How to Use Almond Oil for Stretch Marks

You might notice lines over your back, knees and on shoulders. Medically, these streaks are known as striae distensae and popularly known as stretch marks.

Stretch marks are common and are not associated with any serious health hazard. Anyhow, people out of cosmetic concern try different natural remedies like aloe, honey, cucumber and almond oil for treating stretch marks.

There is a bad news for you. According to medical experts stretch marks can’t be treated completely. However, you can fade their appearance with regular topical application of natural or steroid creams.

Based on studies when your skin stretches beyond its ability, the elastic fibers of dermis layer break at different points. Along with slight inflammation, red linear lines appear over the skin which will be turned into white lines as the time passes. There are many causes of stretch marks, gaining or losing weight being most common cause of striae.

Almond Oil for Stretch Marks

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You’ll find many home available remedies to fade stretch marks when you check innate ingredients aisle. But, unfortunately none of them are backed by a scientific research. However, beauty experts recommend almond oil and other natural ingredients for cosmetic purpose.

Almond oil has been used from centuries as a beauty product. Its exceptional nutrients soothe your scars and enhance elasticity. Cosmetic industries incorporate almond oil in their creams; by this you can estimate its nutritional power.

  • Vitamin E in almond oil: Experts say that vitamin E penetrates into deeper layer of dermis and stimulate healing by cell regeneration. It also improves elasticity of the skin and prevents further stretch marks.
  • Vitamin K: Even vitamin K helps to soothe skin and fastens healing process. Topically applying it will treat bruises, spider veins, burns and stretch marks.
  • Moisturizing: Your skin becomes dry when it gets exposed to impurities and harsh creams. Almond oil hydrates your skin and avoids dry patches.
  • Antioxidants: Vitamin E exhibits antioxidant activity, which thwarts free radicals damaging your cell.
  • Its anti-inflammatory property reduces inflammation caused due to acne, stretch marks and injuries.

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Its nutritional profile is enticing, isn’t it?

To reap all these nutrients for your skin, experts recommend organic or pure almond oil. You can get it from local market or through online.

  1. Wash your stretch marks with lukewarm water and pat dry.
  2. Take required amount of almond oil in your palm and start rubbing over stretch marks.
  3. As it has no chemical ingredients, you don’t have to wash it. Best time is to apply it before going to bed.
  4. Alternatively you can mix rosemary oil or other essential oil to almond oil.

Almond oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E oil for stretch marks

If you’ve persistent streaks, mix 8 tbsp of almond oil and jojoba oil with 2 tbsp of vitamin E oil. Also add 1/2 cup sugar.

After mixing them thoroughly, apply over prewashed stretch marks. Don’t expect instant results, natural remedies take time to show positive results.

Topically applying almond oil during pregnancy can help you to prevent stretch marks. As nutrients in this oil will improves your skin’s elasticity and avoids breakage.

Note: Consult your doctor before using it.

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How to Use Coconut Oil for Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

It’s not associated with any serious issue. But yes, you’ve a cosmetic concern with these tiger stripes. Stretch marks appear as a result of sudden weight gain, during pregnancy in women and in puberty. Your skin literally ripped apart at the deeper layers of dermis that leaves marks over epidermis, the upper layer of the skin.

You can find a long list of expensive creams to fade stretch marks. But among them coconut oil for stretch marks stands out to be my no.1 choice, because of 2 reasons, one is I don’t have to rush to a store (most of us have it) and other reason is it comes with additional skin benefits (which I discussed here).

How it Works: Coconut Oil and Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

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As discussed earlier, the real mark is made in dermis (the deeper layer of the skin), so you need a cream which can penetrate deep into the skin and heal. Most of them are expensive except innate remedies like coconut oil. Coconut oil is cheaper and because of its properties coconut oil able to reach deeper layers of the skin and enhance cell production to heal.

Over the time the upper marks (seen over the skin) gets faded. Excellent thing is you can use coconut oil to prevent stretch marks during pregnancy. Apply virgin coconut oil over stomach evenly so that it enhances collagen production, which in turn improves skin’s elasticity and prevents stretch marks.

Note: This natural remedy may or may not work for you it depends, but you can give it a try as it’s cheap.

How to Use Coconut Oil for Stretch Marks?

Vitamin E, K, fatty acids and moisturizing elements housed in coconut oil can make your skin wrinkle free and radiant. But unfortunately, most of them in stores are processed, means they have fewer nutrients. So experts suggest using virgin coconut oil as it contains all innate properties.

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  • Best time to apply coconut oil is, after shower. In this state your skin is free from all dirt and ready to absorb the oil.
  • When your skin is still damp apply coconut oil over stretch marks or over stomach (if you’re pregnant), on back and over knees. Yes, you can apply over the face and under eyes.
  • Leave it to dry naturally and rinse it off.

If you’re going out in sun, then use a hat or cloth to cover the area. Alternatively, you can use Olive oil, Shea butter or avocado oil. Along with stretch marks coconut oil can treat cellulite problem.

You can use coconut oil over your body in various forms, one such natural way to wipe impurities off the body is here.

Other coconut oil benefits for skin

  • Studies prove that topical application of coconut oil will treat dry skin and is safe.
  • Regular application will make your skin free from scars and stretch marks.
  • Major skin diseases are associated with itching some or the other way. Applying coconut oil will give your instant relief from itching.
  • Assorted properties in this oil soften your skin and enhance collagen production leading to wrinkle free skin.

A special Remedy of Coconut oil, Shea butter and Almond oil for Stretch Marks

Ingredients

  • Coconut oil – 1/4 cup
  • Shea butter – 1/4
  • Almond oil – 3 tbsp
  • Calendula flowers – 1 tbsp (optional)

Boil calendula flowers at simmer and strain flowers. Add Shea butter and coconut oil to double boiler and stir both ingredients. Remove from heat and add almond oil and water collected after straining calendula flowers. Store in a jar and use it regularly.

Note: Consult your doctor before using any such home remedies while pregnant.

Have you ever tired coconut oil for stretch marks during pregnancy? What’s your say on this?

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How to Use Aloe Vera to Get Rid of Stretch Marks

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Your skin is like a rubber band, it’s flexible. If you pull too far it breaks. Rapid weight gain expands your skin, but connective fibers under skin breaks; collagen grows in the place forming reddish marks, known as stretch marks. Also known as striae, according to Medline Plus, these marks fade over time. Anyhow, you can try home remedies like aloe vera for stretch marks.

Bitter truth is you can’t completely treat stretch marks with aloe vera gel. It may lighten its appearance. Based on article on Medline Plus, there is no specific cure for stretch marks. Avoiding rapid gain may reduce these marks. (1)

Pregnancy, puberty, obesity, cushing syndrome and over use of cortisone cream may lead to stretch marks. Common places of striae are on breast, hips, flank, buttocks and abdomen.

Also read: Benefits of aloe vera gel for skin

Aloe Vera for Stretch Marks

All nutritional properties of aloe are packed in its succulent leaf that contains gel. Aloe vera gel is extracted from aloe leaf by peeling its skin. You can blend aloe gel to make juice out of it. Else, you can have store bought aloe gel. Assorted antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties in aloe vera gel made it renowned remedy for soothing skin. 75 active constituents like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars and amino acids, strive to soothe your skin and enhance collagen production. (2)

Also read: Aloe Vera Gel Face Mask Recipes

aloe vera leaf and stretch marksAccording to Everydayhealth.com, topical application of aloe vera gel on stretch marks at initial stages can limit its growth. Anti-inflammatory agent in aloe gel acts to reduce inflammation or aids to limit its growth.

Mayoclinic.com rates, aloe gel for stretch marks and wounds with a ‘C’, on a scale of A to F. Though some studies proved its effectiveness at healing striae, others have shown no evidence.

If you’re allergic to aloe vera, avoid using it or test with small quantity before trying.

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Does Aloe Vera Help Stretch Marks?

May be! Mayo Clinic states, creams which claim to treat stretch marks include ingredients like cocoa butter, vitamin E is not harmful but they’re less effective at treating striae. Alternatively, just leave it and they disappear naturally. (3)

Lack of conclusive evidence, make aloe vera less effective remedy for stretch marks. As it has no harm, you can use it and see how it works.

How to apply Aloe Vera on Skin?

Get fresh aloe leaf; wash it to remove mud and oozing aloe rinse. Slice its borders and peel its skin to get aloe gel. Wash your stretch marks and start rubbing the gel over it. Use it regularly at-least once in a day. (Here is a simple guide on how to use aloe vera for face)

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How to Use Castor Oil for Stretch Marks – 7 Methods (No.4 is Best)

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8 out of 10 women will get striae at some point of time. In this article, you’ll know how to use castor oil for stretch marks.

Your skin stretches due to puberty, pregnancy or sudden weight gain, which results in breakage at different places.

Red colored vertical lines or marks can be seen over epidermis. But, as the time passes stretch marks turn silver white. These annoying scars though aren’t associated with any health ailment people want to get rid of them out of cosmetic concern.

Before you proceed, one thing you must know that you can’t permanently treat stretch marks. Using media promoted cosmetic products and home available natural remedies you can lighten their appearance.

How Do You Get Stretch Marks?

Like I mentioned above, due to some factors like pregnancy, puberty, sudden gain or loss in weight and hereditary, with this rapid growth dermis layer fail to stretch accordingly to meet the pace.

Thus, it breaks at different places, which you can be visible on the upper layer of the skin.

Place where stretch marks occur include tummy, breasts, thighs, shoulders, and buttocks.

The rapid growth of skin is the main reason why you skin tears. Dermis layers, which is strong and inter-connected with fibers stretch as your skin grows. But, in case of rapid growth, it fails to expand accordingly leading to breakage. (1)

Is Castor Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

Most of us are exposed to media promoted beauty products, who claim to treat most of over skin ailments. But, as they also include chemical ingredients that can do more harm than good, beauty experts prefer natural homemade recipes.

Does castor oil work on old stretch marks?

Yes, repeated use of this oil can show you some positive results.

Castor oil has abundant benefits for health, eyes, hair, and skin. Except for its smell, I love to use castor oil on my hair and skin, as it’s packed with essential nutrients.

Let’s now dwell into its benefits for the skin.

  • Ricinoleic acid housed in castor oil exhibits anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and moisturizing properties.
  • This sticky oil has fatty acids that can improve the elasticity of the skin and prevent breakage of dermis layer.
  • Essential fatty acids penetrate into deeper layers of the skin and enhance the growth of broken tissues.
  • Renowned for its hydrating property, topical application of castor oil forms a protective layer over the skin and banish wrinkles.
  • Experts say that ricinoleic acid is the main ingredient in castor oil that can fade stretch marks and improve your skin texture.
  • Antibacterial and antiseptic abilities housed in this folk remedy can thwart bacterial infection present in stretch marks.
  • Assorted nutrients in this oil help to make your skin firm and make it supple.
  • Not just stretch marks, this natural oil can reduce wrinkles, treat acne, reduce minor sunburns, fade scars, improve skin tone and enhance collagen production.

Also read: How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks Using Rose Oil?

How to Use Castor Oil for Stretch Marks?

Don’t expect overnight results. Unlike cosmetic products, innate ingredients go deep into the skin and supply essential vitamins.

The excellent thing about these homemade recipes is that you can include or exclude other ingredients depending on your skin type.

#1 Castor Oil

Let’s start with this simple recipe.

  • Heat castor oil up till becomes lukewarm.
  • Wash the affected part with a wash to cleanse impurities and topically massage the oil.
  • Leave it to dry naturally for 30 minutes and then rinse it off.

Wrap your skin with an unused cloth to avoid stains on clothes.

#2 Aloe Vera and Castor Oil

Aloe gel is renowned for its humectant and healing properties. Rich concentration of vitamins in aloe gel helps to lighten the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and cuts.

Vitamins in this home available ingredient can promote elastin and collagen production.

Application of aloe gel will rejuvenate your skin and make it supple.

  • Peel aloe vera skin and mash its pulp to form a smooth paste.
  • Add castor oil to it and mix thoroughly.
  • Heat the mixture until it becomes lukewarm.
  • Apply the mask over prewashed stretch marks.
  • Allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#3 Castor Oil for Stretch Marks After Pregnancy

As mentioned by researchers, 8 of 10 pregnant women develop stretch marks after and during pregnancy.

As the skin grows at a rapid pace, dermis layer tear at different places.

It is really hard to avoid them, but you can give it a try to minimize these vertical lines.

Here you’ll need coconut oil and castor oil.

These ingredients promote elastin and collagen production. As the skin grows, dermis layer expands without breakage.

However, it’s recommended to consult a physician before applying it on the skin.

  • Take required amount of coconut oil and castor oil in a bowl.
  • Wash the skin and pat dry.
  • When the skin is still damp, apply the oil mixture evenly over the skin.
  • After 30 minutes rinse it off and pat dry.

While vitamin E promotes healing of scars, monosaturated fats residing in coconut oil strengthen cell walls. Vitamin C also enhance collagen production.

Assorted vitamins and minerals in coconut oil prevent wrinkles and make your skin firm.

#4 Potato and Castor Oil

Though anecdotal reports claim potato juice can lighten the appearance of stretch marks. Experts say that it has very low impact on your skin. (2)

However, they also state that potato contains rich amount of vitamins that may help to reduce scars.

Well, you can give it a try, as they aren’t associated with any serious side-effects.

  • Extract juice from potato by blending or grind it.
  • Now, add its juice with castor oil and apply on stretch marks.
  • Allow it to dry naturally for 20 minutes.
  • Rinse it off with water.

#5 Castor Oil and Almond Oil

Several anti-inflammatory and cell regenerative properties are packed in almond oil, which can help to get rid of stretch marks.

Some them include vitamin E, A, F, B2 and unsaturated fatty acids.

  • Mix 1 tablespoon of castor oil with 2 tablespoons of almond oil.
  • Cleanse the affected skin and pat dry.
  • Apply the mixed oil on the skin and allow it to dry naturally for 15-20 minutes.
  • Else apply before bedtime and rinse it off in the morning.

#6 Castor Oil and Oatmeal

Oatmeal is prominent for its exfoliating properties and cell regenerative abilities. Topical application of this mask can treat skin ailments and make the skin supple.

  • Mix 1 teaspoon of uncooked oatmeal with 2 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tbsp of castor oil.
  • Apply the obtained paste on your skin and allow it to dry naturally.
  • After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with water.

#7 Castor Oil and Tea Tree Oil

Rich in vitamins and nutrients tea tree essential oil promotes collagen production and restrains infectious bacteria.

Also, add jojoba oil to dilute tea tree EO. Jojoba oil is known for its unique ability to unclog skin pores and trick skin to regulate sebum production.

  • Mix 1 tbsp of jojoba oil with ½ tbsp of castor oil.
  • Also, add few drops of tea tree essential oil.
  • Wash your skin and pat dry.
  • Apply this mixed oil on stretch marks and allow it to dry naturally.

Tips

  • If you experience irritation or mild allergic reaction after topical application of these recipes, then stop using it.
  • Avoid applying the oil on cuts and injuries.
  • Use only cold compressed castor oil, as it will be more effective on your skin.
  • Ingest vitamin-rich diet to improve elastin internally.
  • Omega-3 supplement can help you to improve skin functioning.
  • Drink enough water to hydrate your skin from the inside.

Did you ever use castor oil for stretch marks? Share your recipe and experience in comments.

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How to Use Raw Shea Butter for Stretch Marks (Before After Pregnancy)

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Stretch marks can be very annoying for your personality. These are the disfiguring lesions also known as some other terms like Striae, Striae Distensae (SD), Striae Atrophicans and Striae Gravidarum. These marks can occur in different parts of the body. Most common are the abdomen, breasts, flank, hips, buttocks, thighs, etc.

There are various causes of these marks. We will discuss later the reasons of stretch marks. In this article, we are going to discuss shea butter for stretch marks. There are different treatments for these annoying stretch marks, but using shea butter is one of the best and safest ways to get rid of stretch marks.

Shea butter is a type of fat extracted from Shea Tree generally found in different regions of Africa. It is known for its moisturizing properties and is used in cosmetics for a long time. Shea butter is edible and can also be used for cooking. It is mostly used with cocoa butter in chocolate industries for the preparation of chocolates.

This beautiful fat is being used for some other purposes as well as cooking, waterproofing wax, hairdressing, candle-making, an essential ingredient in medicinal ointments, etc. Let’s know more about stretch marks, shea butter, its effects on stretch marks, different recipes with it and their usage.

What Causes Stretch Marks (Causes of Stretch Marks)?

Extreme skin growth or stretching of the skin causes stretch marks on the body. There are different conditions and reasons responsible for stretching of the skin. We will discuss most common ones.

1. Pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of the most common causes of stretch marks in females. Skin of the abdomen is pretty much stretchable, and during pregnancy, it can stretch to its maximum limit due to an abnormal increase in body weight, progressive increase in the size and shape of the fetus.

It can be genetic as well. If your mother got stretch marks, there are higher chances of you getting these marks as well. Women having fair skin have more chances of getting stretch marks than those who have darker skin.

2. Stretching of skin during puberty

Overall rapid growth in puberty age is very common and can cause stretch marks on different body parts including belly, arms, knees, etc. Generally, these marks are erased with time, but they might remain for very long as well.

3. Rapid increase in weight

Rapid growth in body weight is another prevalent cause of stretch marks. When the body fat increases, muscles of different parts of the body (generally abdomen) tends to adapt size and shape according to the increased fat in the body.

Abdominal muscles like Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominal Muscle, Abdominal External Oblique Muscle, Abdominal Internal Oblique Muscle, etc. are the most common muscles of the body where fat can get deposited very quickly and easily. Different parts of the body where stretch marks can occur due to increase in weight are thigh, shoulders, knees, and arms.

4. Usage of Corticosteroid

Collagen supports and provides strength to the skin. Prolonged and continuous use of Corticosteroid creams and lotions can cause a decrease in collagen in the skin, and hence there are very high chances of occurring stretch marks on the surface.

5. Marfan syndrome:

Marfan syndrome is a genetic problem. People suffering from it can have an abnormal growth of skin. Marfan syndrome inhibits the production of collagen and tonicity of the surface can be affected and hence there might be the presence of stretch marks on the different parts of the body of the people who are suffering from Marfan syndrome.

6. Cushing’s syndrome

Cushing’s syndrome occurs due to the increase in the level of cortisol hormone in the body. Increased Cortisol level inhibits the fibroblasts responsible for synthesizing collagen. Inhibition in collagen synthesize can automatically cause different skin related problems including stretch marks.

7. Other Medical Conditions

As we have learned that the most important reason behind the stretch marks is decreased Cortisol level. Different medical conditions responsible for inhibiting the production of Cortisol automatically become the factors accountable for stretch marks as well.

Adrenal gland develops and releases cortisol. Any problem in the Adrenal Gland can hamper the production of Cortisol and hence can cause Stretch Marks. Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone or ACTH is responsible for the regulation of Cortisol. Lower levels of ACTH can undoubtedly hamper the provision of cortisol and hence can cause Stretch Marks.

Hypothalamus (a part of your brain) also helps in the management of Cortisol production by producing the Corticotrophin-releasing hormone or CRH. CRH controls ACTH. Any problem or abnormality in the hypothalamus can cause the lower output of CRH and hence disturbed regulation of ACTH which can result in Stretch Marks.

Is Shea Butter Good for Stretch Marks?

We have already learned about Shea Butter and stretch marks. In this part of the article, we are going to talk about how Raw Shea Butter is handy for stretch marks.

  • A Wonderful Moisturizer: Because of Shea Butter contains natural vitamins and fatty acids, it is an incredible moisturizer for skin. It has been used to tackle the dryness of the skin for a long time. It naturally moisturizes the skin in rapid time and also helps to protect the natural oil of skin.
  • Skin Smoothening: As we have already learned, Shea Butter naturally improves the production and regulation of collagen, it becomes a fantastic solution for the roughness of the skin.
  • It contains stearic, palmitic, oleic, and linolenic acids which provide protection to the surface and prevent it from getting dry and rough. Many people around the world used Shea Butter for softening and strengthening of the cover and got tremendous results.
  • Reduces Inflammation: Shea Butter has excellent anti-inflammatory properties because of its cinnamic acid, lupeol cinnamate and some other natural compounds. Reports suggest that it reduces the inflammation of the skin to a decent extent and also helps to avoid skin mutation which makes it very beneficial in acne as well.
  • Treats Acne and Blemishes: Due to the presence of different types of fatty acids and plant sterols including palmitic, oleic, linolenic, and stearic acids, Shea Butter is very well known for its healing properties.
  • Shea Butter is much non-saponifiable than other oils and fats and doesn’t undergo saponification even after getting contacted with alkalis which makes it a great healer. Unrefined and raw Shea Butter is handy in skin rashes, skin peeling, scars, frost bites, burns, insect bites, acne, etc.
  • Very useful in itching of skin: Due to its anti-inflammatory as well as moisturizing properties, Shea Butter works very well to reduces the itching of the skin. Itching of the skin can generally happen because of dryness of skin. Shea Butter naturally moisturizes the skin and decreases its thirst, and hence becomes very useful for itching.
  • Restores the skin elasticity: None-saponifiable matter and vitamin F present in the Shea Butter which makes it very vital for improving the flexibility of the skin. By naturally enhancing the production of collagen, it promotes the overall health of the skin including elasticity.
  • In addition to restoring elasticity, Shea Butter works wonderfully for hydrating, beautifying and softening of the skin. Improved flexibility will automatically remove the wrinkles and blemishes from the surface.
  • Reduces different types of skin infections and irritations: Different people can have anger from different things. Using razor is one of the most common causes of skin irritation. Shaving can sometimes cause bumps on the skin. Shea Butter moisturizes and soothes the irritated skin. You can apply it even before shaving for perfect and smooth shaving.
  • A beautiful fat for lips: Due to its moisturizing and efficiently absorbing properties, Shea Butter provides different types of much-needed nutrients to the lips and makes it smooth and soft.
  • Protection against sun exposure: Shea Butter can also be used as an optional sunscreen. It has been one of the better options for getting protection from harmful UV rays from the sun. It is not a definite answer to the sun exposure but is more than enough to protect your skin from sun exposure temporarily.
  • Most of the sunscreen available in the market contains different types of chemicals and can cause a lot of slow but progressive damage to the skin. Although it is not as high as sunscreen for protecting skin from sun exposure, it might be a better option due to its non-harming properties.
  • Excellent in baby care: Originally made, pure and unscented Shea Butter can be used for application on different body parts of the babies. Olive oil is one of the best oil for the message of the baby, and if it is not available readily, you can replace it with Shea Butter. Oleic acid present in the Shea Butter is equally good as Olive Oil and can be used for messaging different body parts including elbows, knees, and cheeks.
  • A strong skin barrier: Adding one tbsp. Shea Butter into a bucket of slightly warm water regularly can work as a radiant skin barrier. Skin absorbs Shea Butter pretty quickly and can work tremendously against different types of harmful mechanisms like dust and microorganisms.
  • Prevents stretch marks during pregnancy: As it is great for getting rid of any type of stretch marks, proper and regular use of Shea Butter can even avoid the stretch marks during pregnancy. Keeping the skin moisturized regularly can reduce the possibility of stretch marks.

Using raw shea butter for stretch marks has shown beautiful results, but using it even before getting stretch marks can help you also to prevent them. Pregnancy is one of the most common causes of stretch marks in females. Using shea butter for stretch marks pregnancy can be more than just handy.

Related: Is Castor Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

How to Use Shea Butter for Stretch Marks?

Shea Butter alone can be handy for getting rid of stretch marks, using it with other natural substances can increase its effectiveness. Let’s know about some of the handy Shea Butter Recipes for stretch marks.

#1. Lemon-Basil Shea Butter Soap

Homemade soaps can be very useful for skin. Unlike commercial soaps, homemade soaps are very soft, gentle and pretty safe for the skin. Lemon-Basil Shea Butter Soap can be an excellent alternative for you. In addition to getting rid of stretch marks, you can adequately take care of the overall health of your skin.

Recipe:

  • Take 14 ounces Shea Butter, 14 ounces water, 13 ounces coconut oil, 8 ounces olive oil, 5.5 ounces lye 3 ounces jojoba oil, 2.5 ounces avocado oil and 1-ounce beeswax.
  • Mix all these ingredients properly with the help of a blender.
  • Add 2 ounces lemon essential oil and 1 ounces basil essential oil during the blending of the mixture.
  • After proper blending, transfer the mixture into a platter.
  • Keep it aside for 4-5 days.
  • Cut the large piece of soap into small pieces.
  • Your Lemon-Basil Shea Butter is ready to use.

Must read: Is Jojoba Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

#2. Shea & Coconut Oil Body Butter

Dryness of the skin can be very annoying for anyone. This beautiful body butter gives you perfectly moisturized and smooth surface. Coconut oil used in this recipe has its benefits.

In addition to the presence of Vitamin E and lauric acid, coconut oil is known for its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Using this wonderful butter can give you a very smooth and moisturized skin and hence you can quickly get rid of Stretch Marks.

Recipe:

  • Take 1 cup coconut oil, 1 cup shea butter, ¾ cup of wheat germ oil and 10 to 15 drops of lavender essential oil.
  • Add all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them well with a blender or a medium-sized spoon.
  • Keep blending it until you get a soft fluffy cream like structure.
  • Sterilize it properly before transferring into a clean and dry jar.
  • Keep it in a cold and dark place.
  • Keep using the cream on a regular basis for getting rid of stretch marks quickly.

#3. Honey Herb Body Bar

This is a beautiful skin softening bar made from purely natural ingredients. It starts melting even with just a touch. It is not only a great solution to stretch marks. This wonderful moisturizer is an adorable and soft fragrance as well.

Recipe:

  • Take 20 grams of Shea Butter, 1 tbsp. Coconut oil, 5-gram cocoa butter, ½ tbsp. Macadamia oil, ¼ tbsp. Raw honey. 2 springs fresh rosemary and 1 fresh spring sage.
  • Take a saucepan, fill its 1/3 part with water and set on the stove for boiling.
  • Cover it with a large enough bowl which shouldn’t touch the water.
  • Put all the ingredients over the top of the bowl (except raw honey).
  • Melt all the ingredients slowly on low flame.
  • Keep the mixture mixing with a spoon for dissolving every ingredient properly.
  • After the solution appropriately dissolved, remove the saucepan from the stove and set aside for cooling.
  • Do not disturb it for at least an hour.
  • Add the raw honey to the solution and mix it well.
  • Transfer the liquid to a clean and dry plastic container and place it in the fridge to set.
  • You can remove the bar from the container by gently rubbing the tank from outside.
  • For proper use, leave it inside the container and try to keep in a cool place (the fridge will be the best option)
  • Apply gently on the skin affected with Stretch Marks for positive results.

#4. Whipped Shea Balm for Avoiding Stretch Marks

Getting rid of stretch marks can be comfortable with these recipes mentioned above. Preventing stretch marks can be one of the smartest options. Constant use of this balm can help you to prevent stretch marks and have healthy and smooth skin.

Recipe:

  • Take ½ cup refined shea butter, ¼ cup coconut Oil, ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup almond oil and 8-10 drops of lavender or chamomile essential oil.
  • Combine oils and butter in a medium glass bowl.
  • Melt all the oils and butter properly on low flame.
  • When the combination of oil and butter gets melted completely, add essential oils and continue to stir.
  • Keep the mixture aside and do not disturb until it converts into a semi-solid consistency.
  • Place in the fridge for solidifying further.
  • Beat the mixture with a wooden spoon until the solid butter turns creamy and frothy.
  • Place in a clean, air-tight container.
  • Keep using it on a daily basis for avoiding the stretch marks.
  • You can repeatedly add a little number of essential oils for keeping its consistency.

Also read: How to Use Olive Oil for Stretch Marks?

Tips on Preventing Stretch Marks

  • As we have learned enough about stretch marks, how effective shea butter is for getting rid of stretch marks and some innovative ideas to use shea butter, we should also learn how to avoid stretch marks, because preventing something terrible or harmful is always more beneficial than treating it.
  • Control Your Weight: One of the biggest reasons behind the stretch marks is overweight. Whether you are pregnant or not, you should try to maintain your proper weight with the help of healthy diet and appropriate physical activities. It is not easy to prevent weight gain during pregnancy, but some smart daily routine and some precautions can help you to maintain your weight even during pregnancy.
  • Keep your body hydrated: As we have already learned, stretch marks can also happen due to dryness of the skin. Drinking enough water and other essential fluids can help you to keep your body hydrated and hence you can avoid the stretch marks without much effort.
  • Have a proper and healthy diet: Our overall health is directly related to our menu. Having a healthy diet is very important. Including foods rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Zinc and Protein can be very helpful to keep your body including skin in a healthy state. Healthy skin means there is a proper growth of the surface and hence the chances of getting stretch marks can be reduced to a decent extent.
  • Do not ignore fresh Stretch Marks: Although stretch marks are not harmful to your body, the severity of these marks can make your body and personality dull and unattractive. If there is a minor stretch mark starting to take place on any part of your body, try to treat it before it gets larger. You can quickly get rid of Stretch Mark when it is in its initial stages.
  • Avoid using corticosteroids: As we have discussed earlier, constant use of creams and lotions containing corticosteroid can hamper the production of collagen and hence can cause stretch marks on the skin. Try to avoid corticosteroids as much as possible. If it is essential to use corticosteroids in a medical condition, ask your physician, how to reduce its adverse effects on the production of collagen and the health of the skin.

If you ever used raw shea butter for stretch marks, do share your recipe in comments.

How to Use Jojoba Oil for Stretch Marks – 12 Methods Included

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Everyone desire to have aesthetic appearance, youngsters are going crazy for media promoted products. Fortunately, you’ve home remedies, in this article you’ll learn about benefits of jojoba oil for stretch marks.

People are transforming themselves by quitting junk food and eating healthy, they are trying to eat as healthy as possible so that they can stay away from health problems, but one problem is there that annoys everyone and that is “stretch marks” on the body.

After putting so many efforts when we finally notice change in our body, we feel motivated and happy but we keep on finding ways to get of those unwanted stretch marks. So, today I am going to tell you about how you can use Jojoba oil for stretch marks.

Though there are many oils that can help us in getting rid of stretch marks and you can take the treatment for it too but getting rid of stretch marks slowly and naturally will be more helpful and your skin will remain good too.

You must be wondering that how Jojoba oil is beneficial for stretch marks. I will mention that very soon, but before it let us see the main cause of stretch marks on our body.

What Causes Stretch Marks?

Because of stretch marks, we are not able to wear good clothes because we do not want anyone to see our stretch marks and it is not possible to get rid of it in one day or two. Below are the top 5 reasons of stretch marks.

  1. Pregnancy: While pregnancy, almost all the women experience stretch marks on their body because the skin stretches as the development of baby is going in the womb. The skin stretches in number of ways which causes stretch marks.
  2. Weight Loss / gain: If your body goes through sudden gain or loss in weight, stretch marks appear. These stretch marks are seen on the fatty area of body like shoulders, hands, thighs and belly.
  3. Some pills, corticosteroid creams are the reason behind stretch marks because it decreases the ability of skin to stretch.
  4. Some of the gland disorders like Cushing’s syndrome, marfan’s syndrome and ehlers-danlos syndrome are the reason behind stretch marks.
  5. Gym: If you go to gym and do exercises regularly then you can experience stretch marks on those parts of the body which is stretched most while doing exercises.

Having these much amazing benefits, let us see what jojoba oil actually is. Extracted from nut of an indigenous American shrub, jojoba oil is a liquid wax which is helpful for skin, hair and our body.

Is Jojoba Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

Since, we are talking about how you can use jojoba oil for stretch marks; one of the main questions that will arise in your mind is, about the nutrients in jojoba oil that can prevent stretch marks. How it is beneficial compared to other oils?

Mainly, women face stretch marks post pregnancy and jojoba oil is specially made for women who want to get rid of stretch marks after their delivery.

  • Jojoba oil for stretch marks is really good but it is also highly beneficial for skin. Jojoba oil plays an important role as a remedy because it moisturizes our skin.
  • Apart from skin, if you want your hair to grow long and strong then you must use jojoba oil and do massage with it.
  • Jojoba oil can also save you from acne and you will be happy to know that you can also use jojoba oil for getting rid from chapped lips. You can use it as lip balm.
  • Rub small amount of jojoba oil every night on your face, your skin will get smoother day by day.
  • Major benefit of jojoba oil is, it helps you to get rid of stretch marks.

Related: How to use Emu oil for stretch marks?

How to Use Jojoba Oil for Stretch Marks?

When you apply jojoba oil on your skin it moisturizes your skin where stretch marks are available and open the pores of your skin.

According to doctors, jojoba oil is so much helpful that it is used even in manufacturing of shampoos, lipsticks, cleansing products and more.

You can mix up jojoba oil with many things or you can apply it directly on the stretch marks. It depends on your requirement.

Remember that everything using in wrong way or in excess manner can cause problems, so here are some precautions you have to take while using jojoba oil:

  • Never leave the bottle open in high temperatures for example in freezers, cars or direct sunlight.
  • Never heat or boil jojoba oil otherwise all it’s oxidation will evaporate and it will have nothing.
  • Never use oil while bathing. Apply it after half or 1 hour of shower.
  • Once applied on skin, try not to keep that much portion open. Protect it from sun light.
  • Prevent your nose and eyes while applying.
  • Keep it at safe place so that your kids cannot reach to it.

12 DIY Recipes to Make with Jojoba Oil

As we are talking about jojoba oil for stretch marks, here are the top 12 recipe you must know so that you can use jojoba oil for other things also.

#1 Jojoba oil with Moisturizer

The moisturizer includes oilatum, balnuem, medi oil bath oils which help you to get rid from dryness. So, if you want to use jojoba oil with moisturizer, below are the steps.

Process: Take few drops on your palm, rub it and apply it on your body. Your skin will look beautiful and glowing.

You can even use it for removing your makeup.

#2 Jojoba Oil with Conditioner

Process: If you want your hair to grow long and faster, take some jojoba oil on your hand.

  • Mix with few drops of conditioner and keep it for 2-3 minutes.
  • Massage your scalp for 2-5 minutes. You will love your hair the next day.

#3 Jojoba Oil with Night Cream

Process: if you apply cream on your face before sleeping, mix few drops of jojoba oil.

  • Blend both cream and jojoba oil in such a way that it is well mixed.
  • Massage your skin in a circular motion for 5 minutes.

#4 Jojoba Oil with Aloe Vera

As you know aloe Vera is used in many medicines as it includes Vitamin A, C, E, B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12. Below are the steps you need to follow if you want to use jojoba oil with aloe vera.

Process: Take little bit amount of aloe vera gel in a bowl.

  • Drop few droplets of jojoba oil and mix well.
  • Apply it on your stretch marks and massage for 2-3 minutes.
  • Wash it after 10 minutes.

#5 Jojoba Oil with Almond Oil

Because of the easiness through which almond oil absorbs into our skin, it is recommended to use jojoba oil with oil. How? Below is the recipe.

  • Take ½ cup of almond oil.
  • Add 1/4th cup of jojoba oil.
  • Add aloe vera gel.
  • Mix well and apply it on your skin or hair.
  • Leave for 15 minutes and wash.

#6 Jojoba Oil with Balm

  • Take little amount of you lip balm.
  • Take few droplets of jojoba oil and mix well.
  • Apply around your lips for keeping your lips smooth.

#7 Jojoba Oil and Castor Oil for Stretch Marks

  • Take 1 table spoon of castor oil and 1 tablespoon of castor oil.
  • Mix the mixture well and apply it on the stretch marks for 10 minutes.
  • Cover it with a hot cloth and leave it for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the cloth and wash the area.

Do it daily.

#8 Jojoba Oil with Lemon

Lemon includes thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic, iron and magnesium and it has many benefits. So, lemon is surely going to help you when mixed with jojoba oil.

  • Take juice of half lemon in a bowl and 1 teaspoon of virgin olive oil.
  • Apply the mixture on the area having stretch marks and leave it till it dry.
  • Wash it with warm water after 10 to 20 minutes.

#9 Jojoba Oil with Coffee Grounds

  • Take 1 tablespoon of coffee grounds and add jojoba oil in it.
  • Mix the mixture well and apply on your stretch marks.
  • Leave the mixture on your body for 20 minutes.
  • Wash it after 20 minutes.

You can repeat this process 2-3 times per week and you will see the result.

#10 Jojoba Oil with Turmeric

Turmeric is also known as curcuma longa is a member of ginger family which is used to heal wounds and for getting rid of fever and infections. It includes large amount of curcumin because of which it can be used in many drugs.

As you all know, turmeric plays an important role in medical field, it can help you to get rid of stretch marks too.

  • Take 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil and 1 teaspoon oil of turmeric.
  • Apply the mixture in the stretched area and leave it for whole night.
  • You can even add 1 tablespoon of orange juice too.
  • Repeat this daily.

#11 Jojoba Oil with Cocoa Butter

Cocoa butter is also known theobroma oil and it is made up of cocoa bean which includes amazing aroma.

  • Cocoa butter itself is having lots of benefits as it soothes your skin, so take 2-3 tablespoon of cocoa butter and add 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil.
  • Apply it on the area and leave for few minutes.
  • Wash it well.

Also read: Is Cocoa Butter Good for Stretch Marks?

#12 Jojoba Oil with Honey

Honey is known for weight loss when you take it with warm water as it is natural and does not contain any extra chemical.

If you want to get rid of stretch marks, below is the recipe you need to make with honey.

  • Take 1 tablespoon of oil and mix it with honey and let it mix well.
  • Apply it on the stretched area and wash it well.

I hope you all will get rid of stretched marks very soon and can wear whatever you want to without feeling embarrassed.

Try the above-mentioned recipes of jojoba oil for stretch marks for fast and better results.

Along with topical application of natural ingredients, beauty experts recommend foods packed with vitamins that can improve overall healthy functioning of the skin.

Hydrate your skin from the inside by ingesting water rich fruits and vegetables.

How to Use Emu Oil for Stretch Marks – One Effective Remedy

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Emu oil penetrates into the skin and its nutrients properties reduce inflammation, heal wounds and lighten the appearance of scars. Read on to know how to use emu oil for stretch marks.

First time I heard about Emu bird is when my cousin discussed about its demand in the market. After inquiring I came to know that its oil has extensive use in medical filed.

In this article you’ll about miracle benefits of emu oil for your skin.

What Causes Stretch Marks?

As the body grows dermis layer stretches slowly. But, due to sudden weight gain or loss connecting fibers break at different spots. This breakage results in silvery white long lines over upper layer of the skin.

Though there aren’t associated with serious ailment, most people want to get rid of stretch marks because of cosmetic concern.

Pregnancy, sudden gain or loss in weight and puberty are held responsible for this skin disorder.

Note: Experts say that you can’t permanently treat stretch marks. However, repeated application of natural and cosmetic creams can lighten its appearance.

Is Emu Oil Good For Stretch Marks?

This oil is obtained from fat of Emu bird, which resembles small ostrich. Fatty acids residing in this oil help to treat various health and skin ailments.

Its moisturizing and emollient properties are renowned in cosmetic industry.

  • Omega -3 and 6 fatty acids packed in emu oil makes your skin healthier.
  • Moisturizing activity of the oil fasten the healing process of stretch marks.
  • Its unique ability helps to penetrate deep into the skin and repair broken tissues.
  • Inflammation results in itching, redness and discomfort in people with stretch marks, anti-inflammatory ability of this oil can reduce tingling sensation.
  • Repeatedly massaging with the oil improves blood circulation and promotes youthful skin.
  • Assorted properties in emu oil enhance collagen production, stimulate regeneration of new cells and avoid deep tears of skin layers.
  • Vitamin A packed in this natural oil exhibits antioxidant properties, which thwart free radicals.
  • Oleic acid helps to prevent aging wrinkles and stimulate cell regeneration.
  • Sapogens makes your skin soft and supple.
  • Terpines exhibit antiseptic ability, which helps to heal wounds and injuries.

Emu oil is one of the natural trans-dermal oil, which easily gets penetrated deep into the skin and repair connective tissues.

Packed with vitamin E, palmitic acids, oleic acid and linoleic acid, topical application of emu oil will improve your overall skin texture.

Don’t expect overnight results. Regular application over stretch marks will improve your skin texture and helps to fade these annoying scars.

How to Use Emu Oil for Stretch Marks?

Like any other natural remedy, it’s damn simple to use emu oil.

But make sure that you prefer only pure emu oil. As processed versions include chemical preservatives, which can irritate your skin.

  1. Wash your skin with water or cleanse it to remove dead cells.
  2. Pat dry using soft cloth.
  3. Take 1-2 drops of pure emu oil in your palm and gently spread over the desired part.
  4. Within few minutes the oil will get absorbed by the skin. So for small area take no more than 2 drops of emu oil.
  5. Massage gently in circulation motion and leave it to dry naturally.

Ultimate Emu Oil Recipe to Treat Stretch Marks

You’ll need aloe vera gel (2 tbsp), shea butter (1/4 cup), lavender oil (3 tsp), frankincense oil (5 drops), rose otto oil (5 drops), geranium oil (5 drops) and emu oil (2 teaspoons) for this recipe.

All these ingredients are packed with lots of nutrients that are essential for your skin. Not just they improve collagen production, but lighten the appearance of scars and stretch marks.

  • Dump all listed ingredients in a small blender jar.
  • Depending on your blender, blend at least for 2 minutes till you obtain white fluffy texture.
  • Apply this lotion on prewashed face and allow it to dry naturally.

To save your favorite garments, cover the area with a cloth.

You can avoid stretch marks by regularly massaging over knees, waist and shoulders. Vitamins residing in the oil enhance collagen production and help to stretch the dermis layer without deep tears.

Apart from being beneficial to your skin, emu oil can reduce cholesterol and relieve from menstruation discomfort.

Patch test before using emu oil for stretch marks

Other Benefits of Emu Oil

As mentioned, not just topical application you can use this miracle oil internally.

  • Emu oil acts as natural sunscreen. It protects your sensitive skin from harmful UV rays.
  • Prominent for its healing abilities, this oil can heal burns and cuts.
  • Cold sores on lips and skin results in discomfort and inflammation. Emu oil with its healing ability can treat cold sores.
  • Analgesic ability of this oil can relieve joint and muscle pain.
  • Anti-inflammatory property of emu oil can treat various skin ailments like eczema, psoriasis and rosacea.

Possible Side-Effects of Emu Oil

Researchers state that biologically emu oil is identical to your natural oil sebum. So, it doesn’t clod skin pores or irritates your skin.

However, you must try with small amount of emu oil to make sure your skin isn’t allergic to this oil.

Based on studies, adverse effect of emu oil are uncommon.

Tips to Prevent Stretch Marks

Though you can’t completely avoid stretch marks, with good lifestyle you can at least reduce its appearance.

  • Hydrate your skin from inside and outside by ingesting water rich diet and by applying essential oil on skin.
  • Control your weight, sudden weight gain or loss isn’t good for your health.
  • Ingest vitamin C rich diet. Citrus fruits like oranges and lemon are prominent for vitamin C.
  • Get some vitamin D. Studies show that maintaining healthy levels of vitamin D will reduce stretch marks.
  • Zinc helps to reduce inflammation. So include zinc rich diet such as fish and nuts.
  • Don’t avoid, treat stretch marks as they appear.

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How to Use Olive Oil for Stretch Marks During Pregnancy – 9 Ways Included

These dreadful lines are unappealing and embarrassing sometimes. Here, you’ll learn about using olive oil for stretch marks.

According to American Academy of Dermatology, 90% of women will have stretch marks after 6th or 7th month of pregnancy. (1)

Stretch marks are common and found mostly in pregnant women. Experts say that it isn’t possible to control or prevent stretch marks during pregnancy.

However, repeated application of olive oil for stretch marks during pregnancy can lighten the appearance of these annoying stripes without any side-effects.

In case if you experience an allergic reaction, stop using this ingredient.

Is Olive Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

Nutrients and vitamins in olive oil have enticed many beauty experts to harp the benefits of olive oil. Just like coconut oil, you can reap nutrients from olive oil for health, skin, nails and hair.

Olive oil is mentioned in The Holy Qur’an; by this, you can assume the nutritional profile of this essential oil.

  • Olive oil is a rich source of antioxidants, which thwart free radicals and enhance regeneration or rebuilding of new cells.
  • Vitamin E residing in olive oil will enhance collagen production and elasticity, which will in turn help to fade scars and stretch marks.
  • The hydrating ability of olive oil helps to lock moisture on the skin.
  • Regular massage with this golden colored oil improves blood circulation.
  • Lubricants present in this home available remedy slows down skin expansion and avoids itching.
  • Assorted properties in this oil hydrate the skin and supplies required amount of oxygen that will fasten the fading process of stretch marks.

Apart from this, topically applying olive oil mask can enhance your skin texture and make you look young.

Recommend: Aloe vera gel for stretch marks

What Causes Stretch Marks?

Pregnancy, sudden weight gain or loss, and puberty are held main culprits for these annoying stripes.

Your skin expands above its pace, as a result, the dermis (middle layer of the skin) breaks at different places leaving vertical lines over the outer layer of the skin.

At the initial stages often these stripes appear red, but slowly they turn to silver-white. In rare cases, Cushing’s or Marfan syndrome can also result in similar lines. (2)

Also read: Avocado face mask for acne scars

How to Use Olive Oil for Stretch Marks?

Below mentioned are different recipes to try over the skin. Choose the one that goes well with your skin type.

#1. Olive Oil

Initially, cleanse the affected part and pat dry with a cloth, because your skin sheds millions of dead cells daily, which gets piled over the skin. You must first wipe them off to apply any natural remedy.

  • Consider pure or organic olive oil, as refined or processed olive oil has fewer nutrients.
  • Slowly massage pure olive oil over the affected area in a circulation motion to improve blood circulation.
  • The antioxidants and vitamin E, K residing in olive oil penetrates into the skin and helps to improve the elasticity of the skin and fade stretch marks or scars.

#2.Olive Oil and Turmeric Powder

Curcumin is an active ingredient in turmeric powder that thwarts free radicals, enhances functioning of the cell membrane and resists ailments.

Mixing it with olive oil make it effective to reduce the appearance of stretch marks and restrain infection.

  • Blend 1 tablespoon of olive oil with ½ teaspoon turmeric powder.
  • Cleanse your skin and apply this paste evenly.
  • Gently massage in circular motion.
  • Leave for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#3. Lemon and Olive Oil for Stretch Marks

Topical application of lemon juice helps to exfoliate dead cells. Bleaching ability of lemon juice lighten the appearance of stretch marks.

Vitamin C housed in lemon enhances collagen production and repairs the skin cells. Anti-oxidants agents thwart free radicals that damage cell membrane.

  • Mix 1teaspoon of olive oil with half lemon juice.
  • Wash your skin with water and pat dry using a soft cloth.
  • Now, apply the mask evenly all over the skin.
  • Rinse it off after 15 minutes.

Alternatively, mix 1 teaspoon of vitamin E oil with above solution.

Excess use of lemon juice may irritate your skin. Limit its use if you’ve sensitive skin.

#4. Olive Oil and Castor Oil

Fatty acids in castor oil hydrate your skin. Assorted properties in this folk ingredient penetrate deep into the skin and promote collagen production.

  • Add 1 tablespoon of castor oil, 2 tablespoons of olive oil with 1 teaspoon of uncooked oatmeal.
  • Gently rub this mask evenly over prewashed skin.
  • Allow it dry for 15-20 minutes.
  • Rinse it off with water.

#5. Olive Oil and Aloe Vera

Ingredients in aloe gel repair damaged collagen and help to maintain natural production of collagen. Aloe gel consists 2 different types of hormones that stimulate restoring of healthy skin cells.

Apart from this, anti-oxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and hydrating properties housed in aloe vera gel improves your skin texture.

  • Mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil with 1 tablespoon of aloe gel.
  • Wash your skin and apply this mask evenly over stretch marks.
  • Leave it to dry naturally.

#6. Coffee Grounds and Olive Oil

Ground coffee powder helps to exfoliate dead cells and impurities off the skin. When applied directly to the skin, caffeine promotes blood circulation.

Assorted nutrients in coffee ground stimulate cell regeneration. It also enhances collagen production and thwarts free radicals.

  • Mix ½ cup of coffee ground with 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Gently rub over the skin and leave it to dry naturally.
  • Rinse it off with water.

#7. Vinegar, Olive Oil, and Water

Experts say that acetic acid in vinegar help to exfoliate upper layer of the skin. It cleanses impurities and dead cells accumulated over the skin.

Assorted nutrients in vinegar improve blood circulation and maintain pH level of the skin.

  • Take required amount of olive oil and mix it with few drops of vinegar.
  • Dilute the solution with water and massage it over stretch marks.
  • Allow it to dry naturally.

#8. Brown Sugar and Olive Oil

It is prominent for exfoliating properties, nutrients in brown sugar help to stimulate cell growth.

Regular massaging of this mask improves blood circulation.

  • Mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil with ½ cup of brown sugar.
  • Optionally, add 2 vitamin E capsules to it.
  • Gently scrub affected skin with this mask for few minutes.
  • Rinse it off with water.

#9. Coconut Oil and Olive Oil

Vitamin K and iron residing in coconut oil enhance cell regeneration. Vitamin E in this oil heals scars and mono-saturated fats housed in coconut oil makes cells stronger.

  • Take 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and mix it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Massage this oil over prewashed skin.
  • Allow it to dry naturally and then rinse it off.

Recommended: Shea butter for stretch marks

Tips on Using Olive Oil for Stretch Marks During Pregnancy:

  • Stretch marks are appeared due to dermis breakage, but olive oil may not repair the dermis but it lightens the lines on an outer layer of the skin.
  • Natural remedies will not give you instant results; likewise, you can’t expect sudden fading of stretch marks after using olive oil. Add it to your beauty regimen and regularly apply this essential oil before going to bed.
  • Beauty experts recommend topically applying olive oil during pregnancy, as it improves skin’s elasticity and helps it to expand. This may limit the number of stretch marks from appearing.
  • Olive oil for stretch marks works effectively, but you can also use it to reduce other skin disorders.

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