Caused by hormonal changes (pregnancy, puberty, etc.), weight loss or rapid weight gain, diseases of the adrenal glands or the taking of certain drugs, these small unsightly streaks that look like scars are in reality a simple tearing of elastic fibers and collagen in the dermis. Most often, stretch marks are purplish or pink at first before becoming pearly white… and settling more permanently! It is then believed that it will be impossible to make them disappear without a special cream, a peel, microdermabrasion or a laser at your dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon. However, we can take a few measures to reduce stretch marks and prevent them from settling on our stomach, our thighs or our buttocks.
You will not find a miracle solution in this article, therefore, but some natural secrets to blur 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 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, crucifers, citrus fruits, parsley, etc.) as well as vitamin E (lawyer…). Above all, do not shy away from omega 3 and 6 which are excellent for the elasticity of the skin. 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 to reduce them. Ideally, use your product twice a day (morning and evening) and if possible after the shower, when the skin absorbs the treatments 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 takes care of the elasticity of the skin, regenerates it and ensures good healing, and promotes collagen production.
-Other oils to nourish the skin likesweet almond oil, theArgan Oil or from jojoba which will also soothe tightness and irritation.
-Of aloe vera gel which fights encrusted white stretch marks such as the appearance of new skin cracks thanks to its anti-inflammatory, curative and regenerative properties
-The nourishing massage Shea Butter or to cocoa butter.
3) The recipe for anti-stretch mark treatment with horsetail
Rich in silicon, 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 l 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 fight stretch marks! This is particularly the case of the carrot. To use it, let one steam it, then mash it. Once cooled, apply it to the areas to be treated as a mask to 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 ! Last tip, this time for stretch marks that are difficult to treat: peel 5 beets, 5 peaches, and a carrot. Then mix the peach and beet skins with the core of the carrot. You will get an ointment to apply directly to the installed streaks. Very smooth peach skin guaranteed!