Natural Remedies For Stretch Marks

1. Castor Oil

Castor oil is a deeply penetrating oil rich in ricinoleic acid, an omega-9 fatty acid. It also stimulated collagen production which is responsible for maintaining the skin's elasticity.

When massaged onto the skin, castor oil can help improve blood circulation in the area. While castor oil may not completely erase stretch marks, consistent application can help in fading their appearance.

Castor oil has also been used in recent years to get rid of age spots, stretch marks, lines, moles, and much more. Try applying castor oil to the area most affected by stretch marks for 5-10 minutes every day.

2. Egg Whites

Eggs have many benefits for our bodies, but egg whites are especially rich in protein and amino acids. Be careful when you are using this natural remedy because you want only to use the egg whites, not the entire egg. You can do this by whipping the whites of the eggs together in a bowl once you have separated them from the yoke. Apply the egg whites with a makeup brush or other utensil to the affected areas.

3. Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is a product that is used consistently for treating skin problems. You may have used this product before on your sunburns or dry skin. If you are looking to try something inexpensive and easy to get, and that is also natural; Aloe Vera would be a great option.

5. Potato Juice

I know this might sound a little more bizarre than our other natural options, but it might be just what your skin needs. Potato juice restores minerals and vitamins to skin cells. This can be as easy as cutting a piece of potato in half and rubbing it on the affected area. And it is another natural remedy that won’t break your pocketbook.

6. Collagen

You have most likely heard of collagen before because it is a protein commonly used in hair products to increase hair health. Though you can’t buy collagen, you can buy hyaluronic acid, which stimulates collagen. You can find this in health food stores or online. Instead of rubbing this acid on your body, you simply take a tablet every day.

7. Coconut Oil

Want to smell great while you get rid of those pesky stretch marks? Then coconut oil may be the home remedy for you. Coconut oil has been studied and proven to take away redness and scarring from damaged skin. So, though it might not completely eliminate your stretch marks, it should reduce the appearance quickly. I would suggest using coconut oil shortly after you have given birth because it will reduce the redness around your stretch marks.

8. Cocoa Butter

Want a remedy that will help you sleep? Cocoa butter has been proven to help reduce stretch marks, and even make them disappear entirely in some cases. They suggest applying cocoa butter to the affected areas right before you go to bed each night. This could be an excellent remedy to use with other natural resources we have suggested above.

9. Apricot

Believe it or not, pure apricot fruit helps to rejuvenate skin and reduce stretch marks. You can create an apricot paste by crushing the fruit that you find at your local grocery store into a paste-like formula. Just make sure that you remove the seeds before you crush the fruit. It is suggested to leave this paste on the affected areas for 15 minutes each day.

10. Coffee

Unfortunately, you can’t get rid of your stretch marks by drinking a cup of coffee every day. But, coffee made into a scrub can. You can buy coffee scrubs online and at your local health store. Coffee helps your stretch marks because it can stimulate the degradation under the skin. It also contains helpful antioxidants. By scrubbing this on your skin each day, you will increase blood flow to the stretch mark areas, which will, in turn, lighten stretch marks.

11. Vitamin E

Conclusion of Natural Remedies For Stretch Marks

Author:

Rachel Watson is the website manager for OurStart.com. OurStart is a lifestyle blog for women in their 20s and 30s. They regularly publish articles around pregnancy, parenting, relationships, and weddings. She is a recent graduate of Grove City College, enjoys exploring cute cafes, writing cards, and playing with her miniature schnauzer in her spare time.