Stretch marks are those zebra-like scars we get on the skin. These ugly marks are formed when the dermis is unable to keep its elasticity and shape. We are affected by this during rapid weight gain or weight loss, pregnancy or puberty. When the skin is overstretched, the connective fibers break, disrupting the proliferation of collagen.

The good news is that stretch mark removal is possible. The treatment you chose will depend upon the time and money you're willing to spend on your scar removal options. Pain is another factor, as most treatments for stretch marks require downtime or several invasive scar removal sessions.

Scar Removal for Stretch Marks

The best way to get rid of stretch marks is surgery. It involves getting rid of areas where you've been affected by stretch marks. People that opt for surgery are usually individuals with severe stretch marks on their belly. Stretch marks removal can be achieved with surgery, but this is an expensive treatment. It is also invasive, painful and requires long recovery time.

Laser treatment is also a surgical approach to eliminate stretch marks. It involves using a laser to get rid of the areas where you've been affected by stretch marks. This triggers new and healthier skin to grow and replace the old damaged skin. Several laser treatment sessions are needed to see results. It's considered to be a quite safe procedure with mild to moderate side effects. Side effects include redness, stinging and peeling.

Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical option for people that don't want to undergo an invasive treatment. This treatment can be performed by professionals at a beauty spa or by you in the comfort of your home with a microdermabrasion cream. This removal option uses microcrystals to eliminate the very top layer of your skin. This technique stimulates healthier skin to replace the old. It also stimulates collagen and elastin to make your skin much stronger and resilient. After a few sessions, you'll notice that your stretch marks are starting to fade. The best part of using this treatment is that it is pain-free and inexpensive.

Natural products are also used to effectively treat stretch marks. This is probably the most inexpensive method to get rid of marks but it's also the treatment that takes the most time. Nevertheless, let's just mention that it's still effective. In order for it to work, you need to find a product that contains snail secretion. Snail serum in topical ointments trigger the proliferation of collagen and elastin to make your skin stronger. It also has the ability to dissolve scar tissue to improve texture and appearance of you skin.