Hesitant to wear sari post-delivery because of those stretch marks on your stomach area?
Stretch marks are one of the most common side effects of pregnancy. They are the natural result of the skin stretching during pregnancy. There is no way to avoid stretch marks while pregnancy, but with few remedies, you can always minimize stretch marks.
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Few tips to follow when you are pregnant that help in avoiding stretch marks:
- Moms should keep themselves well hydrated by consuming a lot of water during pregnancy.
- Walking or doing yoga regularly will help you keep the body rejuvenated and blood circulated.
- Get your whole body massaged with aroma oil regularly before taking a bath. Following this routine during pregnancy will help you reduce the chances of getting stretch marks after pregnancy.
- Apply moisturizer on stomach at regular intervals to keep the skin moist.
- A healthy and balanced diet during pregnancy will improve elasticity, increase collagen production, and help in tissue repair and growth.
Here are 5 natural ways which can help in reducing the appearance of stretch marks:
1. OIL TREATMENT
Natural oils are excellent moisturizer and they have this capacity to treat stretch marks. But, picking up the right type of oil for stretch mark reduction is the real task. Some oils that do wonders on stretch marks are Olive oil, Castor oil, Lavender Oil, Almond Oil, And Chamomile Oil and tea tree oil etc.
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How to Use it?
- CASTOR OIL:
Apply some oil to the stretch marks and gently massage the area in circular motions for 5 to 10 minutes. Wrap the affected area with a thin and clean cotton cloth. Apply some heat with the help of heating pad or hot water bottle for 30 minutes. Repeat this daily for a minimum of one month to get the best results.
- OLIVE OIL:
Slightly warm the olive oil and rub it gently on the affected area. With this, the blood circulation will improve and stretch marks will get reduced.
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2. ALOE VERA
The Aloe Vera has the plant collagen in it which is good for repairing and healing human skin. This healing and soothing properties of Aloe Vera helps to get rid of stretch marks.
After cutting off all the thorns from the Aloe Vera leaf, remove its outer skin and take out the sticky gel from the inside of the leaf. Apply this fresh aloe gel on your stretch marks and leave it for two hours. Wash off with water after a couple of hours.
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3. EGG WHITES
The egg whites are a rich source of amino acids and proteins, which help in healing stretch marks. Egg whites are also rich in collagen and vitamin A which makes it apt for the treatment of scars or burns. Extract only the egg whites from eggs and whip it with the help of a fork. Then, wash the affected area with clean water. Apply a thick layer of egg whites on the affected area. Let it dry completely and wash it off with cold water. After this, apply some olive oil to moisturize the skin. Repeat this daily for two weeks for the best results.
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4. LEMON JUICE
Lemon juice is naturally acidic, which helps heal and reduce stretch marks, acne, and other scars. It is also called as a fine natural bleaching agent. The alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) and vitamin C in them can remove the dead skin and make your stretch marks disappear fast. Cut the lemon into 2 halves. Take a half piece of lemon and gently rub it on your stretch marks till the juice soaking into your skin. Do this for at least 10 minutes and wash off with warm water. You can also mix lemon juice with cucumber juice, potato juice or tomato juice and apply.
5. POTATO JUICE
Potato juice contains vitamins and minerals that foster growth and restoration of skin cells. Because potato can stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, it effectively restores skin cells and helps in fading away from your stretch marks. It is one of the cheapest and effective home remedies to cure stretch marks.
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How to Use it?
Cut the potato into thick sized slices and rub the slice gently over your stretch marks. Apply its juice all over your stretch marks and leave it for 5-10 minutes. Later, wash it off with lukewarm water. These are some of the most effective home remedies for the removal of stretch marks. If you have any home remedy with you, which have helped you to reduce the stretch marks, do share it with us in the comment section below.
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