How can I get rid of stretch marks and prevent them?
824018
Stretch marks not only come from pregnant and fat people, but also unhealthy skin.  You should take some omega 3 fatty acids for your skin's health.  You need to moisturize as well.  Most of us have stretch marks.  They are really hard to get rid of.  Prevent by eating right (Sugar ages you and your skin FAST so treat it like the poison it is) and keeping your skin moist from the inside and outside.\nGood luck!
1052920
Unfortunately you can never get rid of stretch marks once they're there - sucks, doesn't it. But they will fade in time to a silvery white colour, everyone says they're hardly noticable but I'm very self conscious about mine and I think they're quite obvious. But anyway, you can pay a fortune for creams and stuff that claim to get rid of them, but none of them actually work. Best bet is to buy some Palmers cocoa butter (you can get it in most pharmacies) and use it daily. It won't get rid of the stretch marks, but it'll help them fade a bit quicker and it'll also mean you won't get more if you put on more weight.
165743
palmer's cocoa butter.\n\nyou will want to rub it in 2-3 times a day.  you should look for it in the tub.  it is thicker than regular creams.  the thicker the better.  it takes a while to disappear, but mostly my opinion is that the constant rubbing motion is what helps reduce the stretch marks.  we have had two children and no obvious marks, only a few in the hair line.  you can even find this stuff on e-bay.\nhope this helps.\ngood luck
1034650
yes: rub baby oil or vitamin e cream on them\n\nAlthough there are tons of creams and other skin products on the market that claim to eliminate stretch marks, the truth is that most are ineffective and often costly. You can't make stretch marks go away entirely without the help of a dermatologist (a doctor who specializes in treating skin problems) or plastic surgeon. These doctors may use one of many types of treatments - from actual surgery to techniques such as microdermabrasion and laser treatment - that reduce the appearance of stretch marks. These techniques are expensive and are not usually recommended for people in their teen years because they are not finished growing and their stretch marks will probably diminish over time anyway.
278776
Mederma is one cream that's helpful against stretch marks. Also, Palmers Cocoa Butter is really good.
837702
To prevent stretch marks and scars effectively use cocoa butter or a mixture of olive oil and herbs. You can find more cheap and natural remedies for stretch marks and scars at http://www.wellnesstalk.org/stretchmarks
807621
The stretch marks are actually the very thin skin in between.\n\nUnfortunately there's not anything that will remove them.  It's "emergency skin" due to fast weight gain (pregnancy).\n\nYou can improve the appearance by using prescription Retin-A .1% cream.  Take about 3 months to see progress.\n\nWe discuss stretch marks and extra skin after weight loss at the Kimkins Diet site.\n\nWarning - Don't use Retin-A if you're nursing or pregnant.  It's serious medicine.
891978
Change your diet to inclued more vegetable and fruits. Cut out as much meat such as beef and pork as possible. Do leg exercises and walk at least two miles a day. In the evening before bed put aloe vera gel from the plant directly on the stretch marks and let dry. Do this every day until the stretch marks are gone. Aloe Vera in it's purest form, directly from the leaf is used on burn patients to keep the scarring to a minimum and to help heal the damaged skin.
1077500
If you are under 18, you likely have stretch marks from weight lifting, and I'm guessing you weren't a very stocky guy to start with.  They will go away, though possibly not for a year or two.  There are products you can use to ease stretch marks, the same as pregnant women use for their stomachs.
170500
Unfortunately stretch marks are the result of skin over stretching, often from quick gain of weight/size like pregnancy.  They will minimalize over time and some specialized creams may take away the redness, however.  Stretch marks are permanent.  Cosmetic surgury may be an option for some people.
535517
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.
108711
HI! You need to try Strivectin SD. It's a miracle cream for stretch marks and wrinkles. It's made by Klein Becker go here to read more about it\nhttp://www.kleinbecker.com/sd/index.php\nBut it is expensive. I have been using it for awhile. I now buy them in bulk, and get a better price and I sell samples to friends and other internet users. I have an auction on yahoo. Just go to\nhttp://auctions.yahoo.com/auction/98319206
289495
Just let time take care of them and don't waste your money on those creams that are suppose to get rid of stretch marks, they don't work.  I have stretch marks from being pregnant and I am 21 too.  I hate them sooooo much, but I have to let time do it's thang!!!
363141
Time...inexpensive and that is all it takes.\n\nYour stretch marks will gradually become much less noticeable months after you give birth (or after losing a lot of weight) but will never go away as they are similar to scars. However, you can see a dermatologist to discuss treatment. Here are a few options:\n\n1. tretinoin cream (commonly known by the trade name Retin-A)\n2. laser therapy\n\nYour health insurance plan will not cover "cosmetic" procedures so you'll probably want to find out what this will cost.
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Stretch Mark Lightening Treatment \nThis is a wonderful, tried and tested treatment for stretch marks people get when they knock the pounds off. \n4Teaspoons brewed coffee\n1Cup coconut oil\n\n1. Mix the brewed coffee and coconut oil in a bowl. \n2. Allow it to boil. \n3. Remove from heat. \n4. Allow it to cool down to room temperature. \n5. Every night, rub this mixture over your stretch marks. \n6. This will gradually lighten the marks. \n7. If you want to remove the marks completely, you would have to go in for microdermabrasion.
749387
A good moisturiser containing collagen and elastin should help.If the marks are really bad get a cosmetic brand of cellulite cream and use that. They should fade on their own anyway but it depends on how bad they are. How long have you had them and are they on your stomach or breasts or both?
1043118
Yes, it can happen with rapid weight gain - one reason pregnant women often get them.  Except celebrities - have you noticed that?  Because they know (or have someone there to tell them) that the way to avoid stretch marks is to keep your skin moisturized ALL the time.  Concentrate on the areas where you've already got some, but add areas like the back of your knees, and the back of your upper arms.  Just keep the moisturizer coming and you should be okay in the future.  Sorry I can't help with those you've already got, but at least this will keep them from getting worse.