Who Loves Stretch Marks? Not Me!

Too many people in the world suffer from one type of stretch marks or another. Stretch marks can be caused by any of several factors such as dramatic weight gain or loss, and pregnancy being one of them. These not so good looking markings (at times, hideous) can just about pop up anywhere in the body – your tummy, thighs, breasts, hips – you name it, they have it.

Literally any part of your skin that has been stretched to the point of getting damaged is apt to get these sorts of markings. Stretch marks that have just happened are either reddish or purple in color; however, with time, they turn silvery in color. The main reason for this color change is the disruption of collagen production under the damaged skin resulting into a change in the pigment in the damaged part of the skin. There are two main ways of getting rid of the said stretch marks – the natural or the surgical treatments.

Natural stretch mark treatment methods are by far the cheapest options with most of them being quite effective. However, note that it takes much longer for these effects to be seen. But as the natural stretch mark treatment methods are quite painless, affordable and can be done in the comfort of your home, they have become quite a hit with many in today’s society.

To say the truth, they are many natural stretch mark treatment methods today, but the best of them all is to use a diverse, healthy and well balanced diet that keeps your weight within the recommended range, normally between twenty five to thirty five pounds.

Basically, a steady and controlled weight gain lets the skin stretch at a steady rate without unexpected and sudden damaging changes. Also, remember to drink plenty of water while at it. Being hydrated is essential for overall health and well being, in addition to being crucial to maintaining healthy skin.

We all know that the natural treatment method sounds great but can you really achieve results on every type of body on every occasion? The simple answer is “no” and that’s why many are joining the bandwagon of utilizing the surgical stretch mark treatments, some of which are non-invasive procedures.

Chemical Peels, Micro- Dermabrasion and Laser Treatment are some of the most common surgical stretch mark treatment methods. Although these stretch mark treatment methods come with a price tag, they are extremely effective. More often than not, more than one surgical treatment is required for a visible improvement because none is guaranteed to offer the sufferer with immediate drastic results.

However, the good thing is that surgical stretch mark treatment methods are a surefire way to get rid of the problematic stretch marks for lots of people who suffer from them. With the stiff competition in the cosmetic procedure industry, a lot of these treatment methods have become widely accessible to people from all walks of life so if you intend to effectively remove your stretch marks, a visit to an established spa specialist is highly recommended