Blue light therapy is another option that is sometimes confused with laser therapy. It is similar in that it reduces the appearance of stretch marks, along with the fact that it may take numerous treatments, but it seems to be less costly than laser overall.
This treatment uses a photosensitive gel which is applied to the skin, then followed by applying a high-intensity light in a series of bursts over the area of skin with pigmentation. Most people experience no discomfort during the treatment and some compare the after effects to a mild case of sunburn. There is minimal to no recovery time needed.
Blue light therapy was created to treat a number of skin pigmentation conditions, like mild to moderate acne, rosacea, spider veins, some varicose veins and tattoos. Like many therapy methods out there for the millions of people searching for stretch mark solutions, blue light therapy may help to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, but it will not remove them.
Again, as with any medical procedure, you should research your options and consult with doctors who specialize in the method of treatment you are seeking.
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Laser treatment has become increasingly popular over recent years for everything from anti-aging treatments to tattoo removal, so it was only natural for lasers to be the next step in treating stretch marks. Laser therapy is a simple procedure that requires little to no recovery time – however it doesn’t come cheap, as multiple treatments are usually required.
Several laser methods can be used for treating stretch marks. Laser skin rejuvenation, is a process that helps your body to create new collagen, without removing any layers of skin. Stretch marks form partially because they’ve lost healthy collagen and a laser procedure can help restore that. Laser Skin Resurfacing is another method that basically peels off a layer of skin, which allows newer skin to grow back in its place.
If you are seriously considering laser treatment for your stretch marks, it would be wise to carefully research the professionals and facilities offering these services. “Shop around” for qualified professionals who have extensive experience in this area and check out more than just one or two doctors before making your choice.
Don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions, check out their credentials, their training and the number of times they have performed the procedure for those contemplating how to get rid of stretch marks. Ask to see “before and after” pictures of other patients they have treated for the same procedure, so you will have a better idea of what to expect (keeping in mind of course that everyone’s skin is different) and if this is the best solution for you. Get a complete explanation from the doctor as the recommended treatment plan, what to expect and so on.
Since stretch marks are technically scars, you would not realistically expect to get rid of them completely. When trying to find out how to get rid of stretch marks, you may find ways to get them to fade somewhat, but preventing stretch marks from happening in the first place, might be a better solution.
Keeping that in mind, there are some natural ways to protect your skin, increase the elasticity and stimulate regeneration of new skin cells.
One of the key ingredients in promoting the production of new skin cells is vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant and key ingredient for skin regeneration. Vitamin E is found naturally in plants and nuts like almonds, kiwi, and mangos.
The variety of vitamin E with the highest bioactivity for topical use on the skin surface is alpha-tocopherol. Clinical studies have shown benefits such as reduction in scarring and the reduction of stretch marks. Vitamin E penetrates deeply into the skin to stimulate the growth of new cells, and as a result, the stretch marks become thinner and fade over continuing treatments.
Many products on the market today tend to make wild claims to completely remove stretch marks. This is simply not realistic. It is very difficult to remove existing stretch marks completely. Surgery is a possibility, but not a guarantee. If you have never used anything to prevent them or treat them when new, older scars will take longer treat and see any result.
Taking preventative measures can help to diminish the appearance of stretch marks, but as everyone’s skin is different, it is impossible to guarantee that they will disappear completely
