What to do, how to avoid them?

What are pregnancy stretch marks to?

(Update of April 26, 2022). Pregnant women are mostly affected by stretch marks during pregnancy. Small scars can indeed occur as the skin widens when the belly begins to take shape. Stretch marks are streaks on the skin. The elasticity of the skin is put to the test during pregnancy. First of all, the more or less rapid weight gain stretches our epidermis. To this is added that, pregnant, our body produces more cortisol, a hormone that weakens the collagen of our skin and therefore, its fibers. It is the dermis (the second layer) which is affected, thin and disorganized fibers that those of collagen settle. First red and slightly in relief, in the manner of scars, stretch marks lighter gradually and leave white marks, very often for life. They can reach ten centimeters long and 1.5 cm wide.

Why do pregnant women have stretch marks?

Stretch marks are created during changes. Thus, adolescents are likely to be victims or people undergoing the Yoyo effect of diets. Men are not necessarily spared. Of course, pregnant women have more likely to have it. Some advance that‘One in two future mom would be touched. We are not going to lie, there is also a strong genetic incidence. If the women of our family have had it, there is a good chance that it also happens to us. Likewise, if we were subject to this problem during our adolescence. Young, clear and smooth skins are also easy targets.

At what month of pregnancy the stretch marks appear?

Generally, they appear rather at the end of pregnancy, But they can arrive from the first kilos and they can also come out After pregnancy. We must therefore remain vigilant during this whole period.

Pregnancy stretch marks after childbirth

If you have had stretch marks during your pregnancy, there is a good chance that you keep brands After the birth of baby. This is particularly the case with the model Ashley Graham who assumes his stretch marks And publishes photos of his belly on social networks, three months after childbirth. “Hi, new belly. We went through a lot. Thank you.” she commented in legend.

Pregnancy stretch marks on the belly, but not only!

Stomach Of course is the privileged area of ​​stretch marks. However, it should not be forgotten that they can express themselves on the thighs, hips, lower back, chest or arms. All parts subject to weight variations in short.

• Hydrate the skin. Unfortunately, there is no magic solution. However, we can try to warn them as much as possible. First of all, We hydrate our skin. Every day. Several times a day. As soon as you actually think about it. We favor specially designed creams or renowned oils beneficial like that of Argan or sweet almond. By gently massaging the skin circularly on all risk areas, we will relax our skin, make it more flexible and resistant. We continue our good habits after childbirth.

• Drink a lot of water. The hydration of the skin also comes from the inside. We do not hesitate, therefore, to drink a lot.
• A scrub. To boost the efficiency and penetration of care, we think of making a scrub every week.
• Watch out for weight gain. Too excessive and brutal weight must be avoided. Thus, we continue to eat balance according to our needs. Far be it from us to push you to mummyrexia, but our body knows what it needs and it is not necessary to let go too much or limit itself, on the other hand.
• Sport is also an excellent ally and there is often no risk for our pregnancy.
• Finally, as for all scars, We flee the sun exposure.

He is very Difficult to really get rid of stretch marks. You have to wait until the end of pregnancy and breastfeeding. There are rather irritating treatments based on vitamins A cream to be applied locally.

Restorative surgery can also be called upon. There are then peelings or laser treatments to reduce their visibility. However, the results are not always spectacular. The best is to talk about it with specialists if they really bother you. You can also consider tattooing the area to color these white marks.