretch mark creams and oils that can help prevent stretch marks while pregnant. Vitamin E oil is a very popular massage oil during pregnancy to prevent stretch marks. These stretch marks creams and stretch mark oils have been specifically designed to keep your skin taut and firm during pregnancy.
7. Check with your doctor to see if you can undertake some mild forms of exercise during your pregnancy. Keeping your body in ship-shape and toned condition is a great way to make the most of what the body has to offer, also for your skin! Ensure that you include enough portions of protein, carbohydrates, and fats in your diet to feel and look your best and to reduce the chance of getting stretch marks during pregnancy.
8. Avoid stress as much as possible when pregnant. Making sure you have relaxing periods to yourself and reduce your stress levels will result in less stress on your skin. All of the above can contribute to your health, well-being but also the condition of your body and skin and ultimately lower your chances of getting stretch marks when pregnant.
However, stretch mark prevention does not stop after you have given birth. You are also prone to stretch marks following dramatic weight loss so it’s important to keep all these lifestyle choices mentioned above in mind after the birth of your baby too.
By following these simple lifestyle tips to preventing stretch marks when pregnant you will greatly reduce your changes of getting stretch marks in the first place.
However, should you get stretch marks nonetheless remember that you are not alone and that there are many stretch mark treatments and home remedies for stretch marks to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
Stretch marks are a very small price to pay for the blessing of giving birth to a beautiful baby.
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Surefire Tips To Help Eliminate Stretch Marks!
By Brian Linden
www.skincare.free-fit.com
Stretch marks occur when skin is abnormally distended or stretched for a period of time, such as from pregnancy or weight gain, causing the skin's support structure (in the form of collagen and elastin) to break down or rupture. Unsightly as they are, stretch marks are a fact of life for most people. Some people develop stretch marks during their teen years, others during pregnancy. Bodybuilding programs and any other forms of rapid weight loss can also cause stretch marks to appear. So now you know that most everybody has them, but exactly how do you go about eliminating stretch marks naturally?
Begin following these steps today to help eliminate stretch marks naturally.
Step #1 - Rub cocoa butter and vitamin E on to any area affected by stretch marks. Cocoa butter and vitamin E will help to sooth and moisturize the affected area. While this approach does not eliminate the stretch mark, it will give your skin some much needed relief.
Step #2 - Check with a dermatologist about prescription creams containing Tretinoin. While these creams will not completely eliminate stretch marks, they can improve the overall appearance of the affected areas. It should be noted that these creams will not improve old stretch marks that have been around for a long time.
Step #3 - Laser treatments are currently being used by dermatologists to stimulate new collagen and elastin growth to fill in the space where the stretch marks are. This procedure has received mixed reviews and is fairly expensive. Dermatologists charge around $400 per session for this type of treatment and most agree that significant improvement can be achieved after 3 - 5 sessions.
Step #4 - Knowing that stretch marks are caused during periods of extreme growth. It may be a good idea to massage your skin daily with lotion or cocoa butter and vitamin E oil, during periods of expected growth.
Step #5 - In order to keep not only your skin but your entire body properly hydrated, make it a habit to consume ample amounts of water each day. Stretch marks are damaged areas of skin. Proper hydration is a key component for repairing damage of any type to your body.
While existing stretch marks may never completely go away, there are steps that you can take to change the way that they look and feel. Begin by massaging the affected areas with cocoa butter and vitamin E oil and properly hydrating your body. If you are still not satisfied with the way that your stretch marks look, speak with a dermatologist about the prescription creams and laser treatments that are currently being offered. While it appears to be true that stretch marks may never completely go away, modern science has advanced to the point that with treatment, the appearance of stretch marks can be significantly improved.
Stretch marks occur when skin is abnormally distended or stretched for a period of time, such as from pregnancy or weight gain, causing the skin's support structure (in the form of collagen and elastin) to break down or rupture. Unsightly as they are, stretch marks are a fact of life for most people. Some people develop stretch marks during their teen years, others during pregnancy. Bodybuilding programs and any other forms of rapid weight loss can also cause stretch marks to appear. So now you know that most everybody has them, but exactly how do you go about eliminating stretch marks naturally?
Begin following these steps today to help eliminate stretch marks naturally.
Step #1 - Rub cocoa butter and vitamin E on to any area affected by stretch marks. Cocoa butter and vitamin E will help to sooth and moisturize the affected area. While this approach does not eliminate the stretch mark, it will give your skin some much needed relief.
Step #2 - Check with a dermatologist about prescription creams containing Tretinoin. While these creams will not completely eliminate stretch marks, they can improve the overall appearance of the affected areas. It should be noted that these creams will not improve old stretch marks that have been around for a long time.
Step #3 - Laser treatments are currently being used by dermatologists to stimulate new collagen and elastin growth to fill in the space where the stretch marks are. This procedure has received mixed reviews and is fairly expensive. Dermatologists charge around $400 per session for this type of treatment and most agree that significant improvement can be achieved after 3 - 5 sessions.
Step #4 - Knowing that stretch marks are caused during periods of extreme growth. It may be a good idea to massage your skin daily with lotion or cocoa butter and vitamin E oil, during periods of expected growth.
Step #5 - In order to keep not only your skin but your entire body properly hydrated, make it a habit to consume ample amounts of water each day. Stretch marks are damaged areas of skin. Proper hydration is a key component for repairing damage of any type to your body.
While existing stretch marks may never completely go away, there are steps that you can take to change the way that they look and feel. Begin by massaging the affected areas with cocoa butter and vitamin E oil and properly hydrating your body. If you are still not satisfied with the way that your stretch marks look, speak with a dermatologist about the prescription creams and laser treatments that are currently being offered. While it appears to be true that stretch marks may never completely go away, modern science has advanced to the point that with treatment, the appearance of stretch marks can be significantly improved.
Friday, February 9, 2007
Can You Really Prevent Stretch Marks?
By William Wilson
www.stretchmarkmagic.com
Most women are keenly aware of the ugly, discolored scarring known as stretch marks. As a matter of fact, there is an entire beauty industry centered around the removal of these unsightly skin defects. But what about stretch mark prevention?
You may be wondering if it is just a myth or whether a person can really do something to prevent stretch marks from developing. Clinical studies tend to be inconclusive in this area, but a large number of women have learned through personal experience that certain preventive actions can help minimize the risk of getting stretch marks.
These actions are detailed below and should be seriously considered by any woman that wishes to take a proactive approach in the fight against stretch marks. But first, let’s take a look at the real cause of stretch marks.
What Causes Stretch Marks?
The surface of the skin is generally fairly elastic, but when it is stretched beyond its capacity, damage can result. It is usually during periods of rapid weight gain and subsequent loss that you are at the greatest risk of developing stretch marks.
Prime examples of this weight change cycle can be identified during:
During these periods of physiological change, the normal production of collagen is disrupted. It should be noted that collagen is an important protein, with an essential role in providing pliability and elasticity to your skin. As a result of this disruption, the skin loses some elasticity and when stretched beyond its limits, white or red scars may appear. These scars are what are traditionally known as stretch marks.
Will a Stretch Mark Prevention Program Really Help?
Obviously, if you had a choice, you would agree that it is preferable to prevent stretch marks from developing in the first place, rather than trying to treat them after the fact. Unfortunately, there is no guaranteed method of preventing stretch marks, even though there are a number of products on the market that will make this claim. It is just not true.
The good news is that there are products that are proven effective in increasing the elasticity of the skin. It is believed that these natural creams and oils prevent stretch marks by attacking their root causes – loss of elasticity and sudden trauma through overstretching. To increase the effectiveness of these products, it is recommended that they be used as part of an overall skin conditioning program.
Stretch Mark Prevention Tips
As Ben Franklin so aptly put; ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!’ And no truer words have been spoken regarding an approach to stretch marks and their treatment. So, to help give you a jump start with your stretch mark prevention program, a number of helpful tips are provided below:
Tip#1
If you are thinking about getting pregnant, or are presently in the mother-to-be state, try starting an exercise program. Continue this regimen throughout your pregnancy and it should help in reducing a lot of the stretch marks that may have developed naturally during the process. An exercise program works by helping you to limit your weight gain and, therefore, limit the trauma and overstretching of your affected skin. Of course, before you start any exercise program, please check with your doctor.
Tip #2
Try using natural stretch mark products that inherently have the exceptional ability to increase the skin’s elasticity. Products made with cocoa butter and other natural ingredients are your best bet. Many women who have endured pregnancy swear to the effectiveness of this method.
Tip #3
To supplement stretch mark creams and oils, you should consider using a body brush to massage the affected areas where you want to prevent stretch marks from forming. This is usually on the thighs, breasts, buttocks, and arms. This extra effort helps increase the circulation to the skin and helps the absorption of the cream into the affected area.
Tip #4
If you are on a diet, moderation is the ‘keyword’. A diet encouraging slow weight loss will minimize trauma to the skin and allow the skin to better adjust to the weight changes. This will help reduce the likelihood of stretch marks.
At the end of the day, there really is no single fail-safe method to prevent the formation of stretch marks. But a stretch mark prevention program, based on a combination of natural stretch mark products and the helpful tips provided above, should dramatically increase your odds of reducing or eliminating stretch mark development. Give it a try - you have nothing to lose and everything to gain!
Most women are keenly aware of the ugly, discolored scarring known as stretch marks. As a matter of fact, there is an entire beauty industry centered around the removal of these unsightly skin defects. But what about stretch mark prevention?
You may be wondering if it is just a myth or whether a person can really do something to prevent stretch marks from developing. Clinical studies tend to be inconclusive in this area, but a large number of women have learned through personal experience that certain preventive actions can help minimize the risk of getting stretch marks.
These actions are detailed below and should be seriously considered by any woman that wishes to take a proactive approach in the fight against stretch marks. But first, let’s take a look at the real cause of stretch marks.
What Causes Stretch Marks?
The surface of the skin is generally fairly elastic, but when it is stretched beyond its capacity, damage can result. It is usually during periods of rapid weight gain and subsequent loss that you are at the greatest risk of developing stretch marks.
Prime examples of this weight change cycle can be identified during:
- Pregnancy
- Weight training
- Rapid weight gain and loss
- Growth spurts in teens
During these periods of physiological change, the normal production of collagen is disrupted. It should be noted that collagen is an important protein, with an essential role in providing pliability and elasticity to your skin. As a result of this disruption, the skin loses some elasticity and when stretched beyond its limits, white or red scars may appear. These scars are what are traditionally known as stretch marks.
Will a Stretch Mark Prevention Program Really Help?
Obviously, if you had a choice, you would agree that it is preferable to prevent stretch marks from developing in the first place, rather than trying to treat them after the fact. Unfortunately, there is no guaranteed method of preventing stretch marks, even though there are a number of products on the market that will make this claim. It is just not true.
The good news is that there are products that are proven effective in increasing the elasticity of the skin. It is believed that these natural creams and oils prevent stretch marks by attacking their root causes – loss of elasticity and sudden trauma through overstretching. To increase the effectiveness of these products, it is recommended that they be used as part of an overall skin conditioning program.
Stretch Mark Prevention Tips
As Ben Franklin so aptly put; ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!’ And no truer words have been spoken regarding an approach to stretch marks and their treatment. So, to help give you a jump start with your stretch mark prevention program, a number of helpful tips are provided below:
Tip#1
If you are thinking about getting pregnant, or are presently in the mother-to-be state, try starting an exercise program. Continue this regimen throughout your pregnancy and it should help in reducing a lot of the stretch marks that may have developed naturally during the process. An exercise program works by helping you to limit your weight gain and, therefore, limit the trauma and overstretching of your affected skin. Of course, before you start any exercise program, please check with your doctor.
Tip #2
Try using natural stretch mark products that inherently have the exceptional ability to increase the skin’s elasticity. Products made with cocoa butter and other natural ingredients are your best bet. Many women who have endured pregnancy swear to the effectiveness of this method.
Tip #3
To supplement stretch mark creams and oils, you should consider using a body brush to massage the affected areas where you want to prevent stretch marks from forming. This is usually on the thighs, breasts, buttocks, and arms. This extra effort helps increase the circulation to the skin and helps the absorption of the cream into the affected area.
Tip #4
If you are on a diet, moderation is the ‘keyword’. A diet encouraging slow weight loss will minimize trauma to the skin and allow the skin to better adjust to the weight changes. This will help reduce the likelihood of stretch marks.
At the end of the day, there really is no single fail-safe method to prevent the formation of stretch marks. But a stretch mark prevention program, based on a combination of natural stretch mark products and the helpful tips provided above, should dramatically increase your odds of reducing or eliminating stretch mark development. Give it a try - you have nothing to lose and everything to gain!
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
Diet And Those Stretch Marks
By J Hunter
http://www.health2usite.com/stretch/
It's essential to have a well balanced diet for the skin to retain its quality. For a well Balanced diet you will need adequate amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, lipids, minerals etc. The most important of these for you skin is proteins and vitamins such as A, C, E, K and Zinc.
Proteins: The Main sources of protein come from meat, fish, egg, soybeans nuts etc.
Proteins are the essential constituents of body cells. Basically proteins are made of amino acids which, by a process called protein synthesis, combine together and form different structural proteins of the body. For the purpose of tissue repair, proteins like collagen and elastin have to be synthesized in the skin. Any conditions which hamper protein synthesis and tissue repair predispose stretch marks and delay wound healing.
Vitamins: Among vitamins the most important are Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and vitamin K.
Vitamin A: The main Sources of vitamin A are Carrots, Vegetables, Rice, Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, Apricot, Spinach, Mango etc.
Vitamin A helps to promote skin growth and tissue repair. It can prevent scaling and drying of skin. Collagen production is greatly influenced by this vitamin. All these functions help to prevent stretch marks.
Vitamin C: The main Sources of vitamin c are Citrus fruits, Guava, Papaya, Strawberries etc.
Vitamin C is essential for the formation of collagen; in other words, it is a must for the process of wound healing and tissue repair. The integrity of blood vessels is also influenced by vitamin C.
Vitamin E: The main sources of vitamin E are Almonds, Vegetable oils, Seeds, Sunflower, Oats, Peaches, Avocado etc.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects the skin. Its main role is the maintenance of normal body metabolism, healing and tissue repair.
Vitamin K: The main sources of Vitamin K are Green leafy vegetables, Cabbage, Liver, Milk products etc.
Vitamin K is essential for blood coagulation and for proper bone growth, formation and repair. Vitamin K helps the body transport calcium. In the intestines Vitamin K helps in turning glucose to glycogen which is then stored in the liver.
Zinc: The main sources of zinc are nuts, bananas, raisins, legumes and fish.
Zinc is very essential for the formation of collagen that prevents stretch marks.
As well as all of the above it is also important maintain the water balance of the body. It is highly recommended to have between 8 to 10 glasses each and every day. Water is needed as low amounts of water in the body leads to dehydration as well as dry skin. When the skin becomes dry it is prone to stretch marks.
Almost all nutrients are essential for a healthy skin.
Among nutrients, proteins vitamins and zinc are more important as far as tissue repair is concerned.
A balanced diet according to certain factors like age, occupation, general health, any diseases like diabetes etc should be considered to maintain all functions of the body in a normal way which all helps in retaining the skins quality which reduces the risk of stretch marks.
It's essential to have a well balanced diet for the skin to retain its quality. For a well Balanced diet you will need adequate amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, lipids, minerals etc. The most important of these for you skin is proteins and vitamins such as A, C, E, K and Zinc.
Proteins: The Main sources of protein come from meat, fish, egg, soybeans nuts etc.
Proteins are the essential constituents of body cells. Basically proteins are made of amino acids which, by a process called protein synthesis, combine together and form different structural proteins of the body. For the purpose of tissue repair, proteins like collagen and elastin have to be synthesized in the skin. Any conditions which hamper protein synthesis and tissue repair predispose stretch marks and delay wound healing.
Vitamins: Among vitamins the most important are Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and vitamin K.
Vitamin A: The main Sources of vitamin A are Carrots, Vegetables, Rice, Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, Apricot, Spinach, Mango etc.
Vitamin A helps to promote skin growth and tissue repair. It can prevent scaling and drying of skin. Collagen production is greatly influenced by this vitamin. All these functions help to prevent stretch marks.
Vitamin C: The main Sources of vitamin c are Citrus fruits, Guava, Papaya, Strawberries etc.
Vitamin C is essential for the formation of collagen; in other words, it is a must for the process of wound healing and tissue repair. The integrity of blood vessels is also influenced by vitamin C.
Vitamin E: The main sources of vitamin E are Almonds, Vegetable oils, Seeds, Sunflower, Oats, Peaches, Avocado etc.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects the skin. Its main role is the maintenance of normal body metabolism, healing and tissue repair.
Vitamin K: The main sources of Vitamin K are Green leafy vegetables, Cabbage, Liver, Milk products etc.
Vitamin K is essential for blood coagulation and for proper bone growth, formation and repair. Vitamin K helps the body transport calcium. In the intestines Vitamin K helps in turning glucose to glycogen which is then stored in the liver.
Zinc: The main sources of zinc are nuts, bananas, raisins, legumes and fish.
Zinc is very essential for the formation of collagen that prevents stretch marks.
As well as all of the above it is also important maintain the water balance of the body. It is highly recommended to have between 8 to 10 glasses each and every day. Water is needed as low amounts of water in the body leads to dehydration as well as dry skin. When the skin becomes dry it is prone to stretch marks.
Almost all nutrients are essential for a healthy skin.
Among nutrients, proteins vitamins and zinc are more important as far as tissue repair is concerned.
A balanced diet according to certain factors like age, occupation, general health, any diseases like diabetes etc should be considered to maintain all functions of the body in a normal way which all helps in retaining the skins quality which reduces the risk of stretch marks.
Tuesday, February 6, 2007
How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks
By Emma Drosy
www.getputon.com
Although stretch marks are not harmful for us but these fine lines or scars are not desirable by any one among us and we all want to know how to get rid of stretch mark. Stretch mark not only changes our appearance and look but sometimes these cause decrease in our confidence level also. Sometimes this stretch mark will appear on your body where your skin is stretched or over stretched and most likely to appear in the abdomen, breasts, thighs and buttocks. Sometimes these stretch marks may be due to heredity also. Women may get these stretch marks during pregnancy, however men can also get stretch marks especially if men are obese or body builders. Many people take steroid containing skin cream, these people can also get stretch marks.
If you want to know how to get rid of these stretch marks, you can try various home remedies and a few simple options are as mentioned below.
You can get rid of your stretch marks, if you massage vitamin E oil in the stretch mark area especially after having bath. The massage if continued for a long duration can fade the stretch mark up to some extent. You should eat the food that is rich in Vitamins especially in A, E and Vitamin C. You can take vitamin supplements after consultation with your doctor. Pregnant women should consult their dietician before taking any food or vitamin supplement. You should try to identify the stretch mark in early stages when these stretch marks are in pink or brown color and should opt some options immediately.
The other remedy to get rid of stretch marks include intake of zinc rich food, however you should consult your dietician or health care professionals before taking such food Essential fatty acids are necessarily required for our body and we should consume these oils adequately.
If you are pregnant women you are more likely to get stretch mark. You should ensure to use a proper moisturizer on your stomach regularly during pregnancy. It is better to visit your dermatologist before applying the moisturizer.
So these are some of the simple tips to know how to get rid of stretch marks and if still unable to get rid of these marks, you should consult your dermatologist.
Good Luck with those Stretch marks!!
Although stretch marks are not harmful for us but these fine lines or scars are not desirable by any one among us and we all want to know how to get rid of stretch mark. Stretch mark not only changes our appearance and look but sometimes these cause decrease in our confidence level also. Sometimes this stretch mark will appear on your body where your skin is stretched or over stretched and most likely to appear in the abdomen, breasts, thighs and buttocks. Sometimes these stretch marks may be due to heredity also. Women may get these stretch marks during pregnancy, however men can also get stretch marks especially if men are obese or body builders. Many people take steroid containing skin cream, these people can also get stretch marks.
If you want to know how to get rid of these stretch marks, you can try various home remedies and a few simple options are as mentioned below.
You can get rid of your stretch marks, if you massage vitamin E oil in the stretch mark area especially after having bath. The massage if continued for a long duration can fade the stretch mark up to some extent. You should eat the food that is rich in Vitamins especially in A, E and Vitamin C. You can take vitamin supplements after consultation with your doctor. Pregnant women should consult their dietician before taking any food or vitamin supplement. You should try to identify the stretch mark in early stages when these stretch marks are in pink or brown color and should opt some options immediately.
The other remedy to get rid of stretch marks include intake of zinc rich food, however you should consult your dietician or health care professionals before taking such food Essential fatty acids are necessarily required for our body and we should consume these oils adequately.
If you are pregnant women you are more likely to get stretch mark. You should ensure to use a proper moisturizer on your stomach regularly during pregnancy. It is better to visit your dermatologist before applying the moisturizer.
So these are some of the simple tips to know how to get rid of stretch marks and if still unable to get rid of these marks, you should consult your dermatologist.
Good Luck with those Stretch marks!!
Stretch Marks and Pregnancy
By Jeanette Pollock
www.skincare-101.com
If you have ever had a child, or know somebody who has, you know that stretch marks are often times a big problem following birth. These can be very unsightly, and to some women very bothersome. But the good thing about stretch marks is that there are ways to prevent them during pregnancy. Listed below are two of the most popular ways to prevent stretch marks during and after pregnancy.
1. By getting on an exercise regimen before becoming pregnant and continuing this throughout pregnancy you may be able to prevent a lot of the stretch marks that you would normally see. This works because when your body is in top notch shape, you will be less likely to gain weight that is unnecessary. And since added weight causes stretch marks, if you can avoid it you can also avoid these marks.
Remember, before you start any workout program during pregnancy you will want to clear it with your doctor. They will be able to tell you which exercises to perform, as well as some that should be avoided.
2. Cocoa butter is also a great way to prevent stretch marks. The funny thing about this option is that there is no proof that it works, but there are thousands of women that swear by it. It is at least worth a shot, right?
Overall, stretch marks can be a problem in women after pregnancy. If you want to try to avoid this problem follow the two options listed above.
If you have ever had a child, or know somebody who has, you know that stretch marks are often times a big problem following birth. These can be very unsightly, and to some women very bothersome. But the good thing about stretch marks is that there are ways to prevent them during pregnancy. Listed below are two of the most popular ways to prevent stretch marks during and after pregnancy.
1. By getting on an exercise regimen before becoming pregnant and continuing this throughout pregnancy you may be able to prevent a lot of the stretch marks that you would normally see. This works because when your body is in top notch shape, you will be less likely to gain weight that is unnecessary. And since added weight causes stretch marks, if you can avoid it you can also avoid these marks.
Remember, before you start any workout program during pregnancy you will want to clear it with your doctor. They will be able to tell you which exercises to perform, as well as some that should be avoided.
2. Cocoa butter is also a great way to prevent stretch marks. The funny thing about this option is that there is no proof that it works, but there are thousands of women that swear by it. It is at least worth a shot, right?
Overall, stretch marks can be a problem in women after pregnancy. If you want to try to avoid this problem follow the two options listed above.
How Do You Get Rid of Stretch Marks
By Riri Shandra
www.betterhealthstyle.com
How do you get rid of stretch marks? Stretch marks are one the most problem in women body, they can be a frustrating problem for people who have them. So understanding what stretch marks are can help you to get rid of them.
Stretch marks are called striae in dermatology. They are a form of scarring on the skin with a silvery white hue. Stretch marks are caused by overstretching of the skin, which changes in the elastic supportive tissue that lies just beneath the skin and disrupts the normal production of collagen, causing a scar.
Stretch marks can appear anywhere on the body also women and men can get stretch marks. They are most likely to appear in places where fat is stored, or that have a tendency to stretch. Most common areas of the bodies including the abdomen area, thighs, breasts, upper arms, underarms, hips, and buttocks or lower back.
Stretch marks are often the result of stretching the skin in pregnancy, obesity, bodybuilding, puberty, and intense physical activity. They often start as pink, reddish, purple, or dark brown, then later become fade than the surrounding skin depending on your skin color, although they never totally disappear, they do not compromise the body's ability to function normally and repair itself.
How do you get rid of stretch marks? Here are some tips to get rid of stretch marks:
- The sustained stretching on the abdomen as a result of pregnancy usually means stretch marks may appear during the sixth or seventh month. If you are pregnant and concerned with stretch mark consult to your doctor that you want to begin preventative treatment before your stomach starts growing. Often, your doctor can recommend creams.
- Using oils or creams in high-risk areas may help prevent your skin become firmer and more supple, more flexibility and reduce the appearance of some surface stretch marks. The sooner they are treated, the more success that treatment will be.
- Drink plenty of water, so this will maintain you healthy skin and keeps your skin soft.
- Avoid or decrease your intake of caffeinated drink such as coffee, tea or soda because it can increase your risk of stretch marks.
- A healthy diet rich in vitamins A, C, D, E, high in zinc, foods that contain essential fatty acids and protein will also help in preventing stretch marks. Add in your foods or take supplements in addition to your diet.
- Laser treatments can help restore the skin's elasticity and also change the pigmentation so the stretch marks better match the rest of your skin. Off course the price is very expensive too, into the thousands of dollars when there is a large treatment area.
The best thing you should do is always try to prevent stretch marks before they happen to you, because if stretch marks have damaged to the deep fibers of the skin is difficult and sometimes impossible to repair.
How do you get rid of stretch marks? Stretch marks are one the most problem in women body, they can be a frustrating problem for people who have them. So understanding what stretch marks are can help you to get rid of them.
Stretch marks are called striae in dermatology. They are a form of scarring on the skin with a silvery white hue. Stretch marks are caused by overstretching of the skin, which changes in the elastic supportive tissue that lies just beneath the skin and disrupts the normal production of collagen, causing a scar.
Stretch marks can appear anywhere on the body also women and men can get stretch marks. They are most likely to appear in places where fat is stored, or that have a tendency to stretch. Most common areas of the bodies including the abdomen area, thighs, breasts, upper arms, underarms, hips, and buttocks or lower back.
Stretch marks are often the result of stretching the skin in pregnancy, obesity, bodybuilding, puberty, and intense physical activity. They often start as pink, reddish, purple, or dark brown, then later become fade than the surrounding skin depending on your skin color, although they never totally disappear, they do not compromise the body's ability to function normally and repair itself.
How do you get rid of stretch marks? Here are some tips to get rid of stretch marks:
- The sustained stretching on the abdomen as a result of pregnancy usually means stretch marks may appear during the sixth or seventh month. If you are pregnant and concerned with stretch mark consult to your doctor that you want to begin preventative treatment before your stomach starts growing. Often, your doctor can recommend creams.
- Using oils or creams in high-risk areas may help prevent your skin become firmer and more supple, more flexibility and reduce the appearance of some surface stretch marks. The sooner they are treated, the more success that treatment will be.
- Drink plenty of water, so this will maintain you healthy skin and keeps your skin soft.
- Avoid or decrease your intake of caffeinated drink such as coffee, tea or soda because it can increase your risk of stretch marks.
- A healthy diet rich in vitamins A, C, D, E, high in zinc, foods that contain essential fatty acids and protein will also help in preventing stretch marks. Add in your foods or take supplements in addition to your diet.
- Laser treatments can help restore the skin's elasticity and also change the pigmentation so the stretch marks better match the rest of your skin. Off course the price is very expensive too, into the thousands of dollars when there is a large treatment area.
The best thing you should do is always try to prevent stretch marks before they happen to you, because if stretch marks have damaged to the deep fibers of the skin is difficult and sometimes impossible to repair.
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