10 Home Remedy For Stretch Marks

Stretch marks are a result of sudden change in body size, due to pregnancy and even when someone acquires puberty. The most common among all of them is pregnancy which causes stretch marks on the hips, near the abdominal area and on thighs. Exercising can also cause stretch marks. Sudden gaining of weight or losing weight can also result in stretch marks. There is no way through which stretch marks can be diminished but there are some ways which can help to reduce their appearance. If you are embarrassed with the stretch marks and finding some easy ways to reduce their appearance then here is the article that will help you get rid of them.

10. Laser Therapy

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Laser therapy is another option to treat the stretch marks but is expensive as compared to all the other remedies. Laser therapy not just lightens your stretch marks but removes them completely. Depending of the color and severity of the stretch marks, doctors and surgeons use different types of laser treatments. Lasers help to lighten the color of the stretch marks which are dark in color. Some other type of Laser can help to increase the cell production on the affected area. This help in the growth of the cells will result in pigmentation to diminish the marks. Other advanced laser therapy can be done to restore the original elasticity of the skin.

9. Castor Oil

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This is one product that can be used as a cure to many skin problems such as wrinkles, dark spots, age spots, moles, fine lines, stretch marks and even pimples. Castor oil is very effective in case of stretch marks and makes them disappear quickly. All you got to do is apply some castor oil on your skin and massage that area. For about 15 minutes or more, massage you skin by using circular movements and motions. After massaging the skin, cover it by wrapping it up with a thin cloth, preferably cotton. After this, use a hot water bottle or something else that can help you to apply a little amount of heat to the skin. Do this for half an hour daily. You can notice magical change in the skin after a month of this daily practice.

8. Egg Whites

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Some people find egg whites very icky and smelly. But in spite of that, they can work like wonders. Egg whites are rich with a large ratio of proteins. These proteins found in egg whites are very helpful in rejuvenating your skin. By rejuvenating of skin, we mean that it helps in the re-building of your skin and make it new and fresh like never before. Apply egg whites to the area of the skin which has stretch marks for a minimum one time to a maximum three times each day. You can watch the progress in your skin and see those ugly looking stretch marks fade away.

7. Sugar

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Sugar is one of the most efficient remedies for the stretch marks. Natural white sugar can exfoliate your skin and make it look as it was before marks. To get rid of the ugly stretch marks, make a mixture of sugar (raw) and almond oil and add some drops of lemon juice to the mixture. After mixing all the ingredients, you can apply this mixture to the area of your skin covered with stretch marks. You can apply this to other skin areas also as this mixture has no side effects. You have to rub this mixture gently over the skin for a minimum period of ten minutes on a daily basis. Doing this before shower is convenient mostly. Doing this regularly for a month will lighten your stretch marks and make you look as good as before.

6. Cocoa butter

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Cocoa butter is an effective substance that helps to reduce the stretch marks and fade them easily. To reduce the stretch marks rub cocoa butter on the affected area at least twice in a day. Do it regularly for at least one month to see the results. Cocoa butter helps to moisturize the skin and keeps it flexible for longer period. As already mentioned a flexible skin is less prone to getting stretch marks. If you want to prevent stretch marks then there is no better way than using cocoa butter to prevent them. Applying this butter before sleeping and after the shower is the most effective way to get rid of the stretch marks.

5. Lemon Juice

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Another simple way to reduce the appearance of stretch marks is by applying the juice of freshly cut lemon on it. The acidic nature of lemon helps to lessen the visibility of the fine lines on the skins called as stretch marks. Directly rubbing the lemon juice will help to reduce the stretch marks. Another way is by mixing equal quantity of lemon juice and cucumber juice into a bowl, then applying it on the stretch marks can also help in reduction of stretch marks.

4. Aloe Vera

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Not only stretch marks, but application of Aloe Vera helps in curing many skin problems. The nutrients contained in aloe Vera helps in the treatment of burns, eczema and acne problems. The soothing properties which help in increase cell growth helps in the reduction of stretch marks considerably in few weeks. Cut the leave of the aloe Vera plant and apply the juice on the affected area. Let it dry for some time and then wash with water. For better and faster results with the application of juice, one should daily drink a glass of aloe Vera juice.

3. Application of Potato Juice

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If you want an easy home remedy to reduce the appearance of stretch marks then applying potato juice on the affected area is the best way. Potatoes are rich in certain kinds of vitamins and minerals which help in restoration of new cells and promote the growth of cells. To apply the potato juice simply cut the potato into two halves or into thin slices and rub the slices on the stretch marks. After the juice has dried up clean the area with water. Regular application of potato juice will help you to get rid of them easily.

2. Vitamin- E oil

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Vitamin E is a magical way to reduce the stretch marks. Regular application of Vitamin- E on the stretch marks can fade them to a large extent. Use vitamin-E oil daily on the stretch marks or mix it with the moisturizer and rub daily on them to have a better effect. Studies have shown stretch marks due to pregnancy can be cured by regular application of vitamin- E. Vitamin E is found in Olive oil and it can be used regularly without any sort of side effects.

1. Moisturize daily

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Studies have shown that people who apply moisturizer daily after a bath have less probability of getting stretch marks on their skin. Application of moisturizer increases the elasticity of the skin and makes the skin more flexible. When the skin is flexible, then even due to change in weight stretch marks won’t grow. If the skin is hydrated then the skin won’t have to tear much when stretched and hence less probability of occurrence of stretch marks. Lotion if applied on the recently appeared stretch marks can help to remove the stretch marks and even prevent the further growth of them.

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