why do i have stretch marks on my arms, side of my stomach, back of my leg and thigh?
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Because you are 14 and are growing, and/or gaining weight.\n\nMany young people your age put on wieght as part of the growing process, so it does not mean there is something wrong with you or your body.\n\nDon't worry about them. They will fade away (mostly) one day.
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Hi I am also a black woman who had this problem. I use Palmers   Cocoa butter after I shower and notice that the stretch marks seem to lighted up and smooth out.I only buy the solid kind not the creamy version because this has shea butter in it which will also help the dark stretch marks to lighten up. Futhermore, don't be stingy when applying if you do this consistently for about a month trust me you will notice a gradual change. Also you will notice that as the stretch marks get older the will naturally start to blend in with your skin. In conclusion, please remember that it is unhealthy to gain weight and lose it so frequently try to keep your weight balanced out. Good Luck!
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u had stretch marks cause you just had a baby! come on!...it's nature......if a man dislikes you cause of stretch marks then he ain't a man at all.....don't be worried cause a true man.and i mean a TRUE man won't pay attention to stretch marks or how big you get...he'll love and appreciate you for who you are!\n~best wishes~
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Diet and exercise are integral to stretch mark treatment geared to prevent the appearance of the mark. Stretch mark occurs when the skin loses its elasticity and suppleness. Thus you should have protein-intensive foods like diary products and eggs, Vitamins A, C and D-enriched foods like carrots, oranges and lemon and zinc-containing fish and nuts to maintain a healthy skin.\n\nDrink plenty of water and steer clear off aerated and caffeinated drinks. After all what you eat shows on you!\n\nAlso, have your daily quota of exercise in some form or the other. Regular exercise has its proven benefits: a sculpted body, improved blood circulation and healthy, firm skin.
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I wish I could post my belly pic as I have the most heinous stretchies ever...I cant find a finger width of normal skin between them. You can have laser treatment (think tattoo removal) but it only eliminates 30% of the marks.  Don't bother with the cocoa butter stuff as that does as much for stretch marks as the gas and air does for labour pain (not much).  Apparently Bio oil can reduce them but not cure them. Just resolve never to wear a bikini again, or get them tattoo'd over to look like tiger stripes!!
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Hi. Im hotter then average. (not to be conceited)Ihave a beautiful face, a kick ass body which i work out everyday, long pretty hair (which looks fake) and i dress hot. But i have stretch marks. And??? During a steamy sex session no guy was like,"WOAH!!! STOP!! You have a few STRECH MARKS on your upper thigh!!! EEEWWEEE LEAVE!!!"  Hmmmm....
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There are a variety of creams and lotions to prevent stretch marks which you can find at any local grocery/department store (such as Walmart and Target), but I believe you may have to pay to have them removed. Consult with your family doctor for other options.
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You mean cellulite, or stretch marks?  It appears when you're larger than the normal size, or if you weigh heavier than the normal weight for your height.  That is to accommodate the fat that is being stored up in the body.\n\nActually, it just doesn't happen with women, it also appears on men, though predominantly on women.
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I have two children, and where my stomach expanded so much (I was real small before) I have alot of stretch marks. The coco butter theory didnt really work, i tryed - but there's a creme call Eucerin that I started using and it made a big difference, and also Tanning helps them (or the illusion of them). But before i had a few big ones that almost looked like scars and the eucerin actually faded them all the way gone
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I have experienced this in the past.  All it means is that your breasts are growing (through gaining weight or becoming pregnant, etc.) and your skin is not elastic enough to accomodate the extra growth.\n\nTry using Mederma on it each day.  It will help to reduce the marks and prevent new ones from coming.  Don't worry, the red stretch marks will fade to the color of the rest of your skin.
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Go to my question in the health and beauty section of the health and beauty section; it asks for help from 'other mums, or docs or nurses or dermitologists', it asks about stretch marks, as well, mine are from having a child; but all stretch marks are the same, scarring from the skin stretching.  It has quite a few answers so far.  Hope this helps!
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You can usually find some sort of Vitamin E cream for stretch marks at a drugstore or WalMart.
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Stretch marks are caused by over stretching the skin which results in damage to the collagen layers. Short of having surgery to remove them, nothing makes stretch marks go away.  Losing weight may cause them to shrink, and time causes them to fade but not disappear.
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maybe see a dermatologist, you might have some idiosyncrasies with regards to your underarm
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seriously, there is no magic cream out there that is going to get rid of stretch marks or cellulite. mederma is a cream you can buy at most drug stores, it isn't cheap, about 25 dollars a tube. it will diminish the look of the stretch marks and scars but will not totally get rid of them. as far as cellulite, exercise is the best remedy. there is no cream that can take care of that. you just have to be happy with yourself sweetie. love your body and all it's flaws.  try to fix them if it means that much, but in the end, your skin will wrinkle anyway. if you're doing this for someone else, tell them to go to hell! just be true to yourself!
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I used to body build and stretch marks are a no no...you need to buy vitamin E enriched lotion and apply it to the area every chance you get.  Taking vitamin E pills will also help.
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Stretch marks are an inevitable result of pregnancy or rapid weight loss for some men and women. However, the following steps may help you reduce their appearance.\nInstructions \nSTEP 1: Brush your skin with a loofah or skin brush when you shower to stimulate circulation. STEP 2: Massage cocoa butter into the stretch marks. STEP 3: Use vitamin E oil on your stretch marks. Massage it into your skin after a shower. STEP 4: Talk to your doctor about using tretinoin cream on stretch marks. It is available by prescription only. STEP 5: Eat foods high in vitamins A, E and C (see Related eHows), or take supplements in addition to your diet. However, pregnant women should avoid taking more than 25,000 IU of vitamin A. STEP 6: Add foods or supplements to your diet that are high in zinc (see Related eHow), which is good for the skin, and silica (beets, brown rice, bell peppers, soybeans, leafy green vegetables and whole grains), which helps form collagen, the supporting fibers in the skin. STEP 7: Eat foods that contain essential fatty acids, which help make cell walls. Essential fatty acids can be found in many vegetables, vegetable oils and fish oils. Tips & Warnings \nLasers have shown some promise in reducing the appearance of stretch marks. They seem to work best on stretch marks that are still fairly new and are red or purple in color. \nCheck your local supermarket or drugstore for commercial creams such as Belly Butter, a moisturizing and replenishing maternity body cream. \nAlways consult your doctor or a medical professional before making changes to your diet.