WHY DO STRETCH MARKS OCCUR?
- A stretch mark is a scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. The abrupt change in the body size puts stress on the collagen and elastin leading to their rupture. As the skin attempts to repair the damage, it results in scars called stretch marks.
- Long-term application of potent corticosteroid creams on your skin may also result in stretch marks.
- You have a higher risk of developing stretch marks if people in your family get stretch marks!
- Women have a greater tendency to develop stretch marks as compared with males.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
Laser therapy
- Skin treatments including microdermabrasion, micro-needling, and chemical peels remove the dead cells as well as provide deep exfoliation.
Radiofrequency
- Prescription medication- Sometimes, you may need to take medication depending upon the duration of the stretch marks, skin type, texture, and your realistic expectation
