Ingredients Commonly Found in Stretch Mark Creams
Have you tried different creams to improve the appearance of your skin? To get soft, smooth skin like young people you need to follow a daily routine of skin care. When it comes to stretch marks, it becomes very ugly and you want to get rid of them as soon as possible.
It doesn’t help that there is so much conflicting information out there too. It can be difficult to discern which creams really work and which ones don’t. There is a big spread in the prices among different brands so how do you choose the right one?
Stretch marks are formed with when the skin is stretch beyond its limit in a very short period of time. The elasticity is broken down and scars are the result. They first appear as red or purple streaks and change to white or sliver lines over time.
The most common causes of stretch marks are obesity and pregnancy. Consequently a large portion of the today’s population has them somewhere. Those aren’t the only causes however, bodybuilders frequently get them too!
If you know that you are pregnant or will be losing a lot of weight quickly then you are well advised to take measure that will prevent stretch marks from forming. If you already have stretch marks and want to get rid of them you will have to resort to surgery or one of the commercially available stretch mark creams.
Vitamin E oil is high on the list of natural remedies to help prevent stretch marks that occur during pregnancy. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant and helps prevent damage from free radicals. Cocoa butter, which is naturally rich in vitamin E, has been a popular choice of pregnant women for centuries for both prevention and treatment of stretch marks
Another active ingredient in many products is emu oil. Emu Oil has been used by Aborigines in Australia, for thousands of years to treat scars, stretch marks, acne, heal burns, reduce inflammation and rashes, and has been used effectively in hair care products to reduce dandruff and scalp psoriasis. Emu Oil is derived from the Emu bird, a cousin of the ostrich; clinically-derived oil from its high-back is treated for its medicinal properties.
However, many products tend to overestimate their ability to get rid of stretch marks. It is important that you read some independent customer reviews before purchasing. Perform a web search for your product, and consult review sites that are not associated with the manufacturer. Make sure you investigate the manufacturer’s website and search for the source of their claims.
