Remedies To Remove Underarm Stretch Marks

By Pooja Kaushal

Saturday, April 11, 2015, 10:26 [IST]

When you say stretch marks the first thought comes as those related to pregnancy. But these are not the only stretch marks affecting people, both men and women.

Remedies for underarm stretch marks are commonly sought because they present a rather ugly picture in certain outfits.

Areas of the body that store fat tend to develop these marks. These can be the belly, thighs, underarms, breasts and buttocks.

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Now wondering how to get rid of underarm stretch marks? Don't worry we here to help you. Read on, to know more.

Medically speaking stretch marks are not at all harmful. They occur due to sudden weight gain or excessive workout training. While some people are blessed with elastic skin many are not and hence the marks appear.

They are more or less like scars that initially take a dark color and gradually fade away to a light shade.

While it is believed that these stretch marks that look like cracks on the skin never go there are ways to at least push them to be less significantly visible.

Surgery is surely one option but way too expensive and involves are rather long procedure. To make things simpler there are a number of home remedies for underarm stretch marks using everyday goods.

Some may not be a daily item on our list but can be procured with much ease.

Coco Butter

Coco butter has been a tried and tested method used for removal of stretch marks. While mothers have been using it pre and post pregnancy this can be equally effective for the underarms.

Mix it with shea butter and a capsule of vitamin E oil and you get a nourishing remedy for your underarms.

Olive Oil

Benefits of olive oil need no elaboration as it has been widely accepted as one of the most nourishing oils - for internal consumption and as a massage.

Keep the skin moisturized with this healthy oil and see your stretch marks gradually diminish. Massage with pure and warm olive oil daily at least half an hour before a bath.

Aloe Vera Gel

You can either extract it from a plant at your place or purchase a jar of the gel over the counter. Use it as it is or mix a capsule of vitamin E oil to the gel and apply on the affected area everyday. The mix and the gel are completely absorbed by the skin.

Baking Soda And Lemon Juice

This could sound like a cleaning agent recipe but works well on stretch marks. In fact it helps ‘clean' out those stretch marks. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda and the juice of one lemon. Apply to the affected area, keep it covered for half an hour and wash off using normal water. In a couple days you will be able to notice the difference.

Potato Juice

This starchy vegetable is rich in antioxidants. Potato is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and B vitamins. Its great nutritional content also makes it one of the remedies for underarm stretch marks.

You can either extract the juice and apply or cut slices and rub on the affected area. Let it dry for half an hour and wash off using cold water.

Eggs

Eggs whites are rich in protein and provide health benefits to the skin - even as a stretch mark remover. They contain collagen, vitamin A and amino acids giving suppleness and firmness to the skin. It also helps with skin renewal and makes itself rather an essential ingredient for skin care.

Almond Scrub

Almond oil is a nourishing treatment for all types of skin in all conditions. When mixed with sugar and lemon juice to make a scrub it performs well as a remedy for stretch mark removal.

While the sugar exfoliates, the almond oil and lemon juice act on the stretch marks. Use this scrub once a week as too much of exfoliating can damage the skin.

These are just some of the many remedies for underarm stretch marks and can be applied without any fear of causing harm to the skin. They are all natural and safe methods which provide nourishment as they remove the stretch marks.