What is stretch marks?
They are in the form of streaks and are due to a rupture of the elastic fibers of the dermis after hormonal modification and / or too pronounced stretching of the skin. They are purplish- red in color at the outset and grow to pearly white with time.
Can we avoid their appearance?
Yes, by regularly using a moisturizing milk after the shower to soften the skin and better arm it against distensions.
Other good reflexes:
- gumming , which activates cell renewal
- a balanced diet of vitamins (A and E) and trace elements (zinc, copper)
- the regular intake of capsules of borage and evening primrose oils to strengthen the strength and elasticity of the tissues.
- Avoid or closely monitor: Yo-Yo diets , overheating baths , unusual soaps and sun that distend and aggress the skin.
Are stretch marks irreversible?
Yes and no . If one acts as soon as they appear (when they are still pink) one can easily reduce their size and attenuate their color.
On the other hand, the results are longer wait on the old stretch marks, pearly white and often deeper. With a little patience, one can decrease their hollow and smooth the skin, but not make them disappear totally.
Is it really important to massage yourself when applying anti-stretch marks?
Yes . By activating the micro-circulation, the massage stimulates the regeneration of the tissues and facilitates the action of the care.
We mass firmly, always round, widening the movement gradually to cover the area concerned. The massage should last at least 5 minutes. If the care is absorbed in less time, the skin is offered double dose of product to better gorge it with active regenerating and softening.
What is the value of anti-stretch marks?
- They improve the regeneration and the healing of the skin thanks to derivatives of collagen, elastin, organic silicon.
- They reduce the color of stretch marks and blend them with minerals like zinc or plants such as centella asiatica, ivy, alchemille or horsetail.
- They nourish and soften the skin thanks to fatty acids: coconut oil, palm, sweet almond, onagre.
Our favorite anti-cellulite treatments :
1 When the skin is flabby , its fruit acids boost the cell renewal and its fatty acids firm it, Percutalfa, Pierre Fabre Health, 12,50 €.
2 Against the old stretch marks , this very concentrated solute contains 80% of extracts of restructuring plants, Phytolastil, Lierac, 26 €.
3 For croco skins , this milk rich in centella asiatica is healing and very nourishing, Complete Care Special Stretch Marks, Clarins, 46,80 €.
4 In order to avoid their appearance , this non-stop treatment is concentrated in silicon, Action Integral Stretch Marks, Vichy, 19 €.
5 When you like the fresh and non-greasy textures, you go on this retinol spray that stimulates the cellular activity, Retinol Anti-Stretch Marks, Roc, 23,40 €.
6 To hide them , we opt for this cream gel with green pigments, Correcteur Stretch Marks, Elancyl, 19,40 €.
