Stretch marks are one of the most frustrating skin problems in the world. It is estimated that 90% of women who are or have been pregnant have stretch marks. 70% of adolescent girls and 40% of adolescent boys have stretch marks. Stretch marks have no link to ethnicity – all races can be affected, as it is a widely afflicting condition that vary with individual skin type.
Stretch marks can occur anywhere that the skin has been stretched, but they usually affect areas where fat is stored, such as the: tummy (abdomen), breasts, upper arms, buttocks, thighs and shoulders (in bodybuilders).
How To Prevent Stretch Mark
While it is impossible to entirely prevent them, you can minimize the appearance with time, patience, and a few helpful products. Many stretch marks increase a lot over many months without treatment.
Pregnant women can improve skin condition to hopefully reduce the chances by keeping the area well moisturized and nourished. Coconut oil or olive oil are both great, all-natural products to use in combination with vitamin E oil or cream to help keep collagen fibers strong. And keep in mind, drinking enough water is the best way to stay hydrated from the inside.
Nutrition also plays a role. It is advised that eating a balanced diet rich in vitamins C and E, zinc, silica, and other nutrients to help nourish the skin and reduce the risk of getting stretch marks. The antioxidant vitamin E is especially crucial as it protects the collagen fibers in your skin from damage, which promotes skin elasticity. Almonds, olives, sunflower seeds, spinach, avocados, and pumpkins are all high in vitamin E.
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How to Get Rid of Older Stretch Marks
- If stretch marks are not treated on time, they get older and difficult to remove. You can simply follow these remedies to lessen the older stretch marks:
- To get rid of older stretch marks, fractional laser therapy is the best option. It makes the skin surface smooth.
- You can also use a product called, SPF 60 directly on the stretch marks.
Useful Tips
- Consume protein, zinc and Vitamin C rich foods in abundance. Green salad, milk, fish, nuts and citrus fruits help a lot in diminishing stretch marks.
- Do yoga and other physical exercises on the regular basis.
- Pregnant women should not use creams and solutions, prepared from chemicals. Instead of fading away stretch marks, they may result in skin damaging rashes.
- Don’t scratch the affected area.
- Keep your skin moisturised.
‘Culled from Modelling/Beauty Consultant, Ape Taiwo’
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