Stretch marks appear both on the body of women and men, as a result of the breakdown of collagen and elastin fibers, which are responsible for providing flexibility and elasticity to our skin. In the specific case of pregnant women, they often appear on the breasts and abdomen, since despite the fact that the skin is very elastic, being a very rapid change, the body cannot replenish collagen in such a short time. time.
As a consequence, the skin becomes thinner and the elastic fibers break, leaving scars, which we know as stretch marks. In addition to these changes, there are other causes such as hormonal changes and the increase in estrogen that cause your skin to dry out faster.
This is why Dirty Works, the English brand for skin and body care, shares some tips to prevent the appearance of stretch marks before, during and after pregnancy.
moisturize your skin
Keep your skin hydrated, since the pregnancy is confirmed, start using creams several times a day to help the formation of collagen, in this case we recommend the Bahama Balm body balm, since it contains coconut and almond oil, mixed with shea and cocoa butter. Start applying it from the first day and make it part of your routine until at least two months after your delivery.
Take care of your diet
Take care of your diet, eat a diet rich in vitamins A, C and E, as well as drink plenty of water.
massages
Massage your body, it is recommended to do it with ascending and circular movements, with a little pressure so that the cream gently penetrates your skin and stimulates circulation.
exfoliate your skin
Exfoliate your skin, avoid all kinds of chemical exfoliants or peels, as they contain substances such as salicylic acid, phenol and trichloroacetic acid that penetrate the skin and can have adverse effects, opt for natural exfoliants such as Lovely Scrubbly peach, since it is made of peach seeds, shea, vitamin E and sweet almond oil, it has what it takes for cell renewal.
Protect your skin from the sun
Protect your skin from the sun, if you already have stretch marks, they can turn a stronger color, which will make them more visible, avoid being exposed to UV rays and above all use sunscreen and moisturizing creams that have sunscreen.
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