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How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by Ewenla202: 8:42pm On Apr 18, 2018
How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks Naturally
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There are several stretch mark remedies in the market nowadays, with some bogus claims of making the marks disappear in a matter of days or weeks. The sad reality is that a lot of these products do not work despite the exorbitant prices.
Staying without the stretch mark is to keep yourself hydrated and your skin moisturized always.
Lots of products and medical methods that focus on the removal of stretch marks are currently available in the market. Some are easily avoidable but large numbers of them are pricey.
The question is what exactly are stretch marks and why do they show on our body.
Basic Causes of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks occur as a result of abrupt stretching of the dermal region of the skin, for example during pregnancy. They generally occur as petite estuaries on the skin. These striations are referred to as striae gravidarium.
Stretch marks are mostly observable on your abdomen, thighs, arms, shoulders, and buttocks.
Two factors are responsible for stretch marks:
• Physical Factors
On a closer observation, stretch marks usually manifested in the body regions that are prone to swift increase in girth. The dermal region of the skin is stretched out, thus torn and cracked. This is the main reason for the appearance of stretch marks during pregnancy. Fluctuations in weight also caused stretch marks. Individuals who work out are noted to experience stretch because of development of muscle mass.
The dermal layer of the skin becomes so stretched that it seems to split and shabby. The main reason the pregnant women, that stretch marks are common with them because they gain more weight than usual. As a result, a lot of expectant moms generally think about lessening their food consumption.
It is not recommended that pregnant women should consider excessive dieting, because it will result in nutritional deficiencies, and may harm you and your unborn baby.
• Hormonal Factors
Recent scientific findings suggest that stretch marks may be due to changes in hormones. The hormonal disparity that takes place at a time of pregnancy and adolescence rework the secretion of elastin and collagen, a hormone responsible for your skin to lose its softness, giving it room to tear.
In the same vein, during adolescence, stretch marks become visible as a result of growth. The body is not yet adjusted to the swift transition of your height, thus your skin becomes stretched out more than necessary.
Cushing’s syndrome is another unknown risk factor for stretch marks. Stretch marks are signs of this syndrome as it causes the body to secrete a larger amount of cortisol. This syndrome causes gain in weight and skin thinning, hence resulting in the synthesis of reddish-purple stretch marks.

2 Kinds of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks differ in form and color, yet they can be categorized into two classes.
i. Red stretch marks (striae rubra) occur due to the broadening of the dermal layer of the skin, permitting the blood vessels in the layer underneath to show through.
ii. White stretch marks (striae alba) form in the places where the blood vessels have ebbed, revealing the fat below the dermal layer. This clarifies their silvery white manifestation.
Natural Remedies to Reduce Stretch Marks
There are various stretch mark remedies in the market now, with large numbers of boasting of making the marks go away in a matter of days or weeks. The obvious reality is that in spite of the empty claims and high cost, lots of these products are practically valueless.
Usually stretch marks do disappear on their own in a process of time, however, if you want to hasten the process, there are many natural means to help you fight the swift manifestation of the stretch marks.
• Use Organic Essential Oils
There are several obtainable in the market that can assist ease the manifestation of stretch marks. They include sandalwood, frankincense, tangerine and lavender oils. Prior to their use, dilute them with a harmless carrier oil or safe to eat oil at a ratio 2:1. If you are pregnant, don’t use frankincense oil as it may cause premature labor during pregnancy and menstruation in nursing women.
• Massage Aloe Vera on Areas That Are Prone to Stretch Marks
Aloe vera is a natural remedy for different skin problems as a result of its moisturizing, cooling and healing properties. Aloe vera gel is well-recognized for its anti-inflammatory abilities, and regularly using it might help make stretch marks less obvious.
• Make Use of Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is well-known for its bleaching and whitening qualities, but it can also enhance the amount of collagen the skin secretes due to its large amounts of vitamin C.
Just squeeze a large lemon and use the juice to rub your stretch marks. Let it on for about 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse off with cold water.
• Use Egg Whites
Egg whites have protein and some amino acids that heal your skin and brightening the form of stretch marks. Beat two egg whites to a paste- form consistency. Massage this paste into your stretch marks and allow it dry. Rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this once in a week.

How to Prevent Stretch Marks Occurrence
Stretch marks can be avoided by maintaining regular hydration and sustaining the moisturizing of your skin.
These are some tips to help you keep your skin stretch mark-free:
• Drink Enough Amounts of Pure Water.
Proper hydration of your body has several beneficial effects. It prevents stretch marks because it offers the skin adequate wetness to stop these marks from coming up as you gain weight or put up muscles.

• Rub Coconut Oil on the Stretch mark- Susceptible Areas.
Coconut oil is well-recognized for its various applications. It has antibacterial and antimicrobial effects; as such it is useful for removing makeup, cleansing of the face, body scrubbing, deodorant and ingredient for making soaps.
Coconut oil can equally serve as a moisturizer to keep skin moisturized, remove the external layer and give your skin additional suppleness. This will put off the breaking of the dermal layer and the appearance of stretch marks.
• Eat healthily.
Feeding your body with wholesome foods will nourish and maintain an excellent balance of minerals and vitamins. The intake of a balanced diet prevents the changes in your weight that lead to stretch marks. A balanced diet helps individuals have a steady weight and hinders fat gain, which normally responsible for the appearance of stretch marks on the thighs and abdomens.
• Shun Alcohol.
Stay away from excessive drinking of alcohol. Alcohol is responsible for drying out the moisture content of your body, thus making your skin drier than expected. This dryness will consequently increase the stretch marks appearance.
• Take Vitamin E Sufficiently.
Vitamin E is notable for its ability in enhancing skin health. It is reputed to protect collagen present in the skin that facilitates the softness of the skin.
• Exercise Frequently.
Frequent exercise will make your skin firm and keep your weight under control and also prevent abrupt weight loss or gain.
These are basically some of the methods of preventing stretch marks from appearing. Note that, there is no point becoming dejected about them, just know that it is totally appropriate to possess them at a certain stage in your lives. It is simply only way by which individual bodies are adjusting to physical changes.
It is nothing to fret about because stretch marks do not alter your body’s makeup.
However, if they occur extremely, then you need to reexamine your lifestyle because you may witness weight loss or gain. Be at ease to try these natural remedies to help you in your journey to say goodbye to stretch marks.

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Re: How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by EbukaHades10(m): 9:25pm On Apr 18, 2018
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Re: How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by kingchris30(m): 2:04am On Apr 19, 2018
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Re: How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by kingchris30(m): 2:06am On Apr 19, 2018
Ewenla202:
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There are several stretch mark remedies in the market nowadays, with some bogus claims of making the marks disappear in a matter of days or weeks. The sad reality is that a lot of these products do not work despite the exorbitant prices.
Staying without the stretch mark is to keep yourself hydrated and your skin moisturized always.
Lots of products and medical methods that focus on the removal of stretch marks are currently available in the market. Some are easily avoidable but large numbers of them are pricey.
The question is what exactly are stretch marks and why do they show on our body.
Basic Causes of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks occur as a result of abrupt stretching of the dermal region of the skin, for example during pregnancy. They generally occur as petite estuaries on the skin. These striations are referred to as striae gravidarium.
Stretch marks are mostly observable on your abdomen, thighs, arms, shoulders, and buttocks.
Two factors are responsible for stretch marks:
• Physical Factors
On a closer observation, stretch marks usually manifested in the body regions that are prone to swift increase in girth. The dermal region of the skin is stretched out, thus torn and cracked. This is the main reason for the appearance of stretch marks during pregnancy. Fluctuations in weight also caused stretch marks. Individuals who work out are noted to experience stretch because of development of muscle mass.
The dermal layer of the skin becomes so stretched that it seems to split and shabby. The main reason the pregnant women, that stretch marks are common with them because they gain more weight than usual. As a result, a lot of expectant moms generally think about lessening their food consumption.
It is not recommended that pregnant women should consider excessive dieting, because it will result in nutritional deficiencies, and may harm you and your unborn baby.
• Hormonal Factors
Recent scientific findings suggest that stretch marks may be due to changes in hormones. The hormonal disparity that takes place at a time of pregnancy and adolescence rework the secretion of elastin and collagen, a hormone responsible for your skin to lose its softness, giving it room to tear.
In the same vein, during adolescence, stretch marks become visible as a result of growth. The body is not yet adjusted to the swift transition of your height, thus your skin becomes stretched out more than necessary.
Cushing’s syndrome is another unknown risk factor for stretch marks. Stretch marks are signs of this syndrome as it causes the body to secrete a larger amount of cortisol. This syndrome causes gain in weight and skin thinning, hence resulting in the synthesis of reddish-purple stretch marks.

2 Kinds of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks differ in form and color, yet they can be categorized into two classes.
i. Red stretch marks (striae rubra) occur due to the broadening of the dermal layer of the skin, permitting the blood vessels in the layer underneath to show through.
ii. White stretch marks (striae alba) form in the places where the blood vessels have ebbed, revealing the fat below the dermal layer. This clarifies their silvery white manifestation.
Natural Remedies to Reduce Stretch Marks
There are various stretch mark remedies in the market now, with large numbers of boasting of making the marks go away in a matter of days or weeks. The obvious reality is that in spite of the empty claims and high cost, lots of these products are practically valueless.
Usually stretch marks do disappear on their own in a process of time, however, if you want to hasten the process, there are many natural means to help you fight the swift manifestation of the stretch marks.
• Use Organic Essential Oils
There are several obtainable in the market that can assist ease the manifestation of stretch marks. They include sandalwood, frankincense, tangerine and lavender oils. Prior to their use, dilute them with a harmless carrier oil or safe to eat oil at a ratio 2:1. If you are pregnant, don’t use frankincense oil as it may cause premature labor during pregnancy and menstruation in nursing women.
• Massage Aloe Vera on Areas That Are Prone to Stretch Marks
Aloe vera is a natural remedy for different skin problems as a result of its moisturizing, cooling and healing properties. Aloe vera gel is well-recognized for its anti-inflammatory abilities, and regularly using it might help make stretch marks less obvious.
• Make Use of Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is well-known for its bleaching and whitening qualities, but it can also enhance the amount of collagen the skin secretes due to its large amounts of vitamin C.
Just squeeze a large lemon and use the juice to rub your stretch marks. Let it on for about 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse off with cold water.
• Use Egg Whites
Egg whites have protein and some amino acids that heal your skin and brightening the form of stretch marks. Beat two egg whites to a paste- form consistency. Massage this paste into your stretch marks and allow it dry. Rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this once in a week.

How to Prevent Stretch Marks Occurrence
Stretch marks can be avoided by maintaining regular hydration and sustaining the moisturizing of your skin.
These are some tips to help you keep your skin stretch mark-free:
• Drink Enough Amounts of Pure Water.
Proper hydration of your body has several beneficial effects. It prevents stretch marks because it offers the skin adequate wetness to stop these marks from coming up as you gain weight or put up muscles.

• Rub Coconut Oil on the Stretch mark- Susceptible Areas.
Coconut oil is well-recognized for its various applications. It has antibacterial and antimicrobial effects; as such it is useful for removing makeup, cleansing of the face, body scrubbing, deodorant and ingredient for making soaps.
Coconut oil can equally serve as a moisturizer to keep skin moisturized, remove the external layer and give your skin additional suppleness. This will put off the breaking of the dermal layer and the appearance of stretch marks.
• Eat healthily.
Feeding your body with wholesome foods will nourish and maintain an excellent balance of minerals and vitamins. The intake of a balanced diet prevents the changes in your weight that lead to stretch marks. A balanced diet helps individuals have a steady weight and hinders fat gain, which normally responsible for the appearance of stretch marks on the thighs and abdomens.
• Shun Alcohol.
Stay away from excessive drinking of alcohol. Alcohol is responsible for drying out the moisture content of your body, thus making your skin drier than expected. This dryness will consequently increase the stretch marks appearance.
• Take Vitamin E Sufficiently.
Vitamin E is notable for its ability in enhancing skin health. It is reputed to protect collagen present in the skin that facilitates the softness of the skin.
• Exercise Frequently.
Frequent exercise will make your skin firm and keep your weight under control and also prevent abrupt weight loss or gain.
These are basically some of the methods of preventing stretch marks from appearing. Note that, there is no point becoming dejected about them, just know that it is totally appropriate to possess them at a certain stage in your lives. It is simply only way by which individual bodies are adjusting to physical changes.
It is nothing to fret about because stretch marks do not alter your body’s makeup.
However, if they occur extremely, then you need to reexamine your lifestyle because you may witness weight loss or gain. Be at ease to try these natural remedies to help you in your journey to say goodbye to stretch marks.

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Re: How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by kingchris30(m): 2:07am On Apr 19, 2018
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Re: How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Naturally by Ewenla202: 2:59pm On Apr 19, 2018
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