Postpartum stretch marks pose no significant health risks; they are more about the physical appearance of mothers after pregnancy. Women tend to gain more weight during pregnancy as the babies grow in the womb; the areas around the stomach, breasts and thighs are stretched to accommodate the baby.
Stretch marks are a visible reminder of the incredible work your body has gone through, and women should be proud of the appearance of stretch marks after delivery. As a new mother, you will experience hormonal and physical changes.
You might be upset with the appearance of stretch marks on your stomach, breasts and thighs; these marks are not permanent, so they will fade away over time, although they may never disappear.
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However, there are ways new mothers can minimize the appearance of post pregnancy stretch marks or postpartum wrinkles, and many products, techniques, and remedies can help with the healing process.
Postpartum Stretch Mark Removal
Chemical Peels: Chemical peels can also be used for stretch mark removal, but the type and strengths of chemicals in the solutions vary according to skin sensitivity. The chemical peels off the skin’s top layer and activates new skin cells. It works faster but is expensive, and only qualified experts can recommend the treatment to patients.
Surgical Stretch Mark Removal: Surgical stretch mark removal is the only permanent option for eliminating stretch marks. A surgical procedure can only be performed on women with excess skin on the stomach. Homemade Remedies and Techniques: Scientists highly recommend it for all skin types. It is affordable but works slowly.
Aloe vera and Shea buttercream: Aloe vera gel and (white/yellow) shea butter contain many vitamins and minerals for skincare. Shea butter and aloe vera can be used to heal stretch marks; it has some anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are essential anti-ageing agents.
To make a bowl of Aloe vera and shea buttercream (Shealoe butter), you need unrefined shea butter, aloe vera gel and a hand mixer. Add ingredients together in a bowl and mix them with a hand mixer until it is lightened in colour and often described as fluffy.
Massage and apply the mixed ingredient onto the affected area of your skin until your skin collagen entirely absorbs it.
Turmeric and lemon juice: Turmeric and lemon juice are inexpensive remedies used to treat stretch marks as it helps with skin tightening and lightening stretch marks.
Combine and mix equal quantities of turmeric powder and lemon juice into your hands (palms), apply the mixture onto your skin, and leave it for 15 minutes before washing it off thoroughly.
Sugar and honey scrub: Exfoliating the areas with natural honey and sugar scrub will help speed the skin’s healing process. Mix one spoon of sugar and honey, add a few drops of essential oil to make a paste, apply the paste and exfoliate your skin before washing it off thoroughly.
