Stretch marks are scars that are left behind when skin is overstretched and fibers within the dermal layer become broken. These are found most often during a pregnancy, excessive bodybuilding, extreme weight gain, and sometimes stretch marks occur during puberty. Stretch marks can be found any where on the body but most often they are found on the abdomen, breasts, buttocks, legs, and upper arms. When the stretch marks first appear, they look like red lines across the body area but over the course of several months the color fades to a white color. It is possible to get rid of stretch marks, it is easier to prevent them.
There are many methods to choose from in order to get rid of stretch marks, ranging from home remedies to medical and cosmetic procedures as well. Not only do these remedies help to get rid of stretch marks, they also make skin healthier. Healthier skin results, the easier it is to heal the stretch marks. One of the easiest ways to get rid of stretch marks is to give them time to go away. Like all types of scarring, these will fade over time.

For centuries, women (and even men) have been seeking ways to eliminate those unsightly stretch marks plaguing their arms, sides, bellies and thighs. Stretch marks are generally caused by a quick weight gain, including pregnancy, and even during pubescent growth spurts. They appear as red or purple lines and are sometimes quite pronounced.

The skin on the body that has been affected by the stretch marks will feel different from the rest of the skin. It will appear to feel very soft and less supple than the surrounding skin. Fortunately, modern science is offering many new treatments for stretch marks. From Revitol’s stretch mark cream to Mederma’s new stretch mark lotion, these new offerings not only have ingredients to help fade the pronounced redness associated with stretch marks, they work to soften the damaged skin and give it the elasticity it’s lost through stretching. These over the counter remedies are affordable but not inexpensive and generally range in price from $30 - $50.