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. This is usually caused by obesity, pregnancy and puberty. This makes our skin to overstretch in a short period of time. This causes the connective fibers to break, disrupting the production 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. Another factor to consider is how much pain you are willing to deal with as most options have side effects and recovery time.

Scar Removal Options

Surgery is the best way to get rid of stretch marks. It consists of cutting away the areas where you have 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 eliminate stretch marks. This triggers new and healthier skin to grow and replace the old damaged skin. For laser treatment to be effective, several sessions are needed. It's a pretty safe procedure with mild to moderate side effects such as redness, stringing and peeling.

Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical option for people that don't want to undergo an invasive treatment. It can be done at a beauty spa or in the comfort of your home with a microdermabrasion cream. This removal treatment uses abrading microcrystals to get rid of the 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 treatment takes longer to see results, but results are permanent. 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.