Caused by hormonal changes (pregnancy, puberty, etc.), rapid weight loss or weight gain, diseases of the adrenal glands or taking certain medications, these small unsightly streaks that look like scars are in reality a simple tearing of elastic and collagen fibers in the dermis. Most often, stretch marks are purplish or pink at first before becoming pearly white… and becoming more permanent! We then think that it will be impossible to make them disappear without a special cream, a peel, microdermabrasion or laser from your dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon. However, we can certainly take a few measures to reduce stretch marks and prevent them from appearing on our stomach, our thighs or even our buttocks.
You will not find a miracle solution in this article, but some natural secrets to fade them!
1) Adapt your diet and lifestyle
Beware of anything bad for the skin. This is particularly the case with the consumption of alcohol, junk food and tobacco, which promote premature aging of the epidermis. The golden rule is that a good hydration is crucial for the suppleness and good health of the skin. Moreover, take care of your diet with foods rich in vitamin A (orange fruits and vegetables), vitamin B5 (lean meats, milk, etc.), vitamin C (kiwi, cruciferous vegetables, citrus fruits, parsley, etc.) as well as vitamin E. (lawyer…). Above all, don’t ignore omega 3 and 6 which are excellent for skin elasticity. And finally, find out about foods that provide silicon (carrots, tomatoes, etc.) and copper (almonds, dried fruits, etc.).
2) Good natural remedies to reduce stretch marks
Moisturizing the skin daily with an anti-stretch mark treatment not only prevents the appearance of stretch marks (especially during pregnancy and after childbirth), but also reduces them. Ideally, use your product twice a day (morning and evening) and if possible after showering, when the skin absorbs care best. And take the time to massage the skin well to make them penetrate effectively. You can use:
-Of rosehip oil : Rich in vitamins E and A, it cares for the elasticity of the skin, regenerates it and ensures good healing, and promotes the production of collagen.
-Other oils to nourish the skin likesweet almond oill’argan oil or from jojoba which will also soothe tightness and irritation.
-Of gel d’aloe vera which combats encrusted white stretch marks and the appearance of new skin cracks thanks to its anti-inflammatory, curative and regenerative properties
-The nourishing massage with shea butter or at cocoa butter.
3) The recipe for anti-stretch mark treatment with horsetail
Rich in silicon, the field horsetail is a regenerating plant that helps erase streaks. To make your massage oil, count 100 g of plant (to buy in herbalist) for a liter of 40° alcohol and a few drops of lemon juice. Leave to macerate for a month in an airtight bottle, then dilute everything with 500 liters of water.
4) Other anti-stretch mark solutions… in the kitchen!
Head to the kitchen cupboards to find certain foods to apply to the skin to combat stretch marks! This is particularly the case of the carrots. To use, let one steam, then puree it. Once cooled, apply it to the areas to be treated like a mask and leave on for 30 minutes. You can also make another mask with a thick cream texture by crushing avocado with honey and lemon. We would eat it! Last tip, this time for difficult-to-treat stretch marks: peel 5 beets, 5 peaches, and a carrot. Then mix the peach and beetroot skins with the carrot core. You will get an ointment to apply directly to the installed streaks. Very smooth peach skin guaranteed!