By
Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:19:04.64994Z
The result of sudden skin stretching is a fear that many women share:
stretch marks. Whether on the stomach, legs, or bust, the consequence of having been
pregnant or, in some cases, of rapid weight gain and loss, is something that can be prevented. Today we tell you what
anti-stretch mark creams are and what ingredients they contain.
What are they?
Stretch marks are
tears in the skin tissue, ultimately, they are scars. Therefore, anti-stretch mark creams help prevent their appearance because they work by increasing the skin's elasticity and reinforcing areas where they might appear in the future. The best way is to prevent these scars by nourishing the skin even before they appear.
What do they contain?
Anti-stretch mark creams typically contain main ingredients such as vitamins A, E, and allantoin. Vitamin E is one of the most powerful antioxidants available and, along with the other ingredients, provides the skin with the flexibility it loses with age while regenerating its properties.
Other alternatives include arnica creams, which are recommended for their anti-inflammatory properties and support for blood circulation. There are also calendula creams for stretch marks as they possess healing, anti-inflammatory, and purifying properties.
Are there homemade alternatives?
Of course. Here are three alternatives to prevent or reduce the appearance of stretch marks on your body: