What is the best stretch marks removal method? Well, it all depends on who you choose to believe, and the lengths to which you will go to get rid of stretch marks. The severity of the stretch marks and the length of time you have had them are factors that need to be considered in making the choice that is right for you. Generally, newer stretch mark scars will be easier to remove than older ones.
Most stretch mark removal creams work by fading stretch marks over time. If you are patient and diligent in using them, you may very well see the results of your efforts in a matter of weeks. Topical products for stretch marks removal usually contain ingredients that exfoliate and moisturize the upper layer of skin (called the epidermis) while encouraging the production of collagen and elastin in the middle layer (the dermis) to restore the skin’s suppleness.
There are also plenty of home remedies for stretch marks. One of these is raw, unrefined shea butter. Since this substance works gradually, its application may need to become a daily ritual for a number of months. It works best when combined with the habit of drinking plenty of water daily to keep skin well hydrated. The advantages of using this stretch marks removal method include its inexpensive price, and the development of healthy habits that detoxify your body while keeping your skin soft.
One Kiwi Solutions video on YouTube demonstrated a way to reduce stretch marks for free. The juice of a freshly cut lemon was squeezed onto the stretch mark area and allowed to sit for 5 to 10 minutes. The mild acid was used to exfoliate the skin and also help it to heal. After the lemon juice was wiped off, sweet almond or olive oil was massaged onto the skin for another 5 to 10 minutes to hydrate the skin, break up the scar tissue, and speed up the healing process. Drinking plenty of water was advised in order to keep the skin moisturized. And that was it! Obviously, stretch marks don’t disappear overnight using this technique, but if you have a few cents and a few minutes to spare each day, you may want to give it a try.
YouTube has compiled a vast library of informative videos on innumerable types of stretch marks removal methods, including creams, lasers, Derma Rollers, and the like. It is particularly interesting to watch the actual laser stretch mark removal procedures while they are being explained. If you have the money and want quick results, laser surgery for stretch marks may indeed be the way to go. However, it may take more than one session to completely remove them. One laser procedure is called dermal collagen remodeling, which targets the supportive middle layer or dermis; this is used in conjunction with a series of chemical peels done on the skin’s surface, or epidermis. Another laser stretch marks removal treatment is called Fraxel laser therapy, or fractional resurfacing. This is an FDA approved procedure that was originally used to treat facial wrinkles. As the name implies, this procedure targets only a fraction of the skin area at a time. Fading stretch marks blend into the skin using this method; in responsive individuals, the stretch mark scars may go away completely after multiple treatments. Faster results are achieved using carbon dioxide lasers, but results are more subtle when carbon dioxide is not used.
Two other noteworthy stretch marks removal methods involve a unique home massage treatment and a hand-held roller device. The website for the massage method is Stretchmarkcure.com, and the ingredients used are inexpensive and readily available in stores. The hand-held apparatus is called a Derma Roller. It contains 192 surgical steel micro-needles that part the skin’s pores, enabling the skin to better absorb stretch mark removal creams or lotions.
There are so many testimonials in print and video formats that you may not know who to believe. The best testimonials are the personal results from people you know who have actually used these products or procedures. You may also wish to get the professional opinions of reputable cosmetic surgeons or dermatologists before making a decision. If you are adventurous and disciplined, you could try any of the home remedies for removing stretch marks. If it works for you, your testimonial might just be the newest stretch marks removal video on YouTube that everyone will be talking about!
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