5 ways to Reduce Stretch Marks after Pregnancy

Are you fretting on how to get rid of stretch marks? You have come to the right place.

Are you also wondering how to get rid of stretch marks after pregnancy? Here are 5 ways to reduce stretch marks after pregnancy.

• Exfoliate

The easiest and simplest way to get rid of newly formed stretch marks is through exfoliation. Gently but regularly, exfoliate the affected areas daily or on alternate days to remove top damaged layers of skin and allow the skin to regenerate healthy skin cells.

·         Sugar is used as a natural exfoliant for skin. Rich in glycolic acid and alpha hydroxic acid, sugar stimulates the skin and helps generate new skin cells.

·         Take one tablespoon of finely ground sugar and add into it a few drops of almond oil and lemon juice.

·         Apply the mixture directly to the stretch marks and rub gently for a few minutes (7-10 minutes).

·         Leave it one 10 to 15 minutes and then take a shower.

·         Repeat this on alternate days for a month or so to see results.

• Massage

Massaging is also best for stretch marks treatment. As you massage the skin, this increases blood circulation in the massaged areas. An enhanced blood flow helps repair any damage in the inner layers of skin, and stretch marks begin to fade over time.

Black tea massage is the best technique for all those women wondering how to remove stretch marks after becoming a mommy. Black tea is rich in Vitamins B, C and E and also a great source of minerals – magnesium, potassium and zinc. Together these essential nutrients help make your skin smooth and supple. An added benefit of black tea massage is that the B Complex Vitamins present in it help regulate skin’s melanin production.

·         Take two tablespoons of black tea powder.

·         Boil it in half cup of water with one teaspoon of salt.

·         Let it boil for 2 minutes and then allow it to cool to room temperature.

·         Apply the mixture onto the stretch marks and gently massage for a few minutes.

·         Leave it on for 8 to 10 minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water.

·         Repeat this daily for 4 to 6 weeks to notice any positive change.

• Moisturize

Cocoa Butter and Shea Butter comprise the best homemade moisturizer for your skin affected by stretch marks. The mixture is rich in Vitamin E and antioxidants. While the former neutralizes free radicals, the latter limits production of free radicals and help prevent cellular damage. Together the two repair damaged skin.

·         Take two teaspoons of Cocoa butter and two teaspoons of Shea butter.

·         Mix the two and melt on low heat.

·         Add in one teaspoon vitamin E oil to the melted butters and mix well.

·         Store the cream in some airtight container and let it cool down to solid state.

·         Apply the cream to stretch marks daily for a few months to see the results.

• Herbal Mask

Aloe Vera has numerous health and skincare benefits. It is considered as the best home remedy for stretch marks due to its soothing and healing properties. You can apply aloe gel directly to the affected areas. To prepare a herbal mask:

·         Take one fourth cup of freshly obtained Aloe Vera gel.

·         Extract oil from 5 Vitamin A capsules and add it to aloe gel.

·         Also add in extract of 10 Vitamin E capsules to the above mixture.

·         Mix thoroughly and gently massage the paste onto the stretch marks.

·         Massage carefully until it gets fully absorbed.

·         Repeat this daily for best results.

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