This is one unsightly condition that women dread. But it also affects men especially those who lost a big amount of weight.
Stretch marks develop when the body changes in size, such as during pregnancy, weight gain, puberty. Genes also play a big part in developing skin marks — if your mother had stretch marks, chances are that you will too.
Pregnant women are the most prone to stretch marks around their abdomen, hips, thighs, and breasts. This happens when the body gets bigger than the skin can keep up.
But worry not! There are simple things you can do to help prevent or reduce the appearance of both new and old stretch marks. Check this out:
- Avoid scratching stretch mark-prone areas of your body. Stretch marks worsen when scratched by fingernails because of the pressure it puts on the skin.
- Apply a moisturizer on affected areas to keep skin hydrated. Moisturizing daily helps improve skin elasticity and appearance.
- Eat a nutritious diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, milk to help restore skin cells that make the skin glow.
- Drink plenty of water to ensure skin stays supple.
- Regular exercise helps to tone muscles and makes the skin tight.
- Have a happy disposition. Positive vibes translate to a glowing beauty inside and out.
- Apply on affected area an oil product that contains Vitamins E to help reduce the appearance of stretch or other skin marks. Choose one that suits your condition.
Read the label carefully. Better to consult a dermatologist to address your skin problem.
Don’t get used to stretch marks. Deal with them — fast!
