Red stretch marks are very common and uncomfortable, but fortunately they are the easiest type of stretch mark to eliminate from the skin as they are more recent.
Stretch marks are a real nightmare for women. They are nothing more than scars on the skin in the form of lines. They can appear on various parts of the body, mainly on the belly, butt and thighs. They can appear in different colors, such as white, red and purple. The change in color refers to the stage of the scar. Red stretch marks, for example, are in the initial phase, the so-called recent stretch marks.
Therefore, red stretch marks are easier to treat and depending on the treatment, they may even disappear completely. However, this is not the case with white stretch marks. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the color of the stretch marks, as the more recent they are, the greater the chance of removing the mark.
Check out everything about stretch marks below. Also learn how to prevent their appearance and some recipes for home treatments to get rid of these marks.
Stretch marks
Anyone who thinks that stretch marks only appear in people who are overweight or who have recently gained weight is mistaken. In fact, these skin tags can appear on everyone, regardless of gender, race, age. However, it is more common in women. So, whether we like it or not, everyone will have at least one of these marks on their body.
Stretch marks can appear on various parts of the body as reddish, whitish or purplish marks, which represents the intensity of the scar. Stretch marks tend to appear mainly on the breasts, belly, butt, back and thighs. They are a real nuisance and enemies of self-esteem.
But this is completely normal, after all, the red or white spots are the result of the breakdown of collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. They appear when the skin needs to stretch a lot, and does not have the necessary elasticity to do so. This is why it is so common for these marks to appear on the belly during pregnancy.
red stretch marks
As previously stated, the color of stretch marks is directly linked to the stage of the scar. Therefore, red stretch marks represent the first phase of the scar, when it is still in its infancy. So at this stage, red stretch marks have a greater blood flow, and the body is still trying to restore collagen. In other words, at this stage it is still possible to remove the marks completely.
Over time, the red stretch marks take on a more whitish appearance, at this stage removing the scar is much more difficult. Although there is no way to eliminate white spots completely, some treatments can help reduce the intensity of the lesions, improving their appearance.
It is not very difficult to identify red marks, especially due to the color of the mark. However, this is also because they are usually accompanied by itching, which can be more discreet or persistent depending on the number of open lines.
As they are recent brands, red stretch marks are easier to treat and remove through home treatments and cosmetic products for this purpose.
What causes stretch marks
Normally, red stretch marks appear when the skin stretches more than it can, which is why it is so common for stretch marks to appear on the stomach of pregnant women and people who have gained a lot of weight. However, this is not the only reason for the appearance of these marks.
The use of breast implants and hormonal imbalance when using estrogen and adrenocortical hormones can also cause stretch marks. As well as practicing physical exercises and applying anabolic steroids, which increase muscle mass, consequently stretching the skin more and when there is not enough collagen, stretch marks appear.
Furthermore, some health problems that require treatment with corticosteroid-based medications can increase the appearance of these marks on the skin. Genetic factors can also contribute to the skin stretching more, causing stretch marks.
How to prevent red stretch marks
There is no magic formula to avoid red stretch marks, but there are ways to prevent or alleviate these marks. Although they are more common in people who already have a family history of predisposition to the appearance of stretch marks, it is important that everyone takes care of themselves to protect their skin from these marks.
The main way to prevent the appearance of stretch marks is to keep your skin well hydrated with products that increase tissue elasticity. Avoid abrupt weight gain or excessive gain in muscle mass, even lean mass. As well as maintaining a balanced and healthy diet, as foods act on the aging process and loss of skin strength.
In the case of pregnant women, it is essential to take extra care to avoid the appearance of these marks. Therefore, the recommendation is to apply moisturizing creams and oils daily, this way it is possible to considerably reduce the risk of acquiring them.
Is it possible to eliminate red stretch marks?
Yes! To eliminate red stretch marks, it is possible to use home treatments, such as exfoliation and skin hydration and aesthetic treatments, such as laser or microneedling, for example. As well as cosmetic products for this purpose.
However, for the treatment to be effective, the stretch mark must still be in its initial phase. In the case of white stretch marks, not even the laser is capable of 100% removal of the scar, but it is possible to soften its intensity and improve its appearance.
Therefore, red stretch marks can completely disappear from the skin. This is because they have not yet completed the healing and fibrosis process. Therefore, when starting treatment at this stage, the chances of removing the scar are very high.
Home treatments to eliminate stretch marks
To eliminate scars of this type, it is very important to take special care of your body. You can achieve this by doing a homemade exfoliation, 2 to 3 times a week, and moisturizing your skin daily, preferably with a cream designed for stretch marks. To help you with this, we have selected some recipes for home treatments to get rid of stretch marks. Check out:
Homemade exfoliant for stretch marks
This is a very simple and cheap recipe to make. You can do it every day using coffee grounds with a little liquid soap or moisturizing cream or even conditioner.
Ingredients
- 3 spoons of coffee grounds
- 3 spoons of liquid soap or moisturizing cream
Method of preparation and use
Mix the coffee grounds with the soap until it forms an exfoliating paste. Then apply the mixture to the areas affected by stretch marks, massaging gently for a few minutes. Then rinse your skin with warm water, which helps to open the pores and enhance the action of the moisturizer. Finally, apply a moisturizing cream for stretch marks.
Homemade cream for stretch marks
Our homemade treatment recipe is to make your own stretch mark cream. In fact, it’s great to use after applying your homemade exfoliant.
Ingredients
- Moisturizing cream of your choice
- Hipoglos
- 1 ampoule of vitamin A
- 100 ml of almond oil
Method of preparation and use
First, mix all the ingredients and place the cream in a glass container and store it in the refrigerator. Then just apply the cream to the red stretch marks using gentle circular movements. Do this until the cream is completely absorbed into the skin. You can also add Bepantol to your cream.
But remember, these home treatments are only effective on red or purple marks that are still in their early stages. You can also use them on white stretch marks, they offer a good result in softening the scars, but not eliminating them completely.
Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, take the opportunity to also check out Stretch Mark Creams – The best on the market and how they work on scars.
Sources: Tua Saúde Patricinha Esperta Derma Club Tua Saúde
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