Is there any cream that is an effective stretch mark treatment? Stretch marks are developed deep within the skin. Therefore, creams may not be able to get rid of stretch marks totally but creams with the right components may effectively reduce the appearance of these unsightly scars.

Fact is, stretch marks is one of the top 10 causes of anxiety and embarrassment for most women. There is no doubt that many women will invest a lot of time and money to purchase the best creams what will treat stretch marks. But how can we be sure that the stretch mark treatment cream we are considering is indeed effective?

Be informed that just because a skin cream is branded or expensive does not necessarily mean that it can do the job. Most people assume that the more expensive the skin cream is, the better it will be. This is certainly not the case. What makes a cream an effective stretch mark treatment are the components or the ingredients that are incorporated in the cream.

Listed below are the different components you should be looking for in an effective stretch mark cream regiment.

1. Emu Oil – known for the ability to penetrate the epidermis.

Emu oil is an active ingredient that is known to reach even the deepest layers of the skin. Due its microscopical elements, it is able to penetrate the outer layer of the skin enabling it to reach the dermis - this is the layer between the epidermis and subcutaneous tissues where the scars are located. Emu oil has natural vitamin A, vitamin E, and Oleic Acid, which are widely known as skin rejuvenating ingredients and anti wrinkle agents.

2.  Castor oil.

Castor Oil is well known as a natural antioxidant since it is rich in vitamin E. It helps nourish and protect the skin from further damage and it helps delay skin aging. There have been many reported cases that the application of pure castor oil to damaged skin twice a day considerably improves the appearance and feel of the affected area.

3.Grape Seed Extract – a powerful anti-oxidant.

Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins can be found natural grape seed extract. These components are very powerful anti-oxidants. They are non-toxic and proven to be quite effective even at low doses. Also, since the skin thrives on vitamin C, grape seed extract helps the skin absorb it. Grape seed extract combined with vitamin C strengthens the skin’s cell membranes. This in turn helps prevent production of unwanted enzymes which can significantly protect the skins capillaries. Aside from its ability to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, grape seed extract is also very popular in removing cellulite and old scars.

4.  Glycolic Acid.

Glycolic Acid is typically used in removing wrinkles and preventing skin from aging. A fairly potent substance that is a very effective exfoliant, moisturizer, and skin toner. It prevents and reduces the build up of dead skin cells. However, glycolic acid can be dangerous if it is used in high concentrations. 10% concentration of the substance in any cream should suffice.

5.Aloe Vera – the worlds most popular moisturizing ingredient.

Aloe Vera is known in history to be the best component in treating skin wounds and injuries such as sunburn and burns. Almost every skin lotion in the market today has Aloe Vera as one of its active ingredients. Aloe Vera speeds up the healing of the skin damage and it is also used to reduce the skin’s swelling and inflammation.

6.  Collagen .

The skin develops stretch marks which are actually damage brought about to the tearing of the dermis’ collagen. Lucky for us, modern science has been successful in developing skin creams that are rich with ingredients that can enhance the production of collagen. The new collagen in our skin’s system fills up the voids caused by the tearing of old collagen, making our skin look healthier and less scarred.

So the next time you go shopping for an effective stretch mark treatment cream, look for creams that have all of the components mentioned above. Most creams contain ingredients that are only effective in covering up your stretch marks with new skin cells. Remember that the scars are located in the dermis which is the middle layer of the skin. Most creams which contain only moisturizers, vitamins K and C will not effectively solve the problem since it does not have the ability to penetrate the epidermis. Along with the application of a cream that has the ingredients mentioned above, make sure that you exfoliate and moisturize your skin daily to get maximum results.

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