It is caused due to rapid stretch in the skin. Actually it is the linear scars, by which thin layers of the skin is affected. It usually affects the woman during the time of the pregnancy. So pregnant woman should be watchful and do the needful to reduce the stretch marks. It is also associated with obesity.
Initially the stretch marks appear to be reddish or purple lines. Gradually this color fades with the age and turns into silver color. The area of the skin affected by the this problem looks empty and gives the feeling of softness when touched.
There are three layers of the skin, the top layer is called the epidermis, the middle layer is known as dermis and the innermost layer is known as subcutaneous stratum. Before going for the treatment of healing the stretch marks, we should know the details about the skin. Dermis helps to give the shape to our body and when it is stretched due to pregnancy or obesity it becomes less elastic and loses its support and causes the tearing of the layer of dermis and epidermis which is known as stretch marks. The best option for the treatment of this problem is cream. A higih quality of natural and herbal stretch mark creams heals it to a great extent. Usually stretch marks appear in the fatty area like our stomach, breasts, upper arms, hips, buttocks and inner and outer thighs.
One more method to get rid of the stretch marks is surgical methods such as dermabrasion and chemical peels. Much new advancements have been made in the field of laser surgery also for the treatment of this problem. The success of healing of the stretch marks depends upon the tone of the skin, diet and the age also.
Many counterpart treatments are also available to prevent stretch marks skin problem. They are stretch mark removal cream, butter lotion, olive oil remedy, aloe Vera, vitamin E oil etc. Some home remedies formula is also available for the removal of stretch marks and the scars. Try to apply quality of stretch mark creams over the affected area throughout pregnancy.
Regular exercises, drinking plenty of water and proper diet help in maintaining the skin healthy. Excess intake of water keeps the skin soft and elasticity and so the skin gets less affected.
For the faster and easier removal of the stretch marks, use a high quality of treatment.