When we think about stretch mark the first things comes in mind is that marks remove permanently or not. What kind of treatment should I take?", "Is surgery the only answer for stretch mark removal?". There are still a lot of questions that might come bugling in your mind; for this reason, both men and women should develop the thinking that there are ways on how to permanently remove stretch marks.
when fat is stored in the body Stretch marks are scars that can appear anywhere, such as in the stomach, upper arms, thighs, breasts, and buttocks. Bodybuilding, intense physical activity, childbirth and rapid weight loss are all causes of stretch marks. The marks start at the very root of your skin, which makes them extremely hard to remove.
There Are 2 Types of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks vary in color and appearance. However, they can be classified into two types:
- Red stretch marks (striae rubra) form because of the stretching of the dermal layer of the skin, allowing the blood vessels in the layer below to show through. So they called red stretch marks.
- White stretch marks (striae alba) appear where the blood vessels have receded, showing the fat beneath the dermal layer. This explains their silvery white appearance. So they called white stretch marks.
Stretch marks often occur:
- Due to rapid weight gain
- During pregnancy period
- During puberty
- Having family history of stretch marks
- Having underlying health condition or a syndrome, such as Cushing's syndrome or Marfan syndrome
- Prolonged or inappropriate use of corticosteroid medication
What causes stretch marks at a teenage?
Stretch marks are a common issue as no one may escape from it, whether they’re young or old. Even though a lack of skin elasticity might be the reason that causes skin tissues to break, stretch marks can be caused by several things, as mentioned earlier.
One of the main reason is puberty which causes stretch marks at a young age. It’s a part of growing up and it will fade after a time as long as you keep your body fit and healthy. It’s very important that you treat stretch marks when the first time it occurs.
Reasons for women getting stretch marks:
- Genetics.
- Rapid weight gain and loss.
- Body expansion during adolescence
- Some medications can cause stretch marks, such as steroids that cause bloating through water retention.
- Emotional issues such as alcoholism or drug use.
- Pregnancy.
How can get rid of stretch marks?
There have been numerous treatments which helps like as lasers, peels, “natural” oils, Retin-A, and silicone gels, to name a few. However, since stretch marks are essentially a scar from the inside out, there is no treatment that makes them disappear completely.
For better treatment and result you have to consult dermatologist nearby you which help you to encounter stretch marks.