By Red Dimaandal-Escamillas
Whether they appear after rapid weight changes or pregnancy, stretch marks often reflect significant life milestones–each with its own emotional weight. Commonly occurring during periods of huge physical and emotional change, some see them as a badge of honour, while others see them as unwanted and unattractive. Body positivity isn’t one-size-fits-all, and how you want to handle your stretch marks is up to you.
While it’s virtually impossible to remove stretch marks completely, there are ways to minimize the appearance of them while at the same time supporting skin health and hydration.
Read on to discover our picks of the best stretch mark creams.
Bio-Oil Skincare Oil
Popular among new and expecting moms, this product contains Vitamin A Oil, Vitamin E, and anti-inflammatory plant-based oils to promote better elasticity, repair skin damage and reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Although it feels like a rich oil during application, it sinks in quickly with no greasy feeling left behind.
Mama’s Choice Stretch Mark Cream
This stretch mark cream penetrates deep into skin and helps lighten and fade stretch marks. Loaded with lipobelle soyaglycone, aloe vera, olive oil, and jojoba oil, it’s a great option to have on hand during pregnancy but also post sun or whenever skin feels uncomfortably dry.
Palmers Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks
A great option for improving the elasticity and suppleness of stretching skin as well as reducing the look of stretch marks, this cream contains plenty of softening ingredients like a special blend of pure Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E, Shea Butter, and Bio CElaste to improve the tone and texture of lumpy, bumpy skin.
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