A Stretch Mark Cream for Use During Pregnancy
If you have developed stretch marks during pregnancy,
you will know how unsightly these marks can be and probably wondering how
to get rid of them.
Revitol have developed a new cream to be used as a preventative treatment for stretch marks before, during and after pregnancy. Revitol Stretch Mark Prevention Cream will also help to reduce the appearance of existing stretch marks!
This Stretch Mark Cream is a natural cream that does not contain harmful
substances. The cream has been thoroughly tested and is completely safe.
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Pregnancy Stretch Marks
Why do stretch marks occur during pregnancy, can they be prevented and if you have them, can you get rid of them?
Pregnancy stretch marks are very common that studies suggest develop in between 75 and 90% of women during pregnancy. In dermatology, stretch marks are referred to as striae, pregnancy stretch marks are referred to as striae gravidarum.
Pregnancy stretch marks usually appear on areas of the body where the skin has been stretched the most such as the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks and thighs. However, stretch marks can appear anywhere on the body.
There are several theories as to what causes stretch marks to occur during pregnancy. The most accepted being that stretch marks develop because the skin is stretched over a short period of time, such as happens during pregnancy. As the skin stretches, the supporting fibres of the dermis (the middle layer of the skin) are put under strain and can tear. The result is the appearance of those red or purplish lines we refer to as stretch marks.
The skin is made up of three layers: the epidermis, the dermis (the middle layer) and the subcutaneous layer. It is in the middle layer (the dermis) that stretch marks occur.
The dermis is mostly composed of collagen. Collagen together with elastin provides the skin with strength and elasticity and is vital for repairing skin without leaving scars. Collagen is also the main component found in connective tissue, tendons and cartilage. A low level of collagen makes skin thinner, more fragile and possibly more prone to developing stretch marks
Another cause of pregnancy stretch marks may be due to an increase in hormonal activity. During pregnancy, the body produces larger amounts of hormones known to remove protein and decrease the amount of collagen in the skin.
There is little you can do to avoid hormonal changes, or stop your skin from stretching during pregnancy. However, there is a lot you can do to keep your skin supple and in good condition and, hopefully, stretch mark free.
During pregnancy, it is especially important to follow a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C, vitamin E and the mineral zinc. Moisturizing on a daily basis can help to keep the skin supple and may help prevent pregnancy stretch marks forming.
Vitamin E oil is high on the list of naturally remedies to help prevent stretch marks occurring during pregnancy. Vitamin E is a powerful anti-oxidant and helps prevent free radical damage. Whilst vitamin E has not been proven to get rid of pregnancy stretch marks it may go a long way to help prevent them..
Other massage oils, which may help prevent stretch marks developing during pregnancy, are rose hip, avocado, wheat germ, and jojoba. Cocoa Butter, which is naturally rich in vitamin E, has been a popular choice of women for centuries for both the prevention and treatment of pregnancy stretch marks.
Over time, stretch marks fade to silvery white lines, becoming almost translucent and much less noticeable. However, if you are not prepared to wait for this to occur naturally there are over the counter stretch marks creams and lotions formulated to nourish the skin and help get rid of any stretch marks that occurred during your pregnancy.
Prevent Pregnancy Stretch Marks With Natural Butters.
100% Organic Ingredients. This butter is made with Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter,
and Illipe Butter in combination with Kukui Nut Oil and Jojoba Oil to
provide elasticity the skin needs to prevent stretch marks.
More information about natural body butters and how they may help prevent pregnancy stretch marks.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional.
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