How to Remove Stretch Marks

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How to Remove Stretch Marks the Easier
Way Stretch marks are visible off-colored
stripes that appear on the skin surface, as a
result of swift stretching of the skin. They may
appear anywhere on the body, but are mainly
found on the abdomen, especially when caused by
pregnancy or obesity.
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Other areas that can be affected by stretch marks
include thighs, upper arms, buttocks and
breasts. Stretch marks are not caused by only
excessive stretching of skin. Hormonal changes
during pregnancy, adolescence and hormone
replacement therapy etc. can also result in
appearance of stretch marks. Other causes of
stretch marks include sudden gain or loss in
weight, rapid growth, heredity factors, stress
and changes in physical conditions. Whatever the
reason may be behind the appearance of zebra
streaks on your abdomen, arms or thighs, you can
always get rid of them easily with some simple
and easy to do home remedies. Here are 4 really
effective, time- tested home remedies for
stretch marks Castor Oil Castor oil has
numerous skincare applications, from eliminating
facial wrinkles and creases to treating age
spots, dark spots, pimples and uneven skin
pigmentation. You can also use castor oil to
banish stretch marks.
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• Take some castor oil and gently massage it onto
  the stretch marks for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Wrap the massaged area in a fine cotton cloth.
• Apply some heat to the area through cotton cloth
• using a hot water bottle or a heating pad (25-30
  minutes)
• Repeat this daily for 4 to 6 weeks to notice any
  significant change.
• Egg Whites
• Egg white is rich in proteins and amino acids. Do
  not use egg yolk, only whites.
• Separate two egg whites from yolks and whip them
  gently using a fork until it is frothy.
• Thoroughly clean the affected areas and then
  apply a thick layer of beaten egg whites onto
  it.
• Allow the egg whites to dry completely and then
• rinse off with cold water.
• In the end apply some olive oil onto the skin to
  keep it moisturized.
• Repeat this process daily for a couple of weeks
  to
• notice any improvement.

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• Potato Juice
• Potato juice is rich in vitamins and minerals
  that are necessary for the growth and
  regeneration of skin cells. It offers a great
  way to repair damaged skin cells forming stretch
  marks.
• Take a medium sized potato and cut it into thick
  slices.
• Take one slice and rub it gently onto the stretch
  marks for 5-7 minutes.
• Keep on rubbing the potato slices onto the skin
  until
• the starch from the potato has completely covered
  the marks.
• Leave the potato juice on until it is completely
  dry.
• In the end wash off with lukewarm water and apply
  olive oil as moisturizer.
• Cocoa Butter
• Cocoa butter is known for its anti-aging
  properties. It helps in achieving smooth skin by
  enhancing blood circulation, and this ultimately
  helps improve the appearance of stretch marks.

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• The simplest way to use cocoa butter for stretch
  marks removal is to apply the butter over
  affected areas twice a day for a couple of
  months at least.
• Alternatively, mix half cup cocoa butter with one
• tablespoon each of wheat germ oil and grated
  beeswax.
• Also add in one teaspoon each of apricot kernel
  oil and vitamin E oil.
• Heat the mixture until beeswax melts and the
  mixture gets smooth consistency.
• Store the mixture in an airtight jar and apply it
  to the stretch marks two to three times a day
  for a few months.
• If you fail to achieve desired results with these
  remedies then Laser Treatment for Stretch Marks
  Removal may be worth considering. For further
  details on how to remove stretch marks or
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