Natural Remedy To Stretch Marks.

Natural Remedy To Stretch Marks.

Stretch marks or striae (singular stria), as they are called in dermatology, are a form of scarring on the skin with an off-colour hue. They are caused by tearing of the dermis, which over time may diminish, but will not disappear completely.  
Stretch marks happen when the skin is pulled by rapid growth or stretching. Although the skin is usually fairly elastic, when it’s overstretched, the normal production of collagen (the major protein that makes up the connective tissue in your skin) is disrupted. As a result, scars called stretch marks may form.
And if/when the stretch marks in pregnancy appear, it is always advisable to cure them as early as possible. That’s because when the stretch marks are at an early stage, they respond best to the treatment. 
There are many chemical and surgical treatments available to remove the stretch marks like vascular laser, fractional laser treatment, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) etc. However these treatments have a lot of risks and are expensive.

Stretch marks are badges of transition, but if you’d like to hide them, how do you get rid of them or at least make them fade? There’s no cure-all, but there are plenty of things you can do. Natural ones, too!
1. Rub egg whites on your S.marks.

The protein in egg whites is purported to be super good for your skin and stretch marks in particular.

• Rub on the marks three times a day for maximum fading.

2. Potatoes scrub. 

If you’ve been laying off the carbs, there’s a new reason to add potatoes to your grocery list. The juices are full of vitamins and minerals that help restore skin cells.  

• Cut your potato into thick slices. Rub the pieces over your stretch marks, making sure your slice is juicy. Allow it to dry and then wash the residue off with warm water.

3. Use olive oil. 

It’s high in Vitamin E, which is great for your skin.  

• The idea here is that your skin will soften, and when it softens, it expands, and, in general, goes with the punches more easily. Future ones will be less likely, too!
• Rumor has it that castor oil is also as effective as any home remedy can be.

4. Sugar! Sugar! Sugar!

A little sugar, oil, and lemon juice is a great exfoliant for shaving and what else? Yep, stretch marks, too. And you’ll smell great, too!

• White sugar works best and almond oil is good, too.
• Mix sugar, lemon juice, and oil in a bowl. Combine well.
• When you rub it in, take a minute — or ten — to bask in your sugary goodness. Consider it an excuse for a long shower!

5. Lounge in lemon juice. 

Surely you’ve heard of lemon juice lessening freckles, and it’s the same principle: lemon juice is a natural bleaching agent. Because of that, it can help stretch marks fade more quickly.

• Rub in the juices to the affected area and let it dry for about 10 minutes before rinsing off. Be sure to do this several times a day for a noticeable effect.

6. Water

Adequate amount of water should be consumed which helps to increases the elasticity of the skin. You should drink at least 10-12 glasses of water daily to keep your skin and body hydrated.

7.  Aloe vera gel

You already knew this stuff was great for sunburn and your skin in general, but it’s also good for stretch marks. This is also one of the best natural methods to reduce the appearance of stretch marks an is super safe during and after pregnancy, too!
It will work over early stage stretch marks only.

• Squeeze out fresh aloe vera gel from the plant and apply it over the affected areas daily. It promotes healing and shows visible results in a few days. The raw aloe vera will leave a residue, after a few minutes, just wipe it off with lukewarm water
• You can also make a mixture of aloe vera gel, vitamin E and vitamin A oil (from capsules) and rub it on the area until your skin absorbs it.