Stretch marks are visible lines on the skin surface and are mainly found in the tummy, over the thighs, upper arms, buttocks and breasts and lower back. Sometimes stretch marks can cover large areas of the body. Mostly, pregnancy is the main cause behind stretch marks, other reasons can be sudden gain or loss in weight, rapid growth, heredity factors, stress and changes in physical conditions, mostly due to work out.
The skin consists of three main layers: Epidermis (the outer layer), Dermis (the middle layer) and Subcutaneous (the deepest layer). Stretch marks form in the dermis or middle layer of the skin when the connective tissue is “stretched” beyond the power of its flexibility due to rapid expansion or contraction of the skin.
As skin is stretched, the collagen is weakened and its normal production cycle is interrupted and damaged. This ultimately results in fine scars under the top layer of the skin.
Initially the marks look pink or red, but over time a thin, silvery line appears on the skin surface and a stretch mark is born.
1.Castor Oil
2.Aloe Vera
3.Egg Whites
Apply thick layer of egg white onto the affected area. Let it dry, wash and apply olive oil on the affected area.
4.Lemon Juice
Rub lemon onto the affected area using circular motion. Let it soak and then rinse off.
5.Sugar
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By: Archa Dave
