Stretch marks (striae) are a woman’s worst nightmare. They start out as pinkish or purple streaks on our thighs, breasts, buttocks or stomach and over time they become white or silvery. Unlike a pimple or a grey hair, stretch marks require effective treatment solutions to be successfully removed.

Recent advances in cosmetic and dermatological science have seen several creams, lotions, treatments and procedures available to solve the stretch mark problem. Using these treatments you are sure to get the results you desire and get your figure and confidence back.

Stretch marks generally appear after periods of fast growth or around the abdomen after child birth. They are caused when the dermis is stretched beyond capacity and unfortunately very few of us women escape unscathed.

Affordable and effective, Bio Oil has become a very popular treatment for reducing the appearance of stretchmarks and repairing the damaged skin. This product contains high levels of vitamin A, E and Purcellin oil a trademarked ingredient. It is not a quick fix, but by applying it twice a day you will see good results.

Another popular topical treatment is Strivectin-SD. This product comes with a 100% money back guarantee and contains Butylene Glycol, vitamin A and C and shea butter as a deep moisturizer.

If you don’t have the time or patience to wait for a cream to work, then there are cosmetic procedures available at your dermatologist to remove stretch marks. Treatment with an “excimer laser” repairs the damaged tissue that causes stretch marks using high powered ultraviolet light. Following the procedure the treated area may be red and tender, but recovery time is quick and results are very good. Microdermabrasion is another professional treatment on offer. This process involves the use of aluminum oxide crystals to exfoliate the skin and remove the affected skin layers. This treatment is almost completely painless, has no recovery time and results are immediate.

Another successful method for removing stretch marks is a tummy tuck. This cosmetic procedure involves removing the stretched skin in a surgical operation. Results are incredible, but there is also a substantial cost, risk of complications, pain and recovery time associated. Other treatments should be investigated before going under the knife.

Stretch marks affect millions of people around the world and dent their self confidence. But there is no need to suffer any longer as there are options available that will remove your stretch marks and leave your skin renewed.

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