The vast majority of women face the problem of stretch marks on the skin. Let's try to understand what this unpleasant phenomenon is connected with, which can literally disfigure the skin, whether it is possible to remove stretch marks on the skin and how to do it.
The causes and mechanism of the appearance of stretch marks on the skin
In general, stretch marks, or striae, appear in women, but can also occur in men. The most vulnerable places are the abdomen, chest, hips, buttocks. The reasons for their appearance are:
- changes in the hormonal background caused by pregnancy, puberty, endocrine system diseases or hormonal drug intake (the skin loses its elasticity due to a violation of the synthesis of collagen and elastin);
- sharp fluctuations of fatty or muscle mass of the body (there is an excessive increase in mechanical stress on the skin).
Skin, which loses its elasticity and elasticity, undergoes a sharp stretching, begins to thin out, there are internal tears of the skin, outwardly resembling scars. The lost integrity begins to be intensively replaced by another type of tissue - a connective tissue containing a large number of blood vessels. Therefore, at first the stretch marks have a pink or purple color. Then the number of vessels gradually decreases, and striae acquire a white color. The connective tissue is devoid of the pigment of melanin, therefore, such scars are not amenable to sunburn.
Most stretch marks appear on the abdomen, chest, hips, buttocks.
Stretch marks on the skin - treatment
Salon methods
The professional approach to the treatment of stretch marks is based on several modern methods, which are selected individually in each case, depending on the severity of the problem and its "age."
The most popular methods are:
- mesotherapy - subcutaneous injection of a special solution with biologically active substances that promote resorption of stretch marks and elastin production;
- chemical peeling - exfoliation of skin cells, mainly with the help of fruit acids, which promotes the renewal of the epidermis and activation of collagen synthesis;
- laser grinding - "burning out" stretch marks with a laser beam;
- microdermabrasion - hardware skin resurfacing by fine sand;
- wrapping - applying to the skin of special preparations based on seaweed, therapeutic mud, essential oils (effective only with "fresh" striae);
- Microcurrent therapy is a procedure associated with the action of low-frequency electric current of small force, which contributes to the activation of tissue regeneration processes;
- plasmolifting - an injection bio-procedure using the patient's own plasma to restart the skin cell renewal mechanism;
- Plastic surgery - is used in cases where the above methods are ineffective.
Home methods
At home, it is also possible to reduce stretch marks on the skin, for which it is regularly necessary to carry out such procedures:
- mechanical peeling;
- curative rubbing;
- massage.
Mechanical peeling involves daily exfoliation of the upper layer of the skin with a scrub to renew the skin. Rubbing - use of special means of industrial production or home preparation, which can be used twice a day after scrubbing or during a massage. Active massage of problem areas (except for the chest area) helps to normalize blood circulation and restore metabolism.
Prevention of stretch marks on the skin
To avoid the appearance of stretch marks on the skin, it is recommended to eat properly, monitor the stability of your weight, while exercising, gradually increase the load. When pregnant from stretch marks on the skin of the abdomen and breast protects wearing a bandage and supporting bra, as well as daily rubbing of special means.