{"id":10803,"date":"2017-06-13T13:04:04","date_gmt":"2017-06-13T13:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsgood.vitaminshoppe.com\/?p=10803"},"modified":"2018-06-25T16:36:46","modified_gmt":"2018-06-25T20:36:46","slug":"stretch-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/stretch-marks\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can You Really Do About Stretch Marks?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us\u2014guys and gals alike\u2014have stretch marks. And although they\u2019re so common, they can be pretty frustrating\u2014especially when you\u2019re getting ready for a summer of swimsuits.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStretch marks are pink, red, or purple indented streaks that most commonly appear on the abdomen, breasts, upper arms, buttocks, and thighs,\u201d says <a href=\"http:\/\/www.fryface.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fayne L. Frey<\/a>, M.D., a dermatologist in West Nyack, New York. If you have \u2018em, you know exactly what we\u2019re talking about.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why We Get Stretch Marks<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Stretch marks are caused by the breaking of elastin and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/the-collagen-shoppe\/N-cp99v0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">collagen<\/a> in the dermis (the thick layer of tissue below the epidermis, the outermost layer of skin) when your skin stretches quickly, says <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rapdermbh.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tsippora Shainhouse<\/a>, M.D., a dermatologist in Beverly Hills. (Elastin is a connective tissue found in the skin that allows it to stretch and bounce back, while collagen is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/protein\/N-cp99j4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">protein<\/a> found all over the body that basically acts as your skin\u2019s support structure \u2014not only strengthening your skin, but keeping it smooth-looking.)<\/p>\n<p>There are a number of reasons these marks might show up on your skin. For one, stretch marks are genetic, Shainhouse says. So if your parents have them, you\u2019re more likely to develop them, too.<\/p>\n<p>First noticed stretch marks as a teen? That\u2019s because they often form on both guys and girls during quick growth spurts, says <a href=\"https:\/\/estakronbergmd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Esta Kronberg<\/a>, M.D., a dermatologist in Houston. They can also pop up during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/2017\/05\/09\/exercise-while-pregnant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pregnancy<\/a>, after quick weight gain, because of hormone abnormalities, and even as a result of lots of exercise, says Kronberg.<\/p>\n<p>One such stretch mark-causing hormonal disorder is Cushing\u2019s syndrome (which is marked by excess levels of the stress hormone cortisol), explains Frey. According to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/stretch-marks\/symptoms-causes\/dxc-20169157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>, cortisol which is pumped out by your adrenal glands, weakens elastic fibers in your skin, making it easier for stretch marks to form.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/13\/adrenal-fatigue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Could You Have Adrenal Fatigue?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And, yes, you heard us right\u2014your stretch marks might also be an unexpected result of your dedication to the gym. You can be fit <em>and<\/em> have stretch marks. \u201cThey are fairly common in bodybuilders, who develop significant muscle mass over a short period,\u201d says Shainhouse, noting that stretch marks caused by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/16\/how-to-build-muscle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">muscle growth<\/a> are often seen in the biceps.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Are Stretch Marks Permanent?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you have stretch marks\u2014wherever they are\u2014you\u2019ve probably wondered: Is there anything you can to do to get rid of \u2018em? Eventually most stretch marks fade to white or gray, but they rarely disappear completely, says Frey. Womp. That being said, there are a few treatments that may help minimize their appearance.<\/p>\n<p>One option: pulsed dye laser treatment. This non-invasive, relatively painless laser treatment takes just a few minutes per session and can be very effective, says Kronberg.<\/p>\n<p>The procedure uses a concentrated beam of light to target blood vessels, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcm.edu\/healthcare\/care-centers\/baylor-dermatology\/procedures\/pulsed-dye-laser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baylor College of Medicine<\/a>. \u201cPulsed dye lasers can help reduce the color [of stretch marks] more quickly,\u201d says Shainhouse.<\/p>\n<p>Many patients begin to see results in two to four sessions, says Kronberg, who recommends sessions on a biweekly or monthly basis.<\/p>\n<p>Just keep in mind that this is a cosmetic treatment, so you\u2019ll have to pay out of pocket. According to the online cosmetic surgery community <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realself.com\/pulsed-dye-laser\/cost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RealSelf.com<\/a>, the average cost of a pulsed dye laser session comes in around $800 (although price may vary by location). Kronberg recommends seeing a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic treatments for the procedure instead of visiting a spa.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/07\/natural-anti-aging-skincare\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15 Natural Ways To Hang On To That Youthful Glow<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Another in-office treatment: microdermabrasion. While this one might lessen the appearance of stretch marks, it\u2019s not a given. \u201cMicrodermabrasion is used to gently remove the top layers of skin with the hopes of stimulating underlying collagen formation,\u201d says Frey \u2014\u201cbut little scientific evidence exists showing the efficacy of this treatment.\u201d (Remember: When collagen breaks, it can leave behind stretch marks.)<\/p>\n<p>As far as at-home options go, lotions with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/lotion\/N-cp99mr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alpha hydroxy acids<\/a> (AHAs) like glycolic acid are your best bet, because they stimulate collagen, says Kronberg. Topical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/07\/skin-care-decade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">retinoids<\/a> also stimulate collagen, says Kronberg. But they can be irritating\u2014and may only work on new stretch marks that are less than a few months old, adds Frey. \u00a0Your best bet is going to the derm, since a prescription product will have higher-strength ingredients than anything you\u2019d find at a drugstore, says Kronberg.<\/p>\n<!-- Shortcode [rr-products] does not match the conditions -->\n<p>Stick with your treatment option of choice for three months, suggests Kronberg. If after three months nothing has changed and your stretch marks haven\u2019t faded, it\u2019s likely a sign they\u2019ll pretty much stick around for good.<\/p>\n<p>The bottom line: We\u2019re all about embracing the skin we\u2019re in\u2014but of course, if you\u2019re unhappy or frustrated with how your skin looks, talk with your derm to weigh your options. Otherwise, we say flaunt what you\u2019ve got\u2014stretch marks and all! After all, summer only lasts so long, and you deserve to enjoy every moment of it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many of us\u2014guys and gals alike\u2014have stretch marks. And although they\u2019re common, they can be pretty frustrating. 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