does massaging stretch marks help it fade?
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i saw this thing on extreme makeover where a doctor like... puts something on your stomach and it like fades them but it doesnt take them away permanently.. i really dont know what its called but its kinda like one of those things they use on pregnant stomachs (but not) but at bath & body works they have this cream stuff called "Stretch Mark Solution Body Butter" for 12.00.. use that daily or as directed and it might work. I personally never heard of the massaging thing.
567953
Makes the skin softer and more plyable. That is good for helping to prevent stretch marks. It doesn't always work though. As for using it to remove scars or wrinles there hasn't been any real proof it would help. However you will smell and feel good. So enjoy!
629394
Hi DJ, I do not what to disappoint you, but I have got stretch marks as well and I can tell you that none of all so-called stretch removal creams or alike do not help, do not waste money.However, I can suggest you how to prevent a new stretch marks - Usually you fell itchy in particular parts, so do not scratch and if it is possible apply moisturizing creams or oils, but try not to scratch. My sister was pregnant, she followed my advise I she does not have stretches on tummy, but she did not take care of her legs (because she gained weight)and there are stretch marks.Take care
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.
908968
stretchmarks are impossible to get rid of, but if you use cocoa butter on them every day, they will fade quicker
1082463
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
477342
honey MEN do not care when they are in the heat of passion. If has not said nothing to you then I woul not worry about it. I can really only say what I was told work out to tighten loose skin. you have to have stretch marks removed by laser surgey.
1614
There's no way that i know of personally to get rid of stretchmarks. There are however ways to lighten them up so that they aren't as apparent. There are treatment creams for making them lighter.
371450
use Vitamin E enriched creams or lotions. Vitamin E helps in reducing stretch marks.
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.
571557
No over-the-counter cream or lotion can remove those lines. Stretch marks occur in the middle layer of the skin, called the dermis, and common creams can't reach that far deep. Vitamin E and cocoa butter treatments can make your skin feel soft and supple, but they won't make your skin mark-free. You'll need to talk to a doctor, dermatologist, or plastic surgeon if you want to seriously reduce the lines.  Prescription creams containing Tretinoin, also called Retin-A, may help reduce the appearance of fresh stretch marks. These creams should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This type of treatment will not eliminate stretch marks completely, and it won't work on older marks that have already faded from red.\nA French treatment called Endermologie claims to reduce scarring. A machine with rollers and gentle suction is used to massage and exfoliate the affected area. Again, this won't remove stretch marks, but it may enhance the overall appearance of the skin.\nLaser surgery is sometimes used to lessen the severity of stretch marks, but the results are mixed. Microdermabrasion has been somewhat more successful in changing the appearance of stretch marks. Both treatments are expensive and should only be performed by qualified doctors.
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There is no medical proof that creams really help prevent stretch marks, even though some clai, they do.  The best way to prevent stretch marks is keeping weight gain steady, gradual, and moderate. Also, a good diet is always good for your skin's elasticity. \nIf you already have stretch marks, you can feel good knowing that they will gradually fade to a silvery sheen. You can also discuss with a dermatologist the possibility of reducing their visiblity with laser therapy or Retin-A.
880621
I'm very fair skinned. I have stretch marks from pregnancy. I've tried trilastin, strivectin, barmons, and almost all others claiming to remove stretch marks.  Please don't waste your money.  None of them work.  I've had the best results with simple home exfoliation but they are still there.  I don't think there is any way to remove them.  I saw something on TV about a new laser that can possibly return the skin to proper color but I've only found a clinic in Beverly Hills, CA.  I've also heard that chemical peels can improve or remove stretchmarks but I purchased one recently and my result is severely burned skin. Please try to accept yourself for the unique person you are.  Dare to be different.  That is what I've finally come to.  We are so bombarded by the media to  look perfect when in the real world it doesn't exist. I'm sure you are beautiful just he way you are.
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Your stretch marks will gradually become much less noticeable months after you give birth 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\ntretinoin cream (commonly known by the trade name Retin-A)\nlaser 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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It's not possible to completely get rid of stretch marks, but you can lighten them using vitamin E oil or cocoa butter.
22630
There is no real way to prevent stretch marks.  Lotions, retin-A, and cocoa butter may keep the skin supple and soft, but these tears often occur at deeper levels of the skin than can be reached with topical emollients.  If your skin is predisposed to stretch marks, you'll have them, and that's pretty much all there is to it.\n\nOver time, most stretch marks will fade and blend into the skin.  The best way to deal with them is to just accept them.  I call mine "medals of honor" for going through an arduous labor!
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Your stretch marks will gradually become much less noticeable months after you give birth 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. \n\nOTC preparations do not work so you would be throwing your money away.  Just give it some time.  Instead of focusing negatively on the stretch marks, concentrate on what a wonderful baby you now have.  There are many women who would gladly have your stretch marks if only they could be blessed with a baby.