Stretch marks also known as striae are a form of scarring on the skin. Stretch marks are caused by tearing of the dermis, this happens due to rapid stretching of the skin associated with rapid growth or rapid weight changes. Stretch marks may also be influenced by hormonal changes associated with puberty, body building, pregnancy or hormone replacement therapy. Stretch marks occurs when the body grows faster than the skin can keep up with, and this causes the elastic fibers just under the surface of the skin to break.
Stretch marks can be formed in different parts of the body like the belly, thighs, breasts, hips, arms, buttocks and lower back. About 85% of women get stretch marks during the sixth to ninth month of pregnancy. Genetics also play a role, if your mother had them during pregnancy then you’re most likely to get them too during pregnancy. Dark skinned women tend to develop stretch marks that are lighter than their skin tone, while light skinned women develop pinkish stretch marks.
Prevention:- There’s no known way to prevent stretch marks, but using a lotion or cream rich in Vitamin E, K and Iron such as Belle Déesse VCNO would make your skin smoother and it helps the itchiness on the belly that comes with pregnancy. Also staying well hydrated with water helps from within. We suggest Belle Déesse VCNO because of it’s antioxidant properties which fights free radicals to gradually fade the appearance of stretch marks. Belle Déesse Virgin Coconut Oil contains Vitamin E,K and Iron which helps fade stretch marks. And as some of us know virgin coconut oil contains Lauric Acid which has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties which aids healing and fights bacteria. Belle Déesse Virgin Coconut Oil keeps the skin soft.
Belle Déesse VCNO Sugar Scrub:- There are lots of ways to use Belle Déesse VCNO on stretch marks but I’ll talk about one that can easily be done Everyday.
Mix 2 tablespoons of Belle Déesse VCNO with 2 tablespoons of sugar, Stir well until it’s completely mixed. Now gently massage onto the affected area, and leave on for 15 – 25mins. Rinse out with lukewarm water. Do this everyday to help fade the stretch marks.
Remember natural skin care takes time so be patient and you’ll see results.
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