Which Stretch Mark Remover Will Work Best for You

Is there a perfect stretch mark remover that will work for everyone?  We don’t think so.  However, there are a multitude of stretch mark removers that are utilized with different results.  A growing number of these tend to lean toward the natural approach while others involve a more radical approach, such as cosmetic or laser surgery.  Removing stretch marks may be an involved process and require considerable time, depending on the removal procedure selected, with the costs estimated at about $30 for an effective stretch mark cream to $1,000’s for plastic surgery or laser treatments.  

Which cure works most effectively for you will be determined by the age of your stretch marks, your skin type, and budgetary constraints.  Here is a summary of the most popular ways to get rid of stretch marks:

Be Smart and Hydrate Yourself

Drink just as much or more water as you drink coffee, tea, or soda. Stretchmarks may also be caused by some nutritional dificiencies. Drink significant amounts of water (at least 2 litres on a daily basis) – not soda or juices – because it aids your skin in staying elastic. If you drink a lot of coffee or tea, drink three litres of water a day.

Take Skin Supportive Vitamins

Vitamin E is a very key vitamin to take during pregnancy to avoid stretch marks. Also, a cream or lotion containing Vitamin D will aid in preventing stretch marks. However, because Vitamin E by itself will not work because of the large size of their molecule; lanolin, which has smaller molecules, can be used to receive the ingredients beyond the top layer of skin and aid with skin elasticity.  If you suffer from stretch marks, Vitamin E is thought to improve them by blending away their appearance.  

Stretch Mark Products

The reality is that stretch mark cremes will not elimiinate your stretch marks totally, but can most likely fade your stretch marks appearance to where the damaged skin blends with the surrounding normal skin.  There are many stretch mark lotions and oils that have been manufactured to mantain your skin taut and firm throughout pregnancy and actually help prevent stretch marks from starting.  The creams and lotions that enter the skin deeply will provide longer-lasting moisture that is essential to healthy skin. These stretch mark remover creams are generally recommended for night applications to achieve the best results.

Surgical Options

Surgical treatment is generally the most expensive of the stretch mark removal methods, though repeated laser treatments can result in similar prices.  The facts indicate that surgical treatment is considered to be the most effective and conventional method in eliminating stretch marks. This procedure generally involves the removal of areas of skin where the stretch marks have developed.  The 2nd type of surgical treatment that can help remove stretch marks is laser procedures. This type of procedure is minimally invasive and doesn’t involve scarring or incisions.

Laser treatment of stretch marks and scars are claimed to stimulate collagen production below the skin as the dermal skin layer absorbs the laser light, which in theory fills out the skin and helping to return pigment to the scarred area. But, there is still an argument within the health care industry regarding using lasers in  the treatment of scars and stretch marks.  Even now, many doctors and plastic surgeons believe that lasers can’t effectively treat stretch marks.

In summary, the stretch mark removal alternatives detailed above are all proven to work to different degrees, depending on the individual’s skin type, stretch mark age, and available budget.  The least expensive of the stretch mark removers are the creams and lotions, which fade existing stretch marks and give them the opportunity to blend in with the surrounding skin.  This method is one of the easiest treatments and should be considered first — you may just be very pleased with the results while saving your hard-earned dollars!