STREAMLINES: WHAT CAUSES THEM – IS THERE A WAY TO PREVENT THEM?

Stretch marks are scars that are created on the surface of the skin mainly in women, in the areas of the thighs, chest and abdomen.

They are usually skin-colored and look like horizontal lines or show an erythematous hue when they are more recent.

The most common causes of stretch marks are sudden weight gain, sudden height growth during puberty, pregnancy and hormonal disorders.

Their appearance is harmless to the body and is mainly an aesthetic problem.

Secrets to prevent stretch marks

1. The most important thing to avoid getting stretch marks is to watch your body weight and not have sudden fluctuations in it.

2. Always keep your skin hydrated (drink adequate amounts of water daily).

3. Using special creams locally.

4. Taking vitamins that are useful for our skin:

 vitamin A: supports its elasticity.

 B vitamins: skin regeneration.

vitamin C: accelerates wound healing and contributes to skin firmness.

vitamin E: heals skin problems.

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