How to remove stretch marks on the chest: during pregnancy, after childbirth, how to get rid of creams, oils, ointments, folk remedies

Stretch marks on the chest appear as a result of weight gain or as a result of rapid weight loss. They do not cause any pain, are not causes of disease, but cause moral harm to women. You can remove the defect by cosmetic means, home remedies, surgical intervention. How to do this is described later in the article.

What are stretch marks and where do they come from

The female body is constantly changing – weight gain, weight loss, pregnancy, lactation. Microtraumas form in the subcutaneous tissue, collagen breaks, and connective tissue fills the voids. As a result, striae (stretch marks) 6/32 – 13/32 inch wide are formed. It is easier to prevent the appearance of neoplasms than to try to remove them in the future.

Fresh scar has a pink, red, blue or purple hue. Some may eventually turn white or stay as before. Stretch marks of blue and red are saturated with blood vessels, better to be adjusted.

They can be removed by complex methods – using a contrast shower, rubbing, applying creams, wraps. White striae are old stretch marks, such are more difficult to remove, sometimes it can be done only in cosmetic clinics by the method of therapies and resurfacing.

Causes of stretch marks on the chest

The skin is stretched, elasticity is lost, the muscle corset is reduced, as a result of the stretching.

The following causes lead to the formation of unaesthetic scars:

• pregnancy, lactation period. A woman has a hormonal shift and swelling of the mammary glands. During the period of feeding the baby milk is formed, as a result, the breast swells. After feeding, the breast is emptied. Sudden jumps lead to the formation of stretch marks. Stretching the skin forms microtrauma;
  
• hormonal disbalance. Stretching is caused by disruption of the gonads, endocrine system and adrenal glands. The reason signals a malfunction in the body;
• adolescence. The breasts of girls grow during maturation. If it increases slightly, then stretching can be avoided. With a sharp increase, collagen fibers are torn, which leads to the formation of stretch marks;
• weight loss or weight gain;
• genetics.

Reasons for the appearance of stretch marks:

At-risk groups

The following categories of women are most prone to stretch marks:

• losing weight – during a diet, active sports loads to reduce weight, the skin does not have time to change along with body size;
• athletes – when gaining muscle mass or a sharp cessation of training;
• adolescents – with a sharp growth of the chest;
• pregnant – during hormonal disorders;
• lactating – when there is a constant supply of milk and emptying of the breast after feeding.

How to deal with breast stretch marks

Stretch marks on the chest – how to remove and avoid their reappearance, the cosmetologist will tell.

To prevent and treat neoplasms, it is recommended:

• to do sports – do general strengthening exercises;
• use a contrast shower – blood circulation improves, tissue is fed;
• perform massage with oils;
  
• use firming creams, oils with a nourishing effect, lotions, scrubs;
• choose the right bra;
• lose weight gradually;
• drink plenty of fluids;
• take air baths, wraps;
• eat properly.

If the above methods do not help, women use laser grinding, peeling, mesotherapy and ozone therapy. With advanced conditions, stretch marks are removed by excision.

Ointments for stretch marks on the chest

Ointments are used in the fight against chronic stretch marks, in the removal of fresh formations, and also as a prophylactic.

Title	Features of the composition	Efficiency	Price
Sanosan	Hibiscus seeds, vitamins, calcium, proteins, jojoba oil, amino acids.	Increases skin elasticity, firmness. Prevents the appearance of new ones and makes old stretch marks less noticeable.	$ 5 – $ 6.
Anti stretch mark cream	Proteins, elastin, minerals.	The incoming components nourish and smooth the skin, preventing clogging of the pores.	$ 8 – $ 27.
Inthenso guam	Glycolic acid, macadamia oil, vitamin C.	Exfoliating old cells, rejuvenates the skin, increases elasticity. Vitamin C produces collagen, disinfects the skin.	$ 54.
Provamed	Jojoba oil, collagen, vitamin B.	Active ingredients saturate the skin with nutrients, softening and moisturizing it. Effectively fight old striae.	$ 8,16

Cosmetical tools

The range of cosmetic products is extensive. It is recommended to use creams, ointments, gels from striae based on natural ingredients. Vitamins B, A and E nourish the skin, saturating it with beneficial properties.

Hyaluronic acid is involved in the restoration of the skin, natural oils and amino acids moisturize it. The composition of cosmetics should be natural components – chamomile, nettle, calendula, agave. Hydroxyproline is responsible for the production of collagen.

Gels for stretch marks

The gel form penetrates deep into the layers of the epidermis, improving the condition of the skin, saturating it with nutrients. Collagen growth is activated.

Title	Features of the composition	Efficiency	Price
Contractubex	Allantoin, onion extract, heparin, xanthan gum.	Active microcirculation of the blood occurs, regeneration processes start.	$ 6,8
Mederma	Allantoin, onion extract, xanthan gum.	Effective in the fight against stretch marks and other scars. Relieves inflammation, pain, is antimicrobial in nature.	$ 5 – $ 7.
Mama comfort	Hyalouranic acid, extract of fucus, hfoschka, nettle, green tea, meadowsweet, green coffee.	The incoming substances strengthen the structure of the skin, restore, improve microcirculation.	$ 6,12

Cosmetic oils for stretch marks

Title	Structure	Efficiency	Price
Amaranth oil	Biogenic amines, amino acids, fatty acids, minerals, vitamins.	Penetrates deep into the layers of the epidermis, eliminates old stretch marks, prevents the appearance of new ones.	$ 11 – $ 27.
Hipp	Natural, herbal ingredients – sunflower oil, jojoba extract, almonds.	Gives the skin additional hydration, nutrition, elasticity.	$ 11 – $ 14.
Camelox	Vitamin E, wheat oil, rosemary.	Improves blood circulation, increases skin elasticity, eliminates fresh stretch marks.	$ 1 – $ 5.

Chest Stretch Exercises

Comprehensive exercises give an effective effect in the fight against long stretching, as well as in order to prevent the appearance of new formations.

Classes are simple and do not take much time:

• his face looks at the wall, his hands rest on it, push his hands off the wall;
• sitting on a chair, join hands at chest level. Squeeze tightly, stay in position for 5 seconds, release and repeat;

  

• in a standing position to reduce the shoulder blades. For a few seconds, linger, relax and repeat;
  
• pulling up on the horizontal bar and push-ups.

Breast massage for stretch marks

Stretch marks on the chest due to massage actions become visually smaller, old and new appearances are removed. Massage in combination with oils will give a better effect.

For stretch marks use the manual or Taoist method.

At home, you can perform manual massage – the chest is massaged in circular movements from the nipple to the shoulders. In the Taoist mode, rotations occur around the chest with depression. The second method is recommended not to be used at home, as you can squeeze the mammary glands.

Salon treatments

More and more women are inclined to visit cosmetology clinics.

In the salons, various treatment options are used:

• radio wave therapy – a method of applying radio wave impulses that condense and restore collagen in the body. After the session, skin tightening is observed and striae are less noticeable. To achieve maximum results, apply up to 5 sessions. This method is affordable, painless, highly effective;
• laser resurfacing – layer by layer evaporation of stretch marks. After the procedure, restoration of skin elasticity is observed. During the session, collagen is activated, it is enough to use 5 procedures to achieve a good result. The disadvantages include cost and pain;
  
• microdermabrasion – the procedure can remove old scars, but it gives unpleasant sensations. Painful procedure with high efficiency. To reduce pain, anesthetics are used, the procedure is accompanied by a long rehabilitation. There is a smoothing of the skin, the disappearance of stretch marks;
• Microcurrent exposure is a common way to combat stretch marks. The procedure removes scars and cellulite. Microcurrent improves the metabolic process, nourishes the skin, smoothes and restores. The duration of the sessions is up to 10 courses;
• oxygen-ozone cocktail – a procedure after which full skin restoration occurs. During the session, portions of the ozone mixture are introduced under the drive. Oxygen saturation, scar softening, and improved blood circulation occur. The number of sessions is determined by the doctor;
• chemical peeling is a highly effective procedure in which the epidermal top layer is burned. At the same time, regeneration and stimulation of collagen production occur. This method is highly effective, but painful;
• mesotherapy – metabolic processes are accelerated by introducing a therapeutic mass under the skin. The composition of the cocktail includes amino acids, vitamins, hyaluronic acid. After the procedure, the skin is smoothed, its tone is increased. It is especially effective with new fresh stretch marks.

Home masks

A good result is achieved through the use of masks with natural ingredients. The procedure can be performed daily or 2 times a week.

Structure	Use time	Features
60 g honey and 60 g almond oil	up to 20 minutes	There is a deep nutrition of the skin, improving its color, recovery.
60 g of oat flakes, 3,38 fluid ounce of water, 60 g of sour cream (high fat content)	15 minutes.	The skin softens, elastin and collagen are produced, stretch marks are smoothed out.
30 g of cottage cheese, 10 g of olive oil, honey, sour cream, 1 egg.	20 minutes.	The ingredients in the composition smooth the skin and nourish, increasing its elasticity.

Home scrubs

Scrub differs from masks in that it removes dead skin cells, has an exfoliated effect. It is not recommended to use more than 15 minutes. After the procedure, you should definitely use a soothing cream or gel from stretch marks.

The most effective scrubs:

• on coffee grounds – 30 g with the addition of 30 g of honey and essential oil. Mixed ingredients are applied to the chest with massaging movements. Perform the procedure for up to 10 minutes. After rinse with cool water;
  
• on the basis of clay – 30 g with the same amount of salt;
• 30 g of sour cream and coffee grounds. Such peeling can withstand up to 15-20 minutes .;
• 60 g of salt and sugar mixed with 30 g of vegetable oil. The mixture is applied with massage movements to the skin of the chest.

Homemade creams

Stretch marks on the chest (how to remove using creams based on natural products, described below) can be tried to remove at home.

Actual methods:

• 1 g of mummy is mixed with 10 g of water and a fat cream of 20 g. The cream is used daily in massaging movements until completely absorbed;
• 100 g of dandelion leaves and 2 aloe leaves are crushed, 30 g of oatmeal and 100 g of vegetable oil are added to the composition. It is applied to the chest, washed off after half an hour;
• the same amount of sour cream and coffee grounds is mixed – 60 g each, rubbed into the desired place, the rest of the mixture is removed with a napkin.

Homemade Lotions

Lotions are able to strengthen the skin, tone and restore collagen fibers. You can make them at home.

The use of lotions avoids the threat of scarring, the most effective:

• based on horsetail – this product is effective in combating striae. In its composition there is a more useful substance – silicon, known as a regenerating element. To prepare the lotion, you need 50 g of the plant, half a gallon of vodka, lemon juice. Instead of vodka, water or alcohol is suitable. The lotion is waited in a dark place for a month, diluted with half a gallon of water. The recipe is used twice a day;
• based on carrots – a vegetable is rubbed on a fine grater, a glass of water is added, a quarter of an hour is infused. After waiting, almond oil is added to the composition, use twice a day;
• comfrey based – the plant is sold in a pharmacy. 30 g comfrey infused with 1 tablespoon. water 20 min. Use twice a day.

Use of essential oils

Essential oils are effective for fresh scarring. As the main component, oils of rose, lavender, rosemary, citrus are used. Essential oils in combination with moisturizing lotions gives a double effect. The product has many good properties – nourishes, moisturizes, improves the skin; relieves puffiness, enhances blood flow, improves muscle tone.

Stretch marks on the chest – how to remove with the help of essential oil:

• based on orange – the most effective tool in the fight against stretch marks. Use 1 drop of this ingredient and 30 g of almond oil. Rub an orange oil into your chest with a sponge, napkin, or massage mitt for a quarter of an hour;
  
• based on rose oil – 15 drops are mixed with 30 g of wheat germ, 200 g of olive oil. The resulting mixture is able to deal with chronic striae;
• based on lavender or tangerine essential oils . 2 drops are mixed with the base oil and rubbed until completely absorbed. In addition to moisturizing, they have the effect of softening old stretch marks.

Contrast compress

The essence of contrasting compresses is to improve blood circulation. Blood, due to a constant change in temperature, begins to actively rush to the skin, producing collagen and repairing damaged tissues.

Stretch marks on the chest – how to remove using contrast compression:

1. hot water is poured into one container, a spoonful of salt is added;
2. the second – cold water with lemon juice;
3. a towel (preferably terry) soaked in hot water is applied to the chest for 30 seconds;
4. another towel is dipped in a container of cold water, applied to the chest for 30 seconds;
   
5. the procedure is repeated up to 6 times in each water;
6. after applying any homemade or bought from stretch marks lotion.

Seaweed wrap

Algal wrapping is recognized as one of the effective remedies for stretch marks. The special composition is sold in pharmacies or made independently. Algae are brewed with hot water, infused, applied to prepared breast skin. After wrapped with a film, the chest is wrapped in a shawl. It is recommended to lie down under a blanket or drink hot tea to enhance the effect.

Algae soften the skin, saturating it with beneficial substances. Before the procedure, it is recommended to clean the skin, after – apply a nourishing cream. The duration of the procedure should not exceed half an hour.

Water treatments

A contrast shower is useful for stretch marks. This technique enhances blood circulation and metabolic processes, trains capillaries and blood vessels. The procedur
e consists of alternating cold and hot dousing with water. First, warm water is used, which is gradually regulated to hot. After – a sharp drop in water temperature and then again hot.

It is recommended to alternate the temperature up to 5 times, the reception ends with a cold shower. After the procedure, the skin is rubbed with a terry towel.

For women using the technique for the first time, you should start with small differences, increasing the intensity of the temperature. A contrast shower in combination with other methods of getting rid of stretch marks is much more effective than in a single application.

Features of getting rid of stretch marks during pregnancy and lactation

Stretch marks appear during the swelling of the mammary glands, when the breast is preparing to become a source of feeding the baby. A sharp increase in the breast leads to rupture of the ligaments, as a result, striae appear. To prevent stretch marks, it is important to prepare the skin in advance – use creams and lotions.

During pregnancy, many drugs are prohibited. Even home-made products based on coffee, essential oils or honey are banned. The reason for this is the possible occurrence of allergies in the fetus. During feeding, a pungent smell can scare away the baby, and he will stop eating mom’s milk.

Preference should be given to plant-based ointments and creams. Pharmacies offer a wide selection of drugs in the state of feeding and pregnancy. Contrast shower and self-massage help well. Various chemical and laser resurfacing and other salon procedures are prohibited.

Unaesthetic strips are easier to prevent than to get rid of them afterwards. When deciding to lose weight, it is important to prepare the breast, along with the diet and physical activity, treat the skin with creams from stretch marks, use a contrast shower, monitor body weight.

Collagen production is facilitated by foods consumed – fresh vegetables, fruits. It is important to choose the right underwear, after giving birth to wear a special bra bandage that holds its shape and prevents the appearance of stretch marks on the chest. It is necessary to combine several methods of combating formations to improve the effect.

In advanced situations, unaesthetic formations can be removed by chemical or laser grinding, ozone therapy, and microcurrent. How these procedures work has been described above.

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