We are all aware that nowadays there are all kinds of social media campaigns that propagate to love one’s body as it is, with stretch marks, cellulite, scars and all other imperfections. However, no matter how inspiring and positive this sounds, we all must admit that no matter what they say, we will always want the perfect body – well-shaped, great skin, no cellulite or stretch marks.
In fact, loving one’s body is actually taking care of it and that means maintaining its moisture by applying lotions, body masks, body scrubs and keeping it healthy by eating healthy food, drinking lots of fluids and exercising regularly.
In this article we are going to focus on one of the above-mentioned body issues, the phenomenon of stretch marks and how to reduce their appearance.
Stretch marks are an unsightly phenomenon that future mothers as well as anyone who undergoes major body weight fluctuations simply cannot avoid. Having stretch marks in large areas of your body can be really depressing and make you feel really insecure and ashamed of your body, not to mention the great disappointment you feel when you see yourself in your favourite bikini.
However, you needn’t despair no more because there is a solution even for this major issue. Although you may never get rid of them entirely, there are a few things you can try to at least reduce their appearance and make them less visible.
Here are 11 natural treatments for stretch marks that just might do wonders for your skin.
- Egg Whites
Apply egg whites on your affected areas three times a day and watch your stretch marks fade away. Supposedly, the proteins contained in egg whites help to rejuvenate your skin.
- Potato Juice
Potato juice contains vitamins and minerals that help restore skin cells making stretch marks less visible. Slice a potato and rub it on your affected areas regularly for a longer period. This will help reduce their visibility.
- Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is another natural treatment for reduction of stretch marks visibility. It contains natural acids that help fade and bleach stretch marks. Simply rub the juice onto your affected areas using circular motions and then let it dry for about 10 minutes before rinsing it off.
- Shea Butter or Cocoa Butter
Both shea butter and cocoa butter are great aids in maintaining skin moisture. Massage shea butter or cocoa butter into your skin several times a day to keep dry skin well moisturized and make stretch marks fade away. In addition, if you do this throughout your pregnancy, you may ward off the formation of stretch marks entirely.
- Olive Oil
Olive oil is a great source of vitamin E, vitamin that helps restore skin tissue. Regular application of olive oil to your skin throughout your pregnancy will undoubtedly help you prevent stretch marks. This oil also softens skin, making stretch marks less likely.
- Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a great healing plant that is also very helpful when it comes to stretch marks. It can be used both during and after pregnancy to reduce stretch marks. It soothes and heals your skin, and is gentle enough to apply daily.
- Sugar
Sugar may not be healthy for your body but it is great for your skin. Prepare a natural, homemade scrub by mixing raw, natural sugar, a few drops of oil and lemon juice. Exfoliate your skin by rubbing the mixture into the affected areas regularly before showering to help make stretch marks less apparent.
- Derma Roller
This device is not expensive and it is all natural. It is supposed to help improve the appearance of stretch marks and scars.
- Apricot Mask
Apricots are known to be very beneficial for the skin due to their high content of vitamin E as well as their nourishing and soothing properties. Mash several apricots and apply the mask to your affected areas. Allow to sit for 15 minutes and then rinse off. Repeat this treatment frequently.
- Turmeric
Aside from its amazing health benefits, Turmeric has also been used in traditional skin care due to its powerful anti-inflammatory properties to treat acne, ease eczema, slow aging and exfoliate dead skin. Women who have experienced its positive effects claim that the combination of turmeric and water or oil is miraculous when it comes to stretch marks. Combine turmeric and water or oil to make a paste and then spread it on your stretchmarks twice a day. This will help make them disappear or at least noticeably reduce their appearance.
- Alfalfa
Alfalfa is truly amazing in its ability to treat all kinds of skin conditions and improve one’s skin both from inside and out. Buy an alfalfa mix powder from a health food store and combine it with chamomile oil to make a paste. Apply to affected areas to tone your skin and reduce the visibility of stretch marks.
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