Stretch marks are medically known as striae. It said that stretch marks appear does not happen on regular conditions. It only takes place when there is a vast change on the body specifically physical changes. It is also due to the genetic inheritance of an individual. In this article we are going to justify why is it not true that these marks appear when the skin is incapable of stretching. Although to a certain degree there is a related fact behind it, but it’s not entirely true.

What is true is that this problem is caused by a gland secreted by the adrenal glands, which is situated right above the kidney. This gland secret a hormone named glucocorticoids. When more of this gland is produced and when there is less collagen present in your skin tissue, stretch marks will likely to happen.

The increase of production of this hormone does not happen too often. In fact only woman who are pregnant are likely to have this kind of problem ninety nine percent of the time. Other instances like adulthood and poor nourishment of the skin can be a factor, but can be prevented using various means. Intense activities like weight lifting or being obese are most likely to trigger stretch marks.

Where does stretch mark usually occur?

They often appear on the middle layer from the top. They start tearing the dermis but if there is enough amount collagen in this layer there is no reason for stretch marks to occur. On the other hand, when there is rapid growth of the body and if there is less elasticity due to insufficient supply of collagen massive stretch marks will surely happen. That is why it is essential to drink a lot of water during the day to keep the moisture of your skin. But still drinking water alone is not going to do any good. Proper nurture of the skin is vital if you are serious about preventing stretch marks.

How can you avoid this problem?

Who would not want to have a flawless skin? Everyone wants to look good from the outside but not so many are aware or are willing to perform the required routine to avoid them. There are actually a lot of ways on how you can prevent and course this problem.

Medical surgery- a laser surgery is so far the best and the most effective means to completely remove stretch marks. According to Association of Medical Surgeon of the United States, there are actually different types of laser surgery that a surgeon can use depending on the case at hand.  There are laser to treat dark colored marks and there are those for lighter colored marks. There’s also a new type of laser where it naturally restores the elasticity of your skin.

Keeping a healthy diet to avoid or lessen the effects of stretch marks.  The best way to prevent stretch marks is to eat healthy foods and exercise regularly. This way you are supplying the right nutrients to your skin from within.

 

 

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