Stretch mark is
a problem faced by most women. These indented streaks in pale color appear on
various parts of the body. Sometimes, these streaks appear in pink, red, blue,
blue, black, and purple colors. Stretch marks commonly appear on the abdomen,
stomach, thighs, hips, and other areas. Though they are not painful, many women
want to go for stretch
marks treatment to get smoother and even skin tone.
These marks
appear due to various reasons such as, obesity/overweight, pregnancy, Cushing's
syndrome, Marfan syndrome, or other genetic disorders. If you have a family
history of stretch marks, then you have more chances of getting it. Rapidly
losing or gaining weight will also cause stretch marks on the skin.
These marks fade
over time. However, if you are very concerned about your appearance, you can go
for stretch mark treatments. You should keep in mind that the even the most
effective treatment method may not give you cent percent results. The intensity
of the marks can be reduced, but not completely erased. The various types of
treatment for stretch marks removal are:
Microdermabrasion
In this
treatment technique, tiny crystals are blown on the skin using a hand-held
device. The crystals gently remove the outer layer of the skin, leaving behind
a clearer and smoother inner layer of skin. For a few days after the treatment,
you may feel a burning or singeing feeling on your skin. The skin will begin to
heal in a week to 10 days. The younger skin will have lesser visible streaks.
Laser Treatment
Laser therapy
has also been found to be effective for stretch
marks removal. In this technique, an intense beam of laser is beamed on
the targeted areas. The laser ray heats up the skin, boosting collagen growth.
It also shrinks the dilated blood vessels. The dermatologist you consult will
suggest the best type of laser therapy and the number of sessions that will be
required for removing the marks.
Retinoid cream
Tretinoin is a
Vitamin A derivative that is used for stretch marks removal treatment. This
derivative works on rebuilding the collage in your skin, making it more
elastic. With regular use, the stretch marks fade away.
The
dermatologist takes various factors such as skin type, severity of the
condition, age of the stretch marks, and your budget into consideration before
recommending the best stretch marks treatment for you.
