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# How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks?

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Human skin is the largest organ and has an incredible ability to contract and stretch. Despite its elasticity and strength, overstretching or stretching it quickly can cause injury to the supporting tissues, resulting in stretch marks. Stretch marks (striae) can be caused by overstretching or ripping of the skin as a result of weight gain, breast implant surgery, bodybuilding, steroid use, or puberty growth.
 
Stretch marks are indentation stripes on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks, and other parts of the body. Although stretch marks are neither painful nor harmful, some individuals don't like the way these marks look. Skin Décor Clinic is known for offering [**Best Stretch Marks Treatment in Dwarka**](https://www.skindecor.in/stretch-marks-and-scars). Read on to learn more about the treatments that can help one to achieve stretch marks free skin.
 
**Where can you find stretch marks?**
 
Stretch marks can appear almost anywhere on the body because they do not make any distinctions based on where they are. These marks are typically seen on the stomach and hips, although they can also appear on areas such as:
 
* Underarms
* Breasts
* Back Flanks
* Buttocks
* Thighs
* Knees.
 
Stretch marks frequently appear on parts of the body where it is easiest for fat to accumulate as well as where the skin is thinner or more sensitive. They can also develop on parts of the body where muscles develop, such as the biceps.
 
**What causes stretch marks?**
 
Stretch marks occur when the skin is racked or pressed beyond its original flexibility—in other words, when there is a sudden change in how hard the skin needs to work to keep its shape. When there is enough stress on the skin, new skin develops to relieve the stress, which results in the stripes on the skin.
 
A stretch mark is actually an area of newly formed skin tissues that are not yet fully matured and do not have the same texture as the skin around them.
 
Stretch marks are more likely in certain situations and at certain times, such as:
 
**Genetics of the skin**
 
The genetics of the skin have a significant impact on how stretch marks develop as well as whether or not stretch marks fade on their own. Stretch marks are more likely to occur if a person's skin is prone to scarring. Skin genetics may also be related to the amount of cortisol produced by the body, as excessive cortisol levels damage skin elastin and make it difficult for the skin to stretch easily.
 
**Puberty**
 
Puberty is undoubtedly the most prevalent time for both men and women to get stretch marks. Stretch marks on the hips, knees, or backs of adolescent girls are not usual. Puberty-related stretch marks are commonly connected with growth spurts and the maturation of secondary sexual features (breasts).
 
**Pregnancy**
 
Stretch marks are also frequent in women during pregnancy. Stretch marks can appear on the breasts, stomach, hips, thighs, and buttocks during pregnancy, depending on where the pregnancy weight is carried and how much weight is gained. Stretch marks from pregnancy are typically more extensive and broader than stretch marks from puberty.
 
**Weight gain**
 
Another typical cause of stretch marks is gaining a lot of weight in a short  time span. Weight gain is the excessive storage of fat in the body, most notably in the stomach, underarms, buttocks, and thighs. Stretch marks caused by weight gain might sometimes fade when the weight is reduced, although this is not always the case.
 
**Medical Conditions**
 
Several medical diseases, such as Marfan syndrome and Cushing's syndrome, can result in stretch marks. Long-term corticosteroid use reduces collagen levels in the skin. Stretch marks can be exacerbated by low collagen levels.
 
Treatment for stretch marks offered by best Skin Doctor in Dwarka at Skin Décor:
 
**Laser treatment**
 
Laser treatments are performed using a specialised system that stimulates the formation of collagen, elastin, and other healthy skin proteins in the skin's subdermal layers beneath the existing scar tissue. Repeated treatments can reduce the stretch mark's pinkish or reddish appearance, allowing the new skin tissue to match the initial skin tone and texture. Many women find that after a series of treatments, their stretch marks are virtually gone, with skin that looks and feels as good as new.
 
**What results can be achieved with laser stretch mark removal?**
 
This procedure, like any other laser treatment, will use specialized handheld equipment that will be controlled by one of the professional skin specialists. The laser system will be quickly applied to each stretch mark patch to offer a potent combination of thermal heat and light wavelengths that penetrate the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate the body's vital regeneration properties.
 
Unless an individual is treating various areas of the body at the same time, most patients' treatments will take roughly 30 minutes to complete. This treatment is not painful and does not damage the surrounding skin tissue, which is why it is suitable for patients of all skin tones and types. This form of laser treatment is suitable for both new and old stretch marks.
 
**Dermaroller**
 
Derma roller therapy is a non-invasive cosmetic technique that addresses multiple skin issues through the use of a microneedling technique. It punctures the skin with a specialised device equipped with microscopic needles. These micro-punctures enhance the skin's surface in the long run by eliminating dead skin cells and increasing collagen formation.
 
Microneedling has been proven to reduce the appearance of scarring, including stretch marks. Derma rollers break up the stiff, stringy fibres that make up scar tissue as they glide over the skin, softly opening collagen fibres near the surface. The body also recognises the slight physical changes caused by the microneedles and begins the mending process. Scar tissue is replaced with new, stronger, more elastic fibres, making the skin smoother and more flexible.
 
Stretch marks treated with microneedling are permanent. The repaired stretch marks do not return until the person is subjected to the identical situations that caused their skin to stretch in the first place. Pregnancy, weight gain, and hormone imbalances are among the conditions.
 
**Growth factor treatment**
 
A growth factor is an organic compound found in human bodies that stimulates cellular growth, proliferation, healing, and differentiation. They play a key role in the regulation of many cellular functions. Stretch mark treatment with growth factor treatment is highly beneficial. These growth factors stimulate the damaged areas, aid in skin restoration, and reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
 
**Combination treatment**
 
It can be used alone or with resurfacing lasers, microneedling, or radiofrequency microneedling.

Growth factor is most effective when used alone on new stretch marks. Because active healing activates the growth factors, the benefits will be more visible if the stretch marks are still in this stage. As a result, a combination treatment that initiates healing through micro-wounds (such as microneedling) is advised.
 
**How to prevent stretch marks?**
 
Although stretch marks are entirely normal and occur in the majority of individuals throughout their lives, there are some things an individual can do to deter them from growing or worsening. Knowing how to prevent stretch marks is dependent on a person's skin knowledge and lifestyle choices. Understanding stretch mark prevention, on the other hand, may help their laser stretch mark removal therapy last longer. Some methods of prevention include:
 
**Weight Management**
 
Weight management will help avoid future stretch marks by ensuring that the skin is not pressured by extra fat. Staying within the same 20-pound weight range is a desirable aim for long-term weight management, which may be accomplished through a combination of diet and exercise.
 
**Moisturise on a regular basis**
 
Keeping the skin moisturised can be extremely important in preventing future stretch marks, especially as skin dryness can exacerbate stretch marks. It may be useful to use moisturisers containing hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, vitamin A, and cocoa or shea butter. According to some studies, lavender oil, argan oil, and coconut oil are also ideal choices for skin health.
 
**Collagen-building creams**
 
Even after the stretch marks have been completely reduced, a person can use collagen-building creams to help retain the flexibility of their skin. This is especially significant for elderly patients who are undergoing a natural drop in collagen formation in the skin, which may make stretch marks more likely as the skin loses flexibility due to ageing. Applying retinoic acid (also known as tretinoin) lotions or hyaluronic acid to newly formed stretch marks may improve the skin's tone, texture, and overall appearance.
 
To make the skin free from stretch marks, one can consult the **[best Skin Specialist in Dwarka](https://www.skindecor.in/)** at Skin Décor Clinic.
