BEAUTY
Stretch Marks
Is It Getting Under Your.....Skin?
Stretch marks are a type of
scar that occurs beneath the
skin. It’s formed when the substance located in the deeper
layers of the skin stretches and
eventually tears. This causes
scars to form just like any oth- How to Prevent Stretch Marks
er open wound when it heals. Stay Hydrated! The reason you should consistently drink
water is that water will help keep your skin more elastic. If
Stretch marks can be formed
your skin is more elastic and it does stretch, it will more easby several different things such ily return back to its original form without tearing. Another
as sudden muscle gain, rapid reason to drink water is that it will also help you maintain
weight gain or loss, pregnan- weight as it helps control hunger and aid in healthy digestion.
cy, puberty, etc. Essentially
Eat Healthier!
anything that causes the rapid This is going to sound pretty obvious, but a lot of people
shrinking or expanding of the don’t do it. Eat foods that promote healthy skin. Look on
food labels and see if they contain plenty of protein and vitacollagen can cause a stretch
mark. For most people, stretch mins A, C, D or zinc.
marks can be easily and completely prevented if you follow a
few simple tips.
Always eat in moderation. Not only eat healthy,
but don’t eat too much. Consistency is the key to
avoiding excessive stretching of the skin. Think
about your skin like a rubber band. If you slowly pull the rubber band to its limits, it is much
more likely to hold up than if you very rapidly
pull it to its limits. If you are pregnant, try your
best to stay within the recommended healthy
weight gain limits of 10-15kg.