Stretch marks occur when the skin is pulled by rapid growth or stretching. Although the skin is usually fairly elastic, when stretched, the normal production of collagen (the major protein that forms connective tissue of the skin) is disrupted. As a result, scars called stretch marks

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Stretch marks occur when the skin is pulled by rapid growth or stretching. Although the skin is usually fairly elastic, when stretched, the normal production of collagen (the major protein that forms connective tissue of the skin) is disrupted. As a result, scars called stretch marks form.If you see stretch marks on your body, you’re not alone.Most girls and women have stretch marks, which tend to occur in the breasts, thighs, hips and buttocks. Many women during pregnancy. And although more common in girls, stretch marks can be given, too.Obese people often have stretch marks stretch marks. Bodybuilders and obese people tend to have stretch marks because of the rapid changes that bodybuilding can produce the body. Stretch marks can also occur if a person uses steroid-containing creams or ointments (such as hydrocortisone) for more than a few weeks, or if you take high doses of oral corticosteroids for months or more.What makes them less visibleHere are some points to consider if you want to make stretch marks less noticeable: * Self-tanning can be an interesting way for some people. This does not work for regular tanning or tanning beds, though, because stretch marks are less likely to tan. And as everyone knows, the sun and tanning beds do more harm than good when it comes to long-term term health of your skin. You can also purchase body composition adapted to your skin tone that can make stretch marks almost invisible. Although some manufacturers of these products cover and waterproof makeup can not be the best solution if you spend much time in the water. * Although there are tons of creams and skin products on the market that claim to eliminate stretch marks, the truth is that most are ineffective and often costly. * These doctors may use one of the many types of treatments – from actual surgery to techniques such as microdermabrasion and laser treatment – that reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

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