would a tan reduce the visibility of stretch marks?

Answer 1

No...sometimes they make them stand out. THe best thing for stretch marks is Mederma if you can afford it (expensive) or cocoa butter...they areessentially the same thing. If the marks are recent you can really make them less notcieable. If these are old marks, there is realtively little you can do to make them "go away". But try the cocoa butter anyway...you have nothing to lose.

Answer 2

This is the best online resource on how to get rid of cellulite http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=539

Dimply skin from cellulite is passed from the mother, however it will become far more visible due to instigators such as very poor diet program, lack of exercise, lack of fluids, changes in hormones, and greater body fat.

Cellulite lotions, pills, along with other similar options are not very effective in removing dimply skin from cellulite. The most efficient approach is to consume healthy foods by consuming lots of wholesome foods, and implementing a consistent workout program that incorporates both cardio exercise and resistance training. Check the program I suggest and you'll start seeing results quick.

Good Luck

Answer 3

NewsTarget.com printable article
Originally published October 7 2005
Dermatologist dispels the many rumors surrounding cellulite
by Mike Adams

In his book, “The Cellulite Solution,” Dr. Howard Murad explores ways to reduce and eliminate cellulite, including dietary supplements and topical treatment.

* TRUE or false, cellulite may be burned off with exercise.
* Dr. Murad, CEO and founder of Murad Inc., Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at UCLA and proclaimed as one of the best US dermatologists by Vogue, reveals secrets about cellulite and how to beat it.
* His groundbreaking program outlines nutritional and lifestyle modifications combined with topical treatments for a system that works to give the body all the tools it needs to repair uneven lumpy skin.
* Dr. Murad's methods allow the water that people drink to penetrate into cells, making them stronger and healthier, reducing aging, disease and problems such as cellulite.
* It promises to encourage the appearance of skin by up to 78 percent in eight weeks and help improve the visual texture of stretch marks by up to 47 percent in eight weeks.
* The multivitamin and antioxidant dietary supplements promote healthy skin function and microcirculation, improving skin's smoothness and visual appearance.
* The connective tissue dietary supplements strengthen blood vessels, promote collagen and elastin production and improve skin elasticity and firmness.
* The second part is the topical treatment.
* Murad's Firm and Tone Serum for Cellulite and Stretch Mark Management (P2,950) promises to improve the overall appearance of the skin up to 94 percent by reducing the appearance of cellulite by up to 77 percent and increasing the skin's firmness while masking imperfections.
* Murad Firm and Tone Dietary Supplement Pack for Cellulite and Stretch Mark Management and Murad's Firm and Tone Serum for Cellulite and Stretch Mark Management are available at Rustan's Essenses in Makati, Alabang, Shangri La Mall, Robinson's Place and Cebu.
* For every purchase of both the Dietary Supplement Pack and the Firm and Tone Serum, get a free copy of Dr. Murad's The Cellulite Solution (worth P2,500.)

Answer 4

No it may actually make it worse, however there is a creme called Maderma which is proven to minimize the appearance of scars and strethmarks.....you can buy this without a prescription at your local pharmacy

Answer 5

No and in some cases it makes them look even worse. Try some coco butter to soften and moisten your skin.