Many women experience stretch marks during pregnancy. Lines appear on the skin that do not disappear after the baby is born. But stretch marks occur not only during pregnancy, but also with rapid weight gain. Several kilos have been lost with good results, but the skin has suffered damage from the weight gain. The new microdermabrassion technique can make stretch marks disappear significantly. This technique is painless and often gives good results.

• Stretch marks with weight gain
• How can we prevent stretch marks or stripes on the skin
• How can we recognize stretch marks on the skin?
• To deal with
• What is microdermabrassion

Stretch marks with weight gain

With stretch marks we see small stripes appearing on the skin that occur in people who suffer from weight gain over a short period of time. This can already happen during puberty. But body building also causes stretch marks. Many people think that stretch marks are only related to the stripes that appear on the abdomen during and after pregnancy. But actually it has nothing to do with the pregnancy. It is the weight gain that causes stretch marks. We see the skin being stretched at such a rapid pace that the skin cannot keep up. This causes small cracks. This is connective tissue that will tear in a short time due to excessive tension. One would expect this to be a painful event, but one does not notice it. In people who do bodybuilding, stretch marks are only noticed when it is too late and then they are left with the unpleasant consequences. We only always see the red stripes or welts when it is actually too late. Stretch marks can also occur with the following conditions:

• Cushing’s syndrome.
• Marfan syndrome

Cushing’s syndrome

This involves increased cortisol blood levels, which are almost always the result of certain medications prescribed for rheumatism, asthma and infectious diseases.

Marfan syndrome

This is a hereditary condition that affects 1 in 10,000 people worldwide. In the Netherlands, approximately 1,500 people suffer from this syndrome.

How can we prevent stretch marks or stripes on the skin

Stretch marks cannot always be prevented. However, one can be careful not to gain weight quickly, especially at a young age. It has been found that women who have children at an older age are less likely to suffer from stretch marks. This is because the skin is no longer so tight. It is also a matter of predisposition. One person will suffer more from it than another.

How can we recognize stretch marks on the skin?

If we see purple/red stripes appearing on the skin that cannot be removed with a cream but are very persistent, they are almost always stretch marks. It’s not dangerous, but it is unsightly. After a few years, the stripes lose their red or purple color and then we only see the scars. These will turn white. Abdomen, breasts and thighs are the places where stretch marks are most common. This is because these are the places where we grow first when we gain weight. In bodybuilders, the stripes appear first on the arms. Here the skin is stretched by the muscle tissue, which increases rapidly.

To deal with

We must conclude that stretch marks are difficult to treat because they are scars. Pharmacies and drugstores often sell creams that make the stripes less noticeable, but this does not make them disappear. Consider cream with vitamin E or aloe vera. Zinc products are also used. But fortunately there are treatments available that can fade the scars. To really make the stripes less visible, it is best to opt for a microdermabrassion treatment.

What is microdermabrassion

Microdermabrassion is the grinding off of a thin layer of the epidermis. By means of microcrystals that are vacuum-sprayed onto the skin, a thin layer of dead cells is removed from the epidermis. It can be seen as a deeper peeling. It renews the upper layers of the skin and improves the structure of the skin. Microdermabrassion can be safely applied to all skin types and is also suitable for treating age spots and other skin irregularities. This treatment gives the skin better blood circulation. No anesthesia or anesthesia is required for this treatment. It works completely painlessly. Often multiple treatments are necessary and, over time, maintenance treatment.

Suitable for all ages

Microdermabrassion is suitable for all ages and can also be applied to dark skin. It is important to find a good dermatologist who can administer the therapy or who can refer you to a clinic or salon where this can be carried out expertly.