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When a person is rapidly growing or gaining weight, stretch marks may appear on the body. In general, our skin is quite elastic, but if you pull it too tightly, the production of collagen, a protein that is the main component of the body's connective tissues, is disrupted. As a result, a kind of scars appear - stretch marks.

Steps

1. 1 Find them. Stretch marks are initially reddish or purple lines that have a different texture than the rest of the skin.
2. 2 Don't worry that they will stay forever. Fortunately, in most cases, stretch marks fade or disappear over time. Still, this is not enough comfort if you are planning to spend the entire summer in your swimsuit by the pool.
3. 3 Stretch marks are normal. They appear in many adolescents during puberty and are completely natural, although they are often unsightly.
4. 4 Stretch marks will disappear faster if you apply coconut oil, shea butter, vitamin E, bio oils and other powerful moisturizers daily. These can be purchased at drugstores or cosmetics stores.
5. 5 Try self-tanning. For some people, self-tanning (in the form of lotions or sprays) helps to hide stretch marks.
6. 6 Explore different methods for getting rid of stretch marks. Nowadays, there are many ways to improve the condition of the skin from surgery or resurfacing (microdermabrasion) to laser treatment.
7. 7 Provide good blood circulation in the stretch marks area. Make sure the blood flow is not impaired and the cells are well supplied with oxygen - this will speed up the healing process.
   • Stretch and exercise regularly. It is good for overall health and also promotes the regeneration of skin cells.
   • Massage the stretch marks daily to induce blood flow to them. For the best effect, use a peeling gel or scrub.
8. 8 Drink plenty of water. Your body needs to be well hydrated from the inside out - drink water and eat foods that contain a lot of water (like fruits). Also, try not to overuse high-sodium coffee and drinks as they can dehydrate your body.

Tips

• The beneficial effects of coconut oil on stretch marks have not been scientifically proven. Do not believe if someone is trying to convince you otherwise. However, coconut oil can actually prevent the appearance of new stretch marks, as it moisturizes the skin well, increasing its elasticity. Losing weight will not help in the fight against stretch marks either, and creams work only as long as you use them regularly - be prepared for this.