Getting Rid of Stretch Marks - Can You Do it?
April 20, 2008 – 4:44 pmStretch marks are often the results of a sudden loss or gain of weight. They are often triggered by such things as pregnancy, rapid weight loss or gain and even body building. But what most people are unaware of is that they also affect men. Around forty percent of the male population has stretch marks present on their body. Add to that all the women who live with this condition, I think it is fair to say that a very large number of people face this problem.
Fortunately there plenty of ways to prevent and even reduce the appearance of stretch marks. With all the advancements in technology the market is now flooded with stretch marks treatments. Many of those are effective and easy to use. The following are some of the options that can be considered while getting rid of stretch marks.
Smooth them Away
Many products take the form of lotions and creams that are specially designed to help you get rid of stretch marks. They are mostly useful when used in the early stages of the stretch marks creation process. From women who are pregnant to women and men who experience a rapid gain or loss of weight, lotions and creams with the right type of vitamins represent a very good approach for getting rid of stretch marks. Vitamins A,C and E are a good idea, especially when the cocktail also includes other minerals.
Ingredients such as vitamin E reduce the appearance of stretch marks and other vitamins and minerals are essential in maintaining the moisture balance and texture of the skin. Another good option that can be used in getting rid of stretch marks is the use of cocoa butter or shea butter. But these last two options result in allergic reactions in some people and some caution is advised.
Laser Treatment and Abdominaplasty
Fully formed stretch marks can also be removed completely through a procedure known as abdominaplasty. Abdominaplasty involves a tummy tuck which removes the excess skin in the stomach region. Some fat is also removed from the region. Though it is an expensive and drastic surgical procedure, it is most effective in completely removing stretch marks from the abdomen region. It is a quick fix.
Laser therapy is another method that can help in getting rid of stretch marks. Though it is not as effective as abdominaplasty because it does not completely erase stretch marks from the skin surface, the results are quite dramatic. It is also a less expensive and less invasive method of getting rid of stretch marks.
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