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Stretch marks are visible lines on the skin surface,
with an off-color hue. Stretch marks are mainly
found in the abdominal wall, but can also occur over
the thighs, upper arms, buttocks and breasts.
Sometimes stretch marks can cover large areas of
the body. While pregnancy is the main cause behind
stretch marks, other reasons can be sudden gain or
loss in weight, rapid growth, heredity
factors, stressand changes in physical conditions.
The skin consists of three main layers: Epidermis
(the outer layer), Dermis (the middle layer) and
Subcutaneous or Hypodermic (the deepest layer).
Stretch marks form in the dermis or middle layer of
the skin when the connective tissue is “stretched”
beyond the power of its flexibility due to rapid
expansion or contraction of the skin.
As skin is stretched, the collagen is weakened and
its normal production cycle is interrupted and
damaged. This ultimately results in fine scars under
the top layer of the skin. Initially the marks look
pink or red, but over time a thin, silvery line
appears on the skin surface and a stretch mark is
born.
Stretch marks appear on the skin surface when
someone grows quickly, or puts on weight
quickly. Stretch marks can make you feel self-
conscious and uncomfortable about your
appearance. Fortunately, there are several ways to
reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
I will focus on the proven ways which basically
involves proceduces that you have to religiously
carry out;
1) Use of Castor Oil;
Castor oil, which is used in the treatment of a
number of skin problems such as wrinkles, age
spots, moles, dark spots, fine lines and pimples,
can also be used to get rid of stretch marks.
Apply some castor oil to the stretch marks and
gently massage the area in circular motions for 5 to
10 minutes.Wrap the area with a thin, cotton cloth.
Using a hot water bottle or a heating pad, apply
some heat to the affected area for at least a half an
hour.Repeat this process daily for a minimum of
one month to notice positive results.
2) Use of Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is effective in the treatment of many skin
problems. Its healing and soothing properties can
be used to get rid of stretch marks. There are a
couple of ways to apply it.
You can directly rub aloe vera gel on the affected
skin area, leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse
the skin with lukewarm water.Another option is to
make a mixture with one-fourth cup of aloe vera
gel, oil from 10 vitamin E capsules and oil from five
vitamin A capsules. Rub this mixture onto the skin
until fully absorbed. Repeat this process daily.
3) Apply Egg Whites
Eggs are a rich source of protein. For stretch
marks, you want to use only the egg whites, which
contain amino acids and proteins.
Whip the whites of two eggs gently with a fork.
Clean the affected skin area with water and then
apply a thick layer of egg whites with a makeup
brush.Allow the egg whites to dry completely and
then rinse the area with cold water.Finally apply
some olive oil on the skin to keep it
moisturized.Repeat the process daily for at least
two weeks and watch for positive results.
4) Rub, dont drink Lemon Juice
Another simple way to lessen stretch marks is to
use lemon juice. Lemon juice is naturally acidic
which helps heal and reduce stretch marks, acne,
and other scars.
Rub fresh lemon juice gently onto the stretch marks
using circular motions. Allow the lemon juice to
soak into your skin for at least 10 minutes before
rinsing it off with warm water.Another option is to
mix equal quantities of cucumber juice and lemon
juice and apply the mixture on the stretch marks.
5) White Sugar is good!
Natural white sugar is one of the best remedies to
get rid of stretch marks. You can use the sugar
to exfoliate your skin.
Mix a tablespoon of raw sugar with some almond oil
and a few drops of lemon juice. Mix it well and
apply it on the stretch marks and other skin
areas.Gently rub the mixture on the skin for a few
minutes every day before taking a shower.Do this
for a month or so and watch your stretch marks
become lighter.
6) Apply Potato Juice
Potato juice contains vitamins and minerals that
foster growth and restoration of skin cells.
Cut a medium-sized potato into thick slices.Take
one of the potato pieces and rub it gently on the
stretch marks for a few minutes. Make sure the
starch from the potato covers the affected
area.Allow the potato juice to dry for some time and
then wash it off with lukewarm water.
7) Avoid Palm kennel cake oil;
You wont now, but most of the oil you use are not
healthy.  They are dangerous because they contain
unsaturated fats. If you can’t avoid oil or fries, then
use heart friendly ones.
Stay Healthy!!!