Remedies to Remove Pregnancy Stretch Marks

Best Remedies to Remove Pregnancy Stretch Marks

 Stretch mark is a common problem among women, especially after pregnancy. There are many causes of stretch marks after pregnancy like as hormonal changes, fat loss in the abdomen after delivery, less elastic skin and so on. You see fine lines developing around the areas where fats have accumulated, usually in the stomach, chest, belly bottom and thighs.

 

 Stretch mark is a common problem among women, especially after pregnancy. There are many causes of stretch marks after pregnancy like as hormonal changes, fat loss in the abdomen after delivery, less elastic skin and so on. You see fine lines developing around the areas where fats have accumulated, usually in the stomach, chest, belly bottom and thighs.

 

Is It Possible To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks?

It is not possible to get rid of stretch marks completely as they only get lighter with time. Massaging creams, lotions, and oils cannot make the marks disappear but only turn your skin smooth and supple.

 when you see the first lines after pregnancy. In fact, there are certain remedies which you can try even during pregnancy so that you do not get stretch marks at all.

 

1. Oil Treatment:
Olive Oil: This is popular remedy for pregnancy stretch marks. Take olive oil in your palms and massage it around your stomach and belly bottom regularly so that the lines start disappearing. Take bath immediately after applying oil on stretch marks. This is a time-taking process but gives you the result. You can also mix olive oil with water and vinegar and use it as a night cream. Application of olive oil exfoliates and moisturizes the skin.

Essential Oil Treatment:

Take regular oils like almond or coconut.
Add a few drops of essential oils like rose, geranium, lavender, myrrh or helichrysum.
Use this mixture to massage on the stretch marks for at least 30 minutes. It will help reduce the stretch marks quickly.

Vitamin E Oil:

 Extract the oil from vitamin E capsule.
 Mix with any moisturizer you use regularly and apply on the stretch marks.
 On regular usage, it gives effective results by fading off the marks.

Castor Oil:  Apply castor oil on the affected area. Cover the area with a plastic bag. Now place a hot water bottle on it.  Keep it for 30-40 minutes and then wash it off. This helps in treating stretch marks. The heat allows the pores to open up and oil absorption takes place easily.

 

 

 

 

Aloe Vera Gel:
Aloe vera promotes healing and soothes your skin. Use fresh gel rather than the one available in the market.
Rub it directly over the skin, leave for 15 minutes and wash it off using lukewarm water. Apply on the affected areas regularly.
You can also prepare a mixture of one-fourth cup of aloe vera gel with oil from five vitamin A and ten vitamin E capsules. Rub it over the skin until it is completely absorbed. Apply it twice a day.

 

(Read:Lose Belly Fat Exercises After Pregnancy)

 

 

Eggs Whites

A rich source of protein, applying egg whites is considered to be an effective remedy for stretch marks. It is said that the proteins in egg whites rejuvenate your skin. Try applying whites on the stretch marks on a regular basis and see how the marks fade away.

 Lemon Juice:

The acidic property of lemon juice works in healing stretch marks.
Rub fresh lemon juice on the affected area. Leave it for about 10 minutes so that the juice soaks into your skin.
 Rinse off using warm water.
 Apply every day for better results.
 Or you can also make a mixture of lemon and cucumber  juice in equal proportions and apply it on the stretch marks.



Shea Butter or Cocoa Butter

Just as the oil treatment, you can also go for the butter treatment. Cocoa butter or Shea butter is considered to be a popular remedy for stretch marks. Apply Shea butter or cocoa butter directly on the stretch marks to reduce their appearance. Butter application on the affected area improves the elasticity of the skin and prevents dryness. Wash off after application and repeat the procedure regularly.




 Water:

The skin should be well-hydrated to erase the stretch marks and other skin conditions. Consume at least 10 to 12 glasses of water every day to keep your skin hydrated and protected from toxins. It keeps your skin supple and restores its elasticity. Try avoiding tea, coffee and soda as they are dehydrating agents.

 Milk, Sugar And Green Coconut Water:

Scrubs are effective in boosting the skin regeneration process, and they are one of best ways to remove stretch marks after birth of the baby.
 Mix two spoons of raw milk, a few drops of lemon juice and cucumber juice, half a spoon of sugar.
 Apply on the stretch marks and scrub for around five minutes in a circular motion.
 Rinse off with water and pat the area dry.
 Apply coconut water in excess and allow it to dry until you can sense the stretch on the skin.
Then apply shea butter or aloe vera gel.
After some time, rinse off the area and then apply moisturizer.
You can use this remedy three times a week to help remove marks and lighten the skin.

 Repeat not more than 3 times a week.

Home Made  Stretch Marks Removing Lotion:

For this, mix ¼ cup aloe vera gel and ½ cup extra virgin oil. Break open 6 Vitamin E capsules and 3-4 Vitamin A capsules and add the liquid to the oil and gel mixture. Mix all the ingredients and store it in a bottle. This is your natural lotion to remove stretch marks. Keep this bottle in the refrigerator. Apply daily on the stretch marks. Shake the bottle before use.

Home-Made Cream:

Mix half a cup of cocoa butter, one tablespoon of vitamin E oil and two tablespoons of grated beeswax.
You may add apricot kernel oil and wheat germ oil as well.
Bring the mixture to boil until the wax gets melted.
Store it in a bottle and refrigerate it.
you can use every day.



Avoid Getting Stretch Marks During Pregnancy:

For this you have to take care of yourself during pregnancy.

    Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Include vitamin C, vitamin E and proteins in your regular diet. These improve elasticity, increase collagen production, and help in tissue repair and growth.
    Drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated. You can also consume anti oxidant-rich black, white or green tea.
    Keep the body rejuvenated and blood circulated by walking or doing yoga regularly.
    During pregnancy, massage regularly your whole body with aroma oil before taking bath. This reduces the chances of getting stretch marks after pregnancy.
    Rub Vaseline Intensive Care Cream on stomach during pregnancy.
    Exfoliate the probable affected areas of the skin like your stomach, thighs, chest during pregnancy by regular massage with oils. Moisturizing your skin with natural ingredients helps in enhancing the elasticity of the epidermis.