Mederma For Stretch Marks

Stretch marks or the ugly streaks of discolored skin are caused when the middle layer of the skin, the dermis gets torn. The dermis consists of elastin and collagen which provides it the suppleness to endure strains and stretches. When it gets stretched by rapid weight gain or due to growth at puberty, stretch marks begin to appear. They also become prominent when there is rapid weight loss. They are more likely to occur in women than men. Stretch marks also develop in the bodies of people who follow exercise regimes to build muscles.

Though stretch marks do not have any medical repurcussions, they do cause much mental agony to their sufferers. Most people try out a number of methods to get rid of them. Unfortunately they do not always meet with success. Stretch marks are said to occur because of hormonal fluctuations and frequently develop at places where the body stores fat. Therefore they can be often seen at the stomach, breasts, upper arm, thighs and buttocks. Several treatment methods exist for stretch marks with each having different levels of relief. However what works for one may or may not work for the other. Quite a number of people advocate the use of Mederma for stretch marks.

There are some measures that can be taken to reduce the chances of stretch marks forming on your skin. Maintain proper body weight and avoid gaining weight suddenly. If you do need to reduce weight then avoid rapid loss as this can cause stretch marks. If you are an avid muscle builder then do not put excessive strain on your body. Pregnant women should be careful of gaining too much weight as this can again aggravate stretch marks. It is also a good idea to take good care of your skin and massage it regularly. Stretch marks do fade over time though this can take years to happen. Cortico steroids as well as some medical conditions like Cushing's Syndrome are also known to cause these marks.

Creams are commonly used for removing stretch marks. Other than this a number of techniques are also used to decrease the havoc caused by stretch marks. Some of these are laser treatments and dermabrasion. As stretch marks are normally associated with hormonal disturbances it is really not possible to prevent them, but the timely application of certain creams can certainly help to lessen the impact of these fluctuations. This in turn prevents formation of stretch marks. A proper diet containing vitamin A and E is often advised as a diet that lacks essential vitamins and minerals can worsen the problem. It is equally important to drink adequate amount of water to keep your skin hydrated.

One of the many creams used for reducing stretch marks is Skinception. Revitol Stretch Mark Cream is also often suggested to prevent stretch marks. This cream contains natural ingredients and said to be safe for use in pregnancy. Both these creams work by encouraging collagen formation which is essential for skin elasticity. If the skin has more elasticity the likelihood of its rupture and subsequent stretch marks is considerably reduced. Other than this there are other creams like Dermalogy Stretch Mark Cream, Trilastin-Sr, Revitagen-Fx and StriVectin-SD. Dermalogy Cream contains aloe vera and extracts of grapefruit seeds as well as Vitamins A, E and D3 all of which are good for the skin. StriVectin-SD has peptides that repairs and eliminates marks.

Mederma Stretch Marks Therapy is a remarkable product that has three main components. These are Cepalin, Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid. Cepalin is an onion extract which helps to reduce the discoloration of stretch marks and gradually improves the appearance. Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in the body and is said to counter the effects of aging and reduces marks. Centella Asiatica is found naturally in India, Sri Lanka and other Asian countries. It is thought to help in aging and healing wounds. All three combine together to assist in reducing the effects of stretch marks. However Mederma for Stretch marks is more effective on relatively new scars and may not be so effective on older scars. Therefore the best time to begin using Mederma for stretch marks is as soon as the first marks begin to appear. This will also help to prevent the formation of new marks.

The best results can be achieved by using Mederma for stretch marks twice daily. Although the effect will begin to show within 4 weeks of application it is better to use it for 12 weeks for it to work properly.