If you have recently lost those few extra pounds (congrats!), brought a little life into the world (congrats, again), or going through any kind of sudden body change, there’s a chance you are now blessed with the tiger stripes on your skin. Yes, we are talking about stretch marks. The lightened lines are an outcome of skin expansion and contraction, meaning skin stretch....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Though it is a common condition in weight fluctuation and pregnancy, it can also be caused due to genetic factors, stress, and more. But the question remains—how to remove stretch marks? In this article, according to Healthline, we’ll discuss effective ways to get rid of stretch marks.
Lemon juice
Lemon juice is known for its natural bleaching properties, so it helps reduce the visibility effectively. Use fresh lemon juice daily or simply rub a sliced lemon wedge on your marks to see results.
Tretinoin
According to Mayoclinic, creams with tretinoin (Retin-A) contain retinoid, a compound related to Vitamin A. Retinoids increase collagen production. They’re often used to treat wrinkles. They may help fade newer stretch marks, but they can also make your skin red, irritated, or scaly.
Aloe vera
Aloe vera has a long history as a natural skin treatment. The jelly from inside the leaves of the aloe vera plant can be applied directly to the skin to soothe and moisturize.
According to WebMD, research from 2018 suggests that aloe vera helps skin heal from burns and wounds. Because stretch marks are a type of scarring from damaged skin, aloe’s skin-repairing properties would help with stretch mark prevention or fading.
Potatoe juice
According to Verywell Health, potatoes contain starch and other skin lighting enzymes which is why they are often used to lighten dark circles, spots, and blemishes on the skin. It bleaches the skin and effectively reduces the visibility of stretch marks when applied regularly.
