I have stretch marks from pregnancy and was wondering if there is anyway to get rid of them once they are already there?
2007-03-21 12:19:00 · 12 answers · asked by eescott182002 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
I never got stretch marks from pregnancy but I got them when I was younger. And I tried everything. Coco butter, vitaimine E cream. I just tried something new by avon. cellulite cream. seems to be working great. It really got rid of the little bumps. I haven't really checked it lately or used it alot as I have been busy, but it seems to work better than anything I have tried. They have other things like the anew and I have been trying that to. not just on my face. Just to see if it works. Ask a rep for samples. They do have a 100% gurantee so if you are not satisfied. you get your money back.
2007-03-21 12:26:01 · answer #1 · answered by Shelly t 6 · 6⤊ 2⤋
Stretch marks besides the cosmetic aspect are totally harmless. They do not limit normal body functions.
Removal of stretch marks is the most effective when they are just formed, i.e. when they are reddish in color. Dermatologists recommend various treatments for the marks, but their removal is very difficult once the marks fade. Although, one can use Olive oils, Coconut butter or Vitamin E or Vitamin A for massaging over the marks. Aloe Vera Gel soothes irritating skin which has been recently stretched. For an effective prevention of stretch marks, exercising is the best bet, as it keeps the muscles and skin firm. Also eating foods, which are rich in proteins, Vitamin C and E help in promoting and maintaining healthy skin.
2007-03-22 02:34:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
You CANNOT get rid of stretch marks. No matter what any product claims, stretch marks are scars. The elasticity in your skin has been compromised. You can certainly diminish the appearance of the stretch marks, but they will not go away. Do not pay big money for products that claim to specifically reduce or remove them. The best you can do is visit a dermatologist. The damage has been done to your dermis, anything you OTC that you apply to your epidermis will be ineffective.
2016-03-28 22:45:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Mederma in the grocery aisle. It's about $20, but it works.
Cocoa and Shea butters only soften the marks.
2007-03-21 12:50:02 · answer #4 · answered by ne11 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I used a mixture of 3 things that worked fairly well: aloe vera gel (100%) - cellulite cream - vitamin E oil
2007-03-21 14:52:39 · answer #5 · answered by The Nana of Nana's 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
unfortunatley its pretty hard but honestly it depends on what color they are. if they are red or light red then its easy because you have to start doing situps and cocoa butter everyday. that means they are fresh and they will go away. If they are dark or brown or fleshy color you have to use cocoa butter like 5 times a day and they will start to fade in time. hope i helped.
2007-03-21 12:23:11 · answer #6 · answered by PrinCipeSSa ItaLiAnA 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
theres palmer's coco butter lotion for stretch marks, you can get it just about anywhere...
2007-03-21 12:23:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
there is a type of lotion and it is called aloe with butter and coconuts
2007-03-21 12:44:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sorry there's not. They will fade a little in time. Don't waste your money on creams they won't work no matter what they claim.
2007-03-21 12:27:16 · answer #9 · answered by Sunday P 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
im sorry i wish i could answer that because im wondering the same thing if you find out plz plz let me know. :] thanx
2007-03-21 12:22:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋