How to choose a cream for stretch marks during pregnancy

The skin has its limits of elasticity. During pregnancy, these limits are violated, and reddish or purple stretch marks are formed. Over time, the color fades, but the scars remain. The appearance of stretch marks can be prevented with the help of special cosmetics.

Content

1. The composition of the cream
2. Application period
3. Hypoallergenic
4. What else you need to know about the cream against stretch marks

What to look for when buying a cream for stretch marks

The composition of the cream

The best cream from striae - means with a high level of hydration. They should easily penetrate the skin and nourish it in order to maintain its natural elasticity even in extreme conditions. This reduces the likelihood of stretch marks.

The cream should contain compounds that moisturize the skin, improve cellular metabolism and increase elasticity. It is desirable that its membership included:

1. Natural oils. Moisturize the skin, stimulate cell regeneration, increase metabolism. It can be almond and argan oils, oil of thirst, wheat germ, avocado, cocoa, shea, soybean and olive oil.

2. Vitamin E and C. Help the body produce collagen.

3. Glycolic acid. Improves collagen production, reduces stretch marks.

4. Lanolin. Easily penetrates the skin, soaks the upper layer of the epidermis and reduces the evaporation of moisture.

5. Coenzyme Q10. It improves the elasticity of the upper layers of the epidermis and the functioning of the cells.

6. Elastin and collagen. Renew skin, increase its elasticity.

7. Amino acids. They help restore the skin’s tissues, being the “building blocks” of elastin and collagen.

The cream should not contain:

1. Retinoids - analogues of vitamin A (for example, Tretinoin and Adapalena). They can not be used when carrying a child and breastfeeding. Retinoids can cause congenital malformations of the fetus.

2. Synthetic substances (parabens, toluene, mineral oils, flavors, sulfates and petroleum products). These substances may adversely affect the health of the child.

Application period

Funds from striae can be used in the prenatal period, usually from the second or third month of pregnancy, and in the postpartum period. Some creams are suitable for pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Prenatal application of the cream, as a rule, is aimed at reducing the stretching of the skin. Postpartum masks and reduces striae, tightens the skin.

Use the tool only in the specific time period specified in the instructions.

Hypoallergenic

The risk of developing allergies when using the cream should be minimal. Therefore, choose products marked "hypoallergenic". But even in this case, they can cause discomfort. The reason may be individual intolerance of one of the components of the cream.

Before you buy the cream, use the probe and conduct a "sensitivity test". Apply a drop of product to the elbow bend and wait. In the absence of an allergic reaction, you can buy goods.

What else you need to know about the cream against stretch marks

1. Do not believe bright advertising slogans. No remedy guarantees 100% disposal of old stretch marks.It can only reduce their size and prevent the formation of new ones.

2. Treat all problem parts of the body: chest, abdomen, thighs, buttocks.

3. Buy funds marked "for pregnant." The composition of conventional creams for stretch marks often include retinoids, and they are dangerous for the fetus.

4. Some products have a persistent and strong odor that can be annoying during pregnancy. As a result, the product is sent to the garbage. Therefore, choose products with a faint or neutral flavor.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.