Preventing stretch marks from occurring during pregnancy will reduce the degree of stretch marks you experience after birth. By following the guidelines below, you will gain the tools to limit the possibility of getting stretch marks and as a bonus improve the overall condition of your health.
1. Always moisturize. Keep your skin always moisturized in the first or second trimester and through your recovery to your pre-pregnancy weight. This may help in preventing stretch marks from developing. There are many creams and oils that are especially made just to do this. Massage these creams on the areas of concern. Typically these stretch marks develop in the lower abdomen but they can also show up on your breasts, buttocks, thighs, and arms.
Skin that is elastic have lowered chances of getting stretch marks. Using products with ingredients like vitamins E, A, & D3, emu oil, aloe vera, cocoa butter, lanolin, and squalene oil will help improve the skin’s elasticity. These formulas are designed to enhance collagen production and support the dermis because if the dermis stays in tact, the formation of stretch marks will be avoided. However, experiences have shown that using creams and oils might have a limited effect on the skin. Therefore, it is important to use different preventive measures all at the same to achieve your goal of preventing stretch marks.
