Treatment Details
stretch marks appear on the skin in general when it expands and shrinks rapidly, as in the case of pregnancy or rapid weight loss, and this leads to a rupture of Collagen and Elastin that help the skin appear naturally and vibrant.
Reasons for the appearance of stretch marks
- Pregnancy and Birth
- The gift of growth that occurs at puberty
- Rapid weight gain and loss
- Application of steroids on the skin for a long time
- Some pathological syndromes (Cushing’s syndrome_ Marfan syndrome _ ascites)
Things to consider when choosing the best treatment
- Skin type and colour
- How long does it take to appear
- The ability to adhere to treatment
- bear the costs of treatment
Remedies to get rid of stretch marks
Retinoid cream
Retinoid cream is derived from vitamin A, as it helps improve the appearance of stretch marks, as it stimulates the skin to rebuild collagen, and this improves the appearance of stretch marks and makes the skin appear natural, but it must be careful that this cream cannot be used in the event of pregnancy or breastfeeding Because it may affect the child.
Light and laser therapy
There is a group of laser lights that help stimulate and promote collagen growth, which in turn helps improve the appearance of the skin.
Microneedling
This technique is preferred by people with darker skin, as it is less likely to cause a change in skin color, and it is a manual device that contains micro-needles that stimulate collagen growth.
Home Remedies
Home remedies include a number of oils or gels, and it takes more than 4 to 6 months for any difference to appear, such as:
- Aloe vera gel.
- Hyaluronic acid.
- Centella asiatica.
While many studies have shown that most home remedies that use almond butter, cocoa, olive oil, and others are useless.
FAQ
Perhaps, some studies have found that products containing Centella or hyaluronic acid may help prevent stretch marks, and it may take 4 to 6 months to get the desired results.
Unfortunately, many studies indicate that cocoa butter or olive oil and coconut oil do not help or affect the removal of stretch marks.
With time, stretch marks become less visible on their own even without treatments, but the skin does not return to the same as it was without effective and complementary treatments.
In general, these stretch marks may take about six to 12 months to start fading, but with the presence of auxiliary treatments, the time required becomes less and the end result becomes better.
