treatyourscars Stretch marks are among the blemishes that can be seen on waist, thighs, lower back, hips, breasts, arms and buttocks – whether pregnancy or sudden weight gain. In this article, we explain what causes stretch marks on the thighs and what methods people use to remove them. According to Dr. Akhavan, stretch marks can be caused by a phase of rapid growth in the body (growth spurt, pregnancy, weight gain) that stretches muscle mass and contracts the skin, which in turn causes collagen bundles on the skin to tear apart.
Most women develop stretch marks during pregnancy when the skin fibers soften and stretch to make room for the developing baby. As baby grows, stretch marks appear on the abdomen, thighs and breasts due to constant pulling and stretching. The young experience sudden growth spurts and gains during puberty. This sudden stretching and contraction of the skin can lead to stretch marks on thighs and breasts. Stretch marks occur due to a short period of time when the skin is stretched.
How long it takes to remove stretch marks depends on several factors such as treatment method, lifestyle, skin color and commitment. As a rule of thumb, early stretch marks (red, pink, and purple) are easier to treat, but the older they become, the harder they are to treat and remove. Stretch marks can also occur during diets or weight fluctuations.
It is essential to find a good moisturizer that maintains and increases the moisture in the area treated and supports collagen production and skin healing in order to maintain beautiful, stretch-free skin. Tea tree oil, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and healing properties, can help to remove all types of scars from skin, including stretch marks. Regular massages with natural oils can also help prevent the appearance of stretch marks, as they are filled with essential nutrients that nourish skin and reduce the development of stretch marks on the skin.
Another simple homemade treatment to eliminate stretch marks is to mix a few drops of tea tree oil with half a teaspoon of olive oil and massage into the stretch marks. Treating your skin with tea tree oil will make your stretch marks less visible over time. Although not as popular, another effective method of removing stretch marks could be to apply glycolic acid directly to the stretch marks.
This scrub is designed to get rid of the layer of dead skin cells that build up over time. Manufacturers such as Cusson and Mum-Me-Bump stretch cream claim that the active ingredient is lupine seed extract, which increases collagen in the skin. Try cocoa butter sticks, a highly concentrated moisturiser with a firm consistency that acts as a friction and can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks on the thighs.
Dr. Shah says the tiny blood vessels that release the early stretch marks (and their pink and purple color) retreat as the skin layer expands, the color fades and the skin thickens. The layer of dead skin cells that builds up naturally over time is replaced by new skin growth that depends on vitamins, water and collagen. When the dermis is stretched the skin tears but it is limited to what happens in situations such as rapid growth or pregnancy.
If you stretch it beyond its limit, you can break the collagen that connects the tissue. After gaining weight, most people tend to experience additional fat deposits or fat deposits that settle in the most important parts of the body such as the thighs, breasts, hips and abdomen. People should consult a doctor to find out if there are treatments that can hide this in order to reduce their appearance.
Some people take high doses of oral corticosteroids for a month or more. Foods such as flaxseeds, chia seeds, salmon, sardines, cod liver, walnuts, soya products, beef, tofu, shrimp and cauliflower can do much to prevent stretch marks.
