r are relatively new, try using a loofah or body brush while bathing or showering and gently scrub the affected areas. Doing so would loosen and remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the stretch marks, leaving the new skin in your natural color beneath it. There are also countless oils and creams available over the counter which you could try. In some cases, these could help reduce the severity of your stretch marks. Remember though, that if you are expecting, it would be wise to ask your physician prior to starting the use of any oils and creams to get rid of stretch marks. You may also opt to see your dermatologist to get an appropriate prescription cream such as Retin-A. A significant decrease in the size of stretch marks has been observed in patients who have participated in Retin-A studies. However, Retin-A should not be used to get rid of stretch marks by pregnant or lactating women, as there have not been a sufficient number of studies done to prove it could not adversely affect an unbo rn child. Laser surgery is by far the most definitive and permanent means of to get rid of stretch marks. Keep in mind that the type of laser to be used would largely depend on the coloration of your stretch marks. A recent discovery also involves a surgical laser treatment which can render the stretch marks, as well as your skin, more pliable. It's comforting to know that these new laser surgeries are almost, if not totally, painless. However, it is unfortunate that most insurance companies do not cover such surgeries as they are classified as of the cosmetic type that is, surgery which is not necessarily essential to the survival and good health of a person. This means that you must be ready to devote a substantial portion of your budget to this type of surgery. However, if you're quite sure that it will extremely boost your confidence, then it could actually be money well spent.
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