Stretch Marks- The Effective Treatments
The skin is known to have a middle layer of Collagen which is known as the connective tissue of body. Skin can not bounce back once it has been overstretched to the extent that it crosses the elastic limit of collagen.
The rupture of the tissue which is caused by over stretching results in appearance of fine red and purple streaks on the stretched portion of body. It is an advice of skin specialists that people should take extra care of stretch marks in their initial stages. There are various effective non surgical ways that easily curb the growth of stretch marks. The major causes that occupy the picture when the reasons for stretch marks are considered are, sudden growth of the body during pregnancy, rapid sessions of muscle building activities and weight gain by boys and girls during puberty.
The abdominal areas, breasts, hips and thighs are some of the most affected areas. Several treatments are available in order to get rid of stretch marks. The success of any treatment depends on various factors like the age of the person, the skin type, history of stretch marks if any and the hormones.
The surgery methods that dissolve these marks include laser treatment and chemical peel treatment of skin. Several Over-the-counter treatments for stretch marks are also available which include application of suitable lotions and crГЁmes present in the market. A very homely way of treating these marks is by regulating diet and including more of liquid food and plenty of water into it.
