Stretch marks, or striae, are lesions that tend to form in
the dermis during periods of hormonal flux, with weight gain or loss, pregnancy, and
other periods of hormone change.
Due to loss of elasticity
in the fibers found under the epidermis,these marks
emerge.
These are difficult to remove but their appearance
can be improved greatly using:
chemical peels: The skin is
cleansed with an agent that removes excess oils and the eyes and hair are protected. One
or more chemical solutions, such as glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid,
lactic acid or (phenol), are applied to small areas on the skin. These applications
produce a controlled wound, enabling new, regenerated skin to
appear.
microdermabrasion:
The affected area is thoroughly cleansed with an antiseptic cleansing agent and then
your doctor will apply a special spray is applied that freezes the
skin.
A high-speed rotary instrument with an abrasive wheel
or brush is used to remove the outer layers of the skin and improve any irregularities
in the skin surface.
lotions and creams :
with retinoids - specifically, retinaldehyde, tretinoin or isotretinoin
trigger skin's regeneration, promoting new skin growth to repair and replace the lost
tissues.
diet and
exercise: Be sure to consume foods that promote skin health: foods rich
in zinc, such as nuts or fish; foods high in vitamin A & Cwhich are natural
antioxidants, such as carrots and citrus fruits and milk; protein-rich foods, such as
eggs.
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