Introduction
The term “stretch marks” (technical term: Striae gravidarum) refers to visible signs of tearing, which are due to a very rapid and strong stretching of the tissue. In general, it can be assumed that about 75 to 90 percent of expectant mothers develop stretch marks during pregnancy. Especially the abdominal region (lower abdomen), the thighs and inner thighs are often affected by very pronounced stretch marks.
However, since there is also a significant increase in the size of the breasts during pregnancy, stretch marks are not uncommon in this area. Many women still assume that the development of such stretch marks can be prevented. In fact, genetic factors and the physical condition prior to pregnancy play a significant role.
If your own mother has already developed stretch marks, your own risk of suffering connective tissue and subcutaneous damage is very high. Especially younger women tend to develop stretch marks in the last weeks of pregnancy. Furthermore, the risk of developing stretch marks increases with weight gain. The occurrence of stretch marks can also be observed particularly frequently in women who are expecting multiple births.
When should I start with prevention?
In order to be able to reduce stretch marks, preventive measures should be started as early as possible, i.e. also in early pregnancy. Although no pregnancy belly is visible yet, it makes sense to pre-treat the skin on the endangered skin areas with creams and oils. A care product should be used at least once a day.
The skin is better supplied with blood, more elastic and prevents feelings of tension. In addition, the skin feels smoother, is protected against dehydration and thus increases the feeling of well-being. In general, however, prevention can be started at any time.
OilCoconut oil against stretch marks
In order to be able to reduce stretch marks at least a little, skin oils in combination with a massage are suitable. The massage also has a blood circulation-promoting effect, increases the skin elasticity and well-being. In drugstores and pharmacies there is a large selection of different skin oils and special pregnancy oils, which differ mainly in price and fragrance additives.
Wheat germ oils containing jojoba, almond, calendula and vitamin E are particularly suitable. But also coconut, olive and castor oil are best suited to regularly treat endangered skin areas such as the belly, buttocks and thighs. It is also possible to mix an individual oil by adding essential oils in different fragrances.
Meanwhile, shower oils are also available in drugstores, which are also very well suited for prevention. It should be made certain however with the procurement of the oil above all that the oil is based on natural contents materials and is free from preservatives and perfumes. These can be well processed by the body and reduce the risk of skin irritation. It is advisable to apply the oil at least once a day but especially directly after showering or bathing on the still moist skin in circular movements.
