Stretch marks are one of the most common skin conditions for both men and women and tend to occur after sudden weight gain, growth spurts, muscle expansion or pregnancy. These marks on the skin can cause some people to become self-conscious and want to remove them as a result. There are a range of stretch mark removal treatments that can make these blemishes disappear, some of which we are going to explore in this article, so you can figure out which one is best for you.
Microform
Microform treatment combines the power of radiofrequency technology with microneedling, a dermatology technique where small needles are inserted into the skin. The treatment attempts to generate new collagen and skin tissue which should then gradually reduce the appearance of stretchmarks. Encouraging the skin to heal itself and replace old damaged skin cells with fresh healthy ones, Microform can be a highly effective stretch mark removal treatment.
Dermaroller
A Dermaroller is a cylindrical handheld device with a series of tiny needles formed around it, which is then applied to the problem area where the stretch marks are most prominent. After the device has been used, patients will then be prescribed a specific serum to apply to that same area to aid effective healing.
The combination of the serum with the Dermaroller treatment should activate the skin’s healing process, allowing it to restore itself by rebuilding collagen and encouraging cell regeneration, thus visibly reducing the appearance of stretch marks.
Pixel Laser
Pixel Laser is the newest treatment to appear on this list, and works by remodelling the skin to deliver remarkable results. Utilising an advanced laser technology to create micro perforations on the surface of the skin, it then jumpstarts the affected skin’s healing process. Then, a few days after the treatment, patients will be able to peel the skin away revealing a smoother, healthier and rejuvenated skin.
Carboxy Therapy
The most invasive and popular treatment for stretch marks, Carboxy Therapy, includes a series of injections. In an attempt to increase blood flow and enhance new collagen production, the patient receives injections of CO2 under their skin to help remove prominent stretch marks. Safe and highly effective, Carboxy Therapy is a great stretch mark removal treatment for all skin types.
Home Remedies
If you’d prefer a less invasive treatment, there are a number of non-surgical remedies you can try at home that are thought to help to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. The first is that of Bio-Oil, containing 29 different ingredients, four of which are plant based. It’s recommended that you massage the oil onto the affected area twice daily for a minimum of three months, to see the best results.
Another is Aloe Vera, used for a variety of medicinal purposes – the plant species is thought to help regenerate skin tissue. You can buy the gel produced from the plant’s leaf from a number of high street stores. For the best result, massage the gel onto your stretch marks and leave on for 20-30 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
Ultimately there is no one ideal treatment for stretch mark removal; it’s all up to personal preference and what the patient will think suits them best. We hope this guide has gone some way to helping you understand each treatment and perhaps even educated you on which might suit you best.
