Pharmacy remedies for stretch marks

When it comes to beauty and health, the choice of cosmetics will make you dizzy: beauty bloggers recommend expensive products (that’s understandable, they were paid), in advertising one product can radically change us for the better (some of the products really can, but more on that later). But not a word about pharmaceuticals.

Do you know why? Because they do not need advertising, hence the low cost (the price does not include advertising and marketing costs). They are even used in newfangled cosmetics, and some will even make premium packaging and set the price 10 times higher.

Today we will look at pharmaceutical remedies for stretch marks, cellulite, as well as products for hands and teeth.

Pharmacy remedies for stretch marks:

1. mumiyo (from 35 rubles): it will tighten the skin well and is involved in getting rid of cellulite. It is enough to dissolve two tablets in the cream, and lubricate the area with stretch marks with this improved cream. Important! Before applying, scrub well (with ground coffee). Do such procedures regularly and soon you will not see stretch marks on your body;
2. Clearwin cream (price about 50 rubles): copes well with stretch marks on the thighs;
3. once again about mumiyo: dissolve a gram of mumiyo in a teaspoon of boiled water and mix with baby cream (about 100 grams). We store the mixture in the refrigerator, lubricate areas with stretch marks and small scars once a day. And soon you won't see them;
4. Rosemary (about 60 rubles) and Petit grain (150-200 rubles): more about them below, I’ll write the whole recipe now.

Must be 100% essential oil. Recipe for a monthly course. Required:

1. a bottle of body milk (150 ml is enough);
2. a bottle of petit grain essential oil 10 ml (can be replaced with rosemary);
3. two bottles of almond oil (50 ml each).

If your skin is very dry, it is better to stock up on an extra bottle of almond oil. Subsequent monthly courses - two bottles of almond oil will be enough, believe me

Every morning, add 10 drops of rosemary or petit grain essential oil per teaspoon of base to areas with stretch marks. Our base is body milk and almond oil.

Every day we alternate milk and almond oil as a base. Apply to the area with stretch marks, rub in circular movements until the mixture is completely absorbed. For the full effect, I advise you to also take vitamins A and C, magnesium, zinc, beta-carotene and amino acids (which serve as building materials for strengthening the skin).

Our mixture, which we rub into the stretch marks area, serves as a stimulator of cell regeneration. To be honest, I’m very surprised that young girls order strange creams for stretch marks on the Internet when everything is available in the pharmacy.

Pharmacy remedies for cellulite:

1. sea ​​salt: good for massaging the thighs and butt;
2. apple cider vinegar for cellulite on the legs: from the knee to the top of the thigh, we rub our legs after a shower every evening, and after half a month the “stars” fade. No irritation, no allergies - just a pleasant smell and a cool effect;
3. blue clay: this is actually a powerful remedy! And with coffee grounds and mineral water - a cruel killer of cellulite and excess fluid in the subcutaneous tissue.

Pharmacy for teeth. And here I will highlight activated carbon separately: you need to crumble it, brush your teeth with it, and rinse your mouth well. After a couple of weeks, smile in the mirror and you will see well-whitened teeth.

By the way, you can add a little lemon oil to your toothpaste; it also provides a whitening effect.

Pharmaceutical hand products: here I will recommend two recipes for hand mash (especially relevant in the winter season, when many people have chapped hands).

Recipe No. 1. Mix ammonia, alcohol (70%) and glycerin in equal proportions. Lubricate your hands.

Recipe No. 2. In equal proportions: ethyl and ammonia, water. Glycerin 2 to 1 with water. We wash our hands, apply the mash, put on cotton gloves.

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The mechanism of action of almost all of these drugs is moisture retention and stimulation of metabolic processes in the epidermis. Those who like to experiment can try to prepare a cream for stretch marks at home, but a better solution would be to use professional products produced by the best manufacturers using the achievements of modern cosmetology and the latest scientific developments in this field. It's time to get to know these cosmetic products better.

Which brand of stretch mark cream should I choose?

The following brands that produce the most effective remedies for stretch marks are popular among buyers:

Avent

An English brand known for a wide range of products for young mothers and babies. Since 1984, the products produced by this manufacturer have enjoyed deserved popularity among consumers all over the world, are completely environmentally friendly and safe for health.

Bepanthen

A Swiss manufacturer that has been supplying the market with quality products for over 70 years to help care for the skin of every family member. The effectiveness and high degree of safety when used are confirmed by clinical studies. The components are able to penetrate into the deep layers of the skin and stimulate its regeneration.

VICHY

The products of this brand contain water from geothermal sources, saturated with mineral salts and microelements, due to which it has unique healing and regenerating properties. Since 1931, Vichy creams have been helping people get rid of skin imperfections and bring it into ideal condition.

Mustela

The product, created by the French laboratory Expanscience, is sold in more than 97 countries around the world, based on active ingredients of natural origin. All products are hypoallergenic, with a high degree of tolerance, and have been tested under the supervision of the best specialists.

Pregnacare

An English manufacturer whose products contain a complex of active vitamins and minerals that have a beneficial effect on the skin and help maintain its ideal condition.

SANOSAN

A cosmetic line that was developed in Germany to care for the skin of young mothers and children from the first days of life. 97% of the products consist of vitamins and natural oils, are hypoallergenic and completely safe to use, which is confirmed by clinical studies.

Rating of the best remedies for stretch marks

When creating this rating, based on reviews from real users, the following basic properties of the products in question were taken into account:

1. the fame of the manufacturer, the popularity of its products among buyers;
2. safety – the product should not contain any substances that can negatively affect the body. The instructions must indicate whether this product can be used during pregnancy or lactation;
3. composition - the product must contain components that influence the increase in skin elasticity, such as elastin and collagen, or stimulators of their production;
4. hypoallergenic;
5. contains a minimum amount of fragrances and dyes in the cream. Ideally, the cream should be practically odorless and colorless;
6. good absorption of the selected product;
7. price.

The best creams for stretch marks

The list of the best creams for stretch marks purchased to combat this skin defect includes products from the following manufacturers:

Avent - a cream popular throughout Europe

Its advantages include:

1. brand awareness and a large number of users satisfied with the results obtained;
2. large tube volume, allowing you to use the product for a long time;
3. pleasant consistency ensuring good absorption of the product;
4. hypoallergenic;
5. absence of a pronounced odor;
6. the ability to eliminate the feeling of dryness and tightness of the skin for a long time;
7. the ability to use the product during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

This cream has few disadvantages, these include:

1. limited amount of information in Russian on the packaging of the product;
2. relatively high cost;
3. rarely found on sale;
4. is able to prevent the appearance of stretch marks, but is ineffective in the fight against those that have already appeared.

In general, users respond positively to this product and most often recommend it for use.

How to choose the right product?

Striae always appear when the skin is sharply stretched and are the result of microtears in the tissue. It is very difficult to get rid of them; it is better to prevent their appearance at the initial stage of skin stretching.

There are 2 groups of remedies for stretch marks:

1. preventing their appearance;
2. masking the problem.

During pregnancy, you should use the first type of cream for prevention. If stretch marks are already noticeable, then a second one will do.

When choosing an ointment, it is important to pay attention to the composition. To prevent stretching of the epidermis, the product must contain the following components:

1. hyaluronic acid – increases skin elasticity, thereby reducing the likelihood of ruptures;
2. vitamins A, C and E - accelerate the healing process, produce a rejuvenating effect;
3. proteins – maintain water balance;
4. glycerin – has a moisturizing effect;
5. essential oils (roses, geranium, cocoa, shea, coconut, argan) - moisturize, retain moisture, nourish, prevent micro-tears;
6. silicon – nourishes, makes the skin healthier and stronger.

Silicon is found only in expensive creams and gels.

Vitamin A should not be present in products for stretch marks during pregnancy; it can harm the fetus.

To treat existing stretch marks, you need a product with an enhanced composition:

1. panthenol – produces a regenerating effect;
2. zinc oxide – reduces inflammation, has a vasoconstrictor effect (not suitable for dry and sensitive skin);
3. aloe – moisturizes and heals damage;
4. onion extract – produces an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect, restores the epidermis (not suitable for sensitive skin);
5. citrus oil – prevents the increase of stretch marks;
6. algae extract – nourishes and makes the skin more elastic;
7. tea tree oil – reduces inflammation, heals damage.

To combat existing stretch marks, you should know that the first components in the list are the most significant.

When choosing a product for stretch marks on the skin, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the skin. If stretch marks appear on the thighs and abdomen, then you should use drugs with more aggressive components in the composition (zinc oxide or onion extract). For breasts, you need to choose gentle ingredients (panthenol).

Cream for stretch marks on the chest that contains zinc oxide, onion extract or essential oils should not be used during lactation.

Stretch marks on the bust and abdomen during pregnancy appear especially actively in the last trimester, so you cannot do without ointments. A pregnant woman should carefully choose a remedy. The composition should not contain artificial components, such as dyes, fragrances, silicone or parabens. You also need to look at expiration dates.

An allergy test should be performed before applying to the skin. Apply a small portion of the cream to your wrist and wait 30 minutes. If there is no reaction, then the drug is safe.

A preparation for stretch marks for pregnant women must be hypoallergenic.

For scars and old stretch marks that are more than 1 year old, you need products based on potent components, for example, silicone, sodium heparin, collagenase or urea. The best scar cream is Contractubex.

Review

An anti-stretch mark product should be selected based on the individual characteristics of the skin and the age of the stretch marks. Here are some popular drugs.

Losterine

This is a cream based on D-panthenol, salicylic acid, urea, almond oil, Japanese Sophora extract and naphthalene. It is suitable for dry skin, moisturizes, eliminates itching, flaking, inflammation, and has a regenerating and antibacterial effect.

Clearvin

This is an effective remedy for stretch marks during pregnancy. It can be used both for the treatment and prevention of stretch marks. The cream has a natural composition, increases the elasticity of the skin, improves blood circulation, moisturizes, nourishes, and promotes the healing of microdamages.

Clearwin contains aloe vera, beeswax, sesame oil, calamus, madder, basil, petroleum jelly, glycerin and other components.

Before use in pregnant women, an allergy test should be performed. Biologically active components may be allergens.

Avent

This is one of the best remedies for stretch marks in pregnant and nursing mothers. It is worth noting that the cream is effective if stretch marks are already present, but it can also be used for preventive purposes. The product is suitable for stretch marks on the chest because it is safe for the baby and hypoallergenic.

Compound:

1. algae extract;
2. Shea Butter;
3. papaya oil

Green mama

This is an algae-based moisturizer. Suitable for regular skin care during pregnancy. It strengthens the skin, making it stronger, thereby reducing the likelihood of stretch marks. Used for preventive purposes.

Panthenol

Panthenol is not a specialized remedy for stretch marks, but it can be used for prevention, as well as in cases where there have been several small stretch marks. D-panthenol in the composition promotes skin regeneration, restores metabolic processes, reduces inflammation and increases skin strength.

Beta carotene

Cream with beta-carotene has an antioxidant effect, improves metabolic processes, and accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues. The skin becomes elastic and elastic, the likelihood of stretch marks decreases.

Lierac

This is a remedy against stretch marks after childbirth in the form of a gel. Contains elastin, collagen and natural oils. The gel increases the elasticity of the skin and moisturizes it. Suitable for combating existing deep stretch marks. With regular use, they will become less noticeable, and small stretch marks will disappear altogether.

It can be used by pregnant women starting from the 3rd month, applied to the chest, abdomen and thighs.

Mustella

It is a specialized effective remedy for stretch marks during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Does not contain parabens, phthalates, alcohols or other harmful additives. Is 100% hypoallergenic. Active ingredients of the cream of natural origin:

1. Sophora japonica;
2. elastoregulator;
3. lupeol;
4. arabinogalactin;
5. beeswax;
6. Shea Butter;
7. avocado oil

These components have a double effect on stretch marks. They make the skin more elastic and elastic, enhance regeneration, moisturize, nourish, and also reduce inflammation and strengthen capillaries.

The elastoregulator in the composition is a derivative of soy peptides. It regulates the production of collagen and elastin.

Mangosteen

This is a cream based on mangosteen extract. This fruit has a rich biologically active composition. Contains:

Mangosteen nourishes, moisturizes, softens, evens out color, removes small stretch marks and makes the skin smoother. It has a slight anti-inflammatory effect, due to which it prevents stretch marks from turning into a scar. Use as a regular skin care product.

Dermatix

The gel is used to improve the appearance of scars and scars. It eliminates redness and itching, retains moisture, and smoothes stretch marks. To obtain a noticeable effect, it should be used for at least 2 months, applied 2 times a day.

As for pregnant and nursing mothers, there is no confirmed information that would prove or disprove the safety of the gel.

Mederma

This is a remedy against stretch marks and scars, stimulating regeneration processes. The cream improves the color of the skin and removes pigmented areas. It doesn’t just mask the problem, but affects it from the inside.

Mederma restores cellular structure and moisturizes well. The active ingredients are allantoin and cepalin. They have restorative properties, normalize metabolic processes, and stimulate collagen production. Allantoin reduces inflammation and also stimulates the growth of new cells, which promotes skin renewal.

The gel is not contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but may cause allergic reactions. It must be applied taking precautions.

General principles of application

Even the most effective anti-stretch mark cream will not give the desired result if you do not use it correctly. Basic principles:

1. Regularity of use.It is necessary to apply the product daily; if you miss at least one day, the effect will be lost.
2. Preliminary cleaning of the skin.The skin needs to be cleaned, preferably steamed.
3. Compliance with dosage and application technology.The cream should be applied in a thin layer to the entire surface of the stretch marks, as well as to the area around it. Afterwards you need to wait for the product to be absorbed.
4. Compliance with safety measures.If the drug is used during pregnancy or lactation, it should be safe. Breastfeeding women should apply the gel to their breasts between feedings. You need to calculate the time so that the product has time to be absorbed. Before feeding, the breasts must be washed.

Of course, there are many effective creams for stretch marks, but treating them is still problematic. To prevent the appearance of stretch marks, preventive measures should be followed. It is necessary to increase the elasticity of the skin and prevent sudden weight gain.

Simultaneously with ointments, you should resort to physical activity. Stretching gives a good effect. This is a type of aerobics. Its action is aimed at losing weight and stretching.

Author: Oksana Belokur, doctor,
especially for Dermatologiya.pro

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