Stretchmarks are not pretty. The reason that many people seek treatment for the skin condition is because they don’t want other people to see them.
Having stretchmarks doesn’t mean that you are ill, but depending on your skin, you may have discoloration. When stretchmarks first develop they are usually a red or purple color. It is at this stage that you can treat them with the best success. As they get older they can start to fade, but often to a color that is starkly different than your natural skin color.
One thing is definitely true about stretchmarks: the underlying skin tissue is damaged. If you are able to treat the condition early, you want to use products that contain ingredients that are the most effective for diminishing the appearance of stretchmarks. Since the skin can react severly to chemicals, it is a good idea to stick to products that contain natural ingredients. Ingredients that exfoliate the skin probably have the best results because they can resurface the skin. When you have stretchmarks your skin tends to be rough and uneven. Regular exfoliation can help to even your skin tone and give it a healthier appearance.
What seems to be the best exfoliating ingredients nowadays are alphy hydroxy acids, specifically glycolic acids. These acids smooth your skin and can eventually eliminate stretchmarks completely if you use the acids on your skin as the condition develops.
Just as vitamin supplementation is beneficial to your body, vitamins are also beneficial to keeping your skin healthy. The most beneficial vitamins for treating stretchmarks include vitamins A, E, and C. These vitamins are antioxidants and they can help to heal the underlying skin tissue that is damaged when you have stretchmarks. These vitamins can also relieve any irritation or inflammation that you may experience with your stretchmarks.
There are many products on the market that contain these ingredients. You should evaluate them for your specific case and determine what will work best for you.
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on Saturday, January 28th, 2006 at 1:33 am and is filed under Lotions and creams, Alternative treatments, Natural treatments.
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