Thank you for the feedback, Amari, although I wish my legs had grown longer (LOL). Anyway, the stretch marks settled right around the thigh area. They bothered me a lot more when I was younger. Nonetheless, I would still like to get rid of them. I have been reading about ablative and non-ablative lasers for so many different types of conditions (e.g., wrinkles, acne scarring, sagging, hyperpigmentation). I wonder if there is a laser that specifically targets stretch marks. If so, has anyone had a treatment?
10/04/2011 03:07 PM
AmariT
Posts: 184
Cher: When did they appear? Was it during puberty? If so, you probably had a growth spurt in which your legs grew too quickly for your skin (in length rather than width).
09/27/2011 03:44 PM
Cher777
Posts: 101
I am thin, and I have always been thin, but somehow I got stretch marks on my thighs. The only logical explanation I can think of for their development is that I have a genetic predisposition to spot weight in that area (both of my sisters also have the dreaded saddlebags). Still, I purposely stay thin so this problem is manageable. If my thigh width has not fluctuated at any discernible level, though, why did the stretch marks form?
06/22/2011 09:05 AM
Comet
Posts: 54
OK, this is really a small potential problem with stretchmarks compared to the much more serious injuries talked about here: lovehandles- which I'm working hard to lose. I've lost 3% of my body weight already- but am I at risk of replacing them with stretchmarks instead?
04/19/2011 04:21 PM
AmariT
Posts: 184
Grace: Stretchmarks are purely aesthetic, but being overweight can cause type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, cancer, osteoarthritis, sleep problems, pregnancy complications, and other health issues.
03/30/2011 12:05 PM
gracewang
Posts: 35
I think I would rather choose to stay fat than gain a strech mark.
03/30/2011 10:40 AM
llin
Posts: 25
I think it depends on how much pounds you get lost. Obviously, gradually weight loss will be much better to avoid the stretch marks, however, if you want to loss 30 pds. You have to be prepare for the stretch marks before you do it. Like cvwarner said, moisturize skin frequently.
09/22/2010 10:23 AM
xzhao
Posts: 15
Vitamin E is really helpful,my friend uses it often. I am still trying to lose soem weight...BTW, I noticed it is said that "rapid weight loss", so is there problem if graduatelly weight loss?
06/24/2010 05:09 PM
cvwarner
Posts: 7
Great advice! To add a personal note, in my own weight loss program over the past year I established a regular exercise routine in addition to dieting. Therefore, as I gradually lost weight, I avoided stretch marks since exercising helped tighten any loose skin, keeping up with my weight loss. Frequent exercise also speeds the weight loss process and contributes to overall health. Here are a few other helpful tips for stretch marks prevention: - Moisturize skin with creams and lotions such as cocoa butter and nutrients such as vitamin E - Massage skin to increase circulation of blood and nutrients, promoting healthy skin - Immediately treat stretch marks upon appearance with scar treatment creams
02/17/2010 09:26 AM
slachapelle
Posts: 47
Stretch marks often occur during rapid weight loss because of the rapid loss of fat. Prior to your weight loss, the fat was suspending and supporting your skin. Once the fat is gone, gravity presses down on you and your skin collapses without the fatty framework, causing tears in the layers of skin and then stretch marks. The result of this rapid weight loss may leave you embarrassed of your new body, and this could lead to rapid weight gain and therefore even more stretch marks. Stick to healthy diet plans to start with, and follow a few tips to avoid stretch marks. Remember to eat a healthy balanced diet, and be sure to exercise to tighten loose skin, and stay hydrated.
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