Why Do I Get Stretch Marks?
/What causes stretch marks to appear? Well, that is one question that remains unanswered. In most cases, stretch marks will go away on their own over a period of time, or will become barely visible, and therefore bearable. However, because our society is so focused on the “perfect body,” it makes it even harder for men women, who are trying to maintain a good body, and good skin, to be okay with their stretch marks
Two of the main reasons stretch marks may appear is from skin tightness and rapid growth or tragedy. Nowadays there are some incredible products that can actually make your skin more stretchable, and prevent or eliminate stretch marks altogether. This is especially helpful for women, since they tend to be more self conscious about their body, even to the point of becoming depressed at personal flaws.
A large percentage of pregnant women get stretch marks on their stomach, and more than 75% of women develop stretch marks around the waist, stomach, upper legs, butt and breast during pregnancy. However, even though there are creams to help these stretch marks, pregnant women are advised against using them. These creams have a high vitamin A content, which can really affect a developing fetus.
The majority of the creams used to treat stretch marks cannot treat the baggy, loose skin left after your baby is born. It could be hereditary, or even because of your skin type. The reasons stretch marks form are not really known. We know that genetics aid in whether a pregnant women will get stretch marks, but skin type, skin condition, and nutrition also fit into the equation.
You may be encouraged to visit a dermatologist to help decrease or eliminate your stretch marks. Unfortunately that can cost a lot of money and the elimination process can last a long time. Perhaps the easiest, cheapest way is to go to any grocery store or pharmacy and buy a bottle of cocoa butter. While it may not completely keep you from developing stretch marks, it will definitely lessen the amount and visibility.