Competent and effective prevention of stretch marks
Most women know firsthand what stretch marks are. For many, they appeared after pregnancy and breastfeeding of a baby or after a rapid change in weight. But few girls know that they can be prevented.
Reasons for stretch marks
Stretch marks are a special skin defect. They can be very small, pinkish-white in color, in the form of light threads running in the longitudinal direction, or large in the form of burgundy-blue scars that become lighter over time. Usually stretch marks appear on the chest, abdomen, and thighs. In very rare cases, stretch marks can appear on the skin of the face. If the cause of the appearance of stretch marks is a change in weight, then they pass in a vertical direction. If the defect is provoked by hormonal changes, then they are directed horizontally.
The main cause of stretch marks is the proliferation of connective tissue as a result of internal tearing of collagen or elastin fibers. This happens as a result of strong tension. At first, striae are pink-purple in color, then they become paler and more like scars. Stretch marks are especially visible in women with dark or tanned skin. The reason for this is that the connective tissues do not have pigment.
Other reasons for the appearance of this defect:
- Increased production of the hormone cortisol produced by the adrenal glands.
- Poor skin elasticity and low regeneration capacity.
- In the area of the buttocks, breasts and abdomen, striae in women are formed due to pregnancy, severe weight change or after puberty.
- Heredity and endocrine disorders play a significant role.
- Stretch marks can occur as a result of taking steroid hormones.
Stretch Mark Prevention Oil
In fact, eliminating stretch marks is extremely difficult. Many experts even argue that this cannot be done at all. Therefore, the best thing to do is to prevent the appearance of stretch marks. For this purpose, essential as well as herbal oils... These substances are excellent sources of moisturizing and nourishing elements that affect the elasticity of the skin.
The oils have a completely natural composition and are saturated with useful components. You can use the oils alone or mix them into a vitamin blend.
The most effective way to prevent stretch marks is to use jojoba oil, flax oil, coconut, almonds, olives and some others. The constant use of these products significantly enhances the skin's elasticity and firmness. But you should not use sea buckthorn oil to prevent stretch marks, as it dries out the skin.
In its pure form, it is little applied to damp and steamed skin, for example, after taking a bath or shower. You do not need to rub in the product, just lubricate the skin for five or seven minutes. Then the remaining oil is removed with a napkin, without rubbing, but blotting the skin at the same time.
You can make a mixture of base oil and essential oil. This will increase the effectiveness of the procedure. As a base or base oil, you can take avocado or jojoba, macadamia, or wheat germ oil. A few drops of essential oil are added to the base oil. Due to its high concentration, the essential oil in its natural form cannot be used - it can cause burns. Most often, a few drops of citrus, lavender, rose, jasmine or neroli oil are added.
Prevention of stretch marks
In addition to oils to prevent the formation of stretch marks, it is important to follow a few simple rules:
- To begin with, try to avoid abrupt changes. weights... It is harmful not only to your skin, but also to the body as a whole.
- Stick to the principles of good nutrition so that your skin receives the nutrients it needs.
- Reduce the amount of flour and sugary foods, focus on vegetable mixes, seafood and fruits.
- It is good for skin tone to do a few exercises a day and walk more outdoors.
- Constantly massage problematic parts of the body where stretch marks can form. This can be done with a shower head. Or immediately after showering with creams and oils.
- Lubricate your skin regularly with cream or gel.
As you can see, measures to prevent stretch marks are effortless and cost-effective. In addition, these activities are useful for general health promotion.
