Stretch Marks

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What is a stretch mark?

Stretch marks (or Striae Gravidarum) is a term that refers to the scars on your skin which are caused damage to the elastic fibres that help skin stretch. Stretch marks are perfectly normal, and most women - and even some men - have them.

As the name suggests, these marks are caused by overstretching of the skin, destroying it's elasticity and resilience. These marks develop when weight loss follows weight gain. That is why they are so common after pregnancy.
Sometimes, stretch marks can spread over a large expanse of skin, across the abdomen, on the breasts, thighs and upper arms . It is important to remember that these marks are not on the surface, but are actually caused by cracks in the elastic fibres below.
With stretch marks,'prevention is better than cure'. It is impossible to remove the marks totally , although they may become less conspicuous with appropriate treatment over a period of time. The best treatment is preventive care. So, as soon as you become pregnant, start a programmer of daily massage of the abdomen and breasts. Use a turmeric lemon pre- bath cream, massaging it into the skin. This helps to maintain the elasticity of the skin and provides protection. The massage should be continued a few months after your delivery.

Does cream help?

Many women use various types of creams, lotions , and oils to try to prevent stretch marks from forming. The Use of Belli Stretch mark Minimizing Cream 6 fl. oz. will also helps you. During pregnancy, the skin become itchy. If you scratch the skin to relive itching, it can cause further damage.
If you are over weight and plan to go slimming programmer, pay special attention to the problem of stretch marks by massaging those areas that are vulnerable.

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy can also help improve the appearance of stretch marks. This is where a surgeon uses different types of lasers, depending on the color of the stretch marks. Traditionally, one type reduces the color of dark stretch marks, the other stimulates the production of pigment-making cells in already faded stretch marks. There is an even newer type of laser therapy that can also be used help the body produce collagen to help restore the elasticity of the skin in depressed stretch marks. This is a very serious and expensive route to follow. You would need to talk your decision through fully with a skin specialist before making a final decision.