Having stretch marks is considered a nightmare by many women. The obsession with physical beauty has made women want to look perfect in every part of their body. Certainly, having breast stretch marks can ruin that unforgiving concept of beauty. The good news is that stretch marks can be somehow avoided and, if you have the money, can be cured.
Dermatology has defined stretch marks, also called as striae, as a form of scarring on the skin caused by the tearing of the dermis, which is the middle layer helping the skin retain its original shape. Stretch marks develop when there is rapid stretching of the skin, which happens during immediate growth in early puberty or in the last stages of pregnancy. When the rapid stretching of the skin overpowers the elasticity of the dermis, causing streaks in a silvery white due to appear on the affected areas, which may be the thighs, buttocks, hips, belly, arms, and/or breasts. This means that, as long as the dermis is supported, no breast stretch marks will occur.
Thus, perhaps the best way to fight breast stretch marks is to avoid getting them. You must ensure the dermis in your chest area remains supported especially when you are experiencing weight gain due to pregnancy or some other cause. To help you do this, use an effective moisturizer, lotion or oil and massage your breasts regularly to help improve blood circulation and the elasticity of your skin. Studies have shown that regular application of Trofolastin or Verum can prevent the development of several depressed skin streaks or stretch marks. Trofolastin is a cream that contains collagen-elastin hydrolysates, vitamin E, and extracts of Centella asiatica, while Verum is yet another creams that contains elastin, hyaluronic acid, menthol, panthenol, and vitamin E. Together, these ingredients provide the supportive material that prevents epidermal and dermal tearing.
There is an ingredient found in creams, ointments, lotions, and other topical medications that claim to lighten stretch marks which you should avoid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding: Retin-A. There have been studies that associated Retin-A with risks in pregnancies. Although there is no proof that Retin-A has adverse effects on mothers who breastfeed and their babies, doctors have advised against using stretch marks solutions containing this substance. Cocoa butter, on the other hand, is one ingredient that enjoys popularity and is highly recommended.
Stretch marks first appear in a color that's far from your skin color. They are usually born in purple, brown, or reddish color but will soon fade into gray. While stretch marks will totally disappear, breast stretch marks can be cured to lighten fast and blend with the color of your skin so that they will become less noticeable to the unknowing eye.
Some women resort to cosmetic surgery to remove their breast stretch marks. Laser treatments and dermabrasion are some of the technological cures for stretch marks, not only in the breast area but in other areas in the body that have stretch marks
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Thursday, July 8, 2010
Stretch Marks On Breast
Stretch marks on breast are actually small tears that form in the tissue that supports the skin and helps it stretch. Stretch marks represent the tearing or separation of collagen from the skin when tearing occurs. Stretch marks are not harmful or painful and usually fade over time.
Weight loss/weight gain ? Putting on a lot of weight over a short time can also cause stretch marks. And if you are on a diet and intended to lose weight, there is a possibility in the appearance of stretch marks. On relieving stretch marks, nothing is known as an exact treatment for the marks. But the following initial treatments should help you to fade stretch marks on the breast.
Skin over the abdomen is supple and has an underneath fat deposition. Sudden loss of weight after the baby is born makes the skin loose and striae appear prominent at that time, which is when most women start worrying about them. Normally after pregnancy, these stretch marks fade away slowly as the body comes back to normalcy and is repairing all the tissues. Usually after12 months post partum these marks do fade away and are much lighter than before.
Various stretch mark treatments are available for breast stretch mark removal like TriLastin or Revitol creams, You may also use Vitamin E oil or Palmers cocoa butter. If the stretch marks are really severe and these treatments do not help, consult your health care specialist, as there are laser treatments, dermabrasion, tretenoin, isotretenoin, adepalin as well as other methods.
Breast stretch marks may be formed on the belly, buttocks, thighs, upper arms or breasts or any area where fat tends to accumulate. The main cause of breast stretch marks is that during pregnancy the hormones begin to induce the breasts for lactating to feed the unborn baby. If the person's weight gain is sudden and enormous the skin and underlying tissue stretch beyond their capacity, the collagen deep in the tissues break apart.
Pregnancy stretch marks are not at all harmful and can be treated easily by some herbal treatments also. These herbal treatments include daily massage with cocoa butter, olive oil, wheat germ oil. Other home made recipes can also be tried as they can in no way harm your skin. These recipes includes rubbing of apricot scrub on affected areas.
It is advisable that you should never overeat as it may result in rapid weight gain. Also, you should never cut your diet too much which may reduce your weight instantly. Every step, whether for gaining or losing should be taken slowly to avoid the occurrence of pregnancy stretch marks. One of the most important advices given by the doctors to all the expected mothers is to have a good natural source of folic acid.
Women with serious patches may have to opt for laser treatment or dermabrasion. These options have become quite popular in the recent years, because they offer a high success rate. Laser treatment can totally reduce or significantly reduce the presence of stretch marks on breast, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, arms, and hips. Laser treatment is an expensive option, but well worth a try.
Weight loss/weight gain ? Putting on a lot of weight over a short time can also cause stretch marks. And if you are on a diet and intended to lose weight, there is a possibility in the appearance of stretch marks. On relieving stretch marks, nothing is known as an exact treatment for the marks. But the following initial treatments should help you to fade stretch marks on the breast.
Skin over the abdomen is supple and has an underneath fat deposition. Sudden loss of weight after the baby is born makes the skin loose and striae appear prominent at that time, which is when most women start worrying about them. Normally after pregnancy, these stretch marks fade away slowly as the body comes back to normalcy and is repairing all the tissues. Usually after12 months post partum these marks do fade away and are much lighter than before.
Various stretch mark treatments are available for breast stretch mark removal like TriLastin or Revitol creams, You may also use Vitamin E oil or Palmers cocoa butter. If the stretch marks are really severe and these treatments do not help, consult your health care specialist, as there are laser treatments, dermabrasion, tretenoin, isotretenoin, adepalin as well as other methods.
Breast stretch marks may be formed on the belly, buttocks, thighs, upper arms or breasts or any area where fat tends to accumulate. The main cause of breast stretch marks is that during pregnancy the hormones begin to induce the breasts for lactating to feed the unborn baby. If the person's weight gain is sudden and enormous the skin and underlying tissue stretch beyond their capacity, the collagen deep in the tissues break apart.
Pregnancy stretch marks are not at all harmful and can be treated easily by some herbal treatments also. These herbal treatments include daily massage with cocoa butter, olive oil, wheat germ oil. Other home made recipes can also be tried as they can in no way harm your skin. These recipes includes rubbing of apricot scrub on affected areas.
It is advisable that you should never overeat as it may result in rapid weight gain. Also, you should never cut your diet too much which may reduce your weight instantly. Every step, whether for gaining or losing should be taken slowly to avoid the occurrence of pregnancy stretch marks. One of the most important advices given by the doctors to all the expected mothers is to have a good natural source of folic acid.
Women with serious patches may have to opt for laser treatment or dermabrasion. These options have become quite popular in the recent years, because they offer a high success rate. Laser treatment can totally reduce or significantly reduce the presence of stretch marks on breast, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, arms, and hips. Laser treatment is an expensive option, but well worth a try.
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