Stretch Mark Removal Options

When it comes to stretch marks, many people become very self-conscious about the appearance of their skin, and would do just about anything to hide them. This can range from wearing concealing clothing to going out of their way to hide themselves behind other people or objects. Unfortunately, stretch marks can be very stubborn, some truly are permanent without the help of more aggressive, surgical procedures, due to the fact that they are literally a tear in the layer of the skin, known as the dermis.

However, there are plenty of creams/procedures that can visually reduce the appearance of your stretch marks. Your skin may never feel smooth and stretch mark free, but you can make it to where there are no visual signs that you have stretch marks, which is a fantastic revelation.

One of the most common forms of stretch mark removal, and that of which we recommend you try first, is a really trustworthy cream. One thing you do not want to skimp on is a stretch mark cream. There is a common saying that goes something like you get what you pay for, and that is especially true with dermatological creams. Following the directions will also ensure that you get the intended results. For many who have pinkish or purple stretch marks that are newer, a stretch mark cream should no doubt be effective.

In addition to creams, the next step up in terms of treatment would be to consider microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion is a procedure in which the outermost layer of the dermis, the stratum corneum, is gently removed either partially or entirely. This procedure basically files down the stretch marks, and leaves the skin feeling smoother and the marks less noticeable.

For those of you who have the white stretch marks, however, you may need to go to more drastic measures to rid the appearance of your condition. There are a lot of very effective things you can do, however, such as chemical peels. By getting a chemical peel, you can even out the surface of your skin, which makes stretch marks blend in with surrounding skin.

Another option would be to get a skin graph. This procedure would be for the most extreme case of stretch marks. Getting a skin graph, which is usually how burn victims are treated, involves removing an area of skin from a place where it can grow back normally, and replacing the skin where the area is affected by the stretch marks. Either method you decide upon, treating your stretch marks will be a process that will take time and trial and error. Start with the milder treatment methods, like creams or lotions, and work your way up to the more complex procedures, such as microdermabrasion, and then chemical peels.