5 All-Natural Home Remedies Against Stretch Marks and Scars
Inconspicuous little nicks or big marks from past mishaps – scars on the body tell the story of life. And if for men they are more a source of pride and a fascinating story of courage and heroism, it is time we women stop seeing scars as a flaw! Before we show you the best home remedies against stretch marks and scars, let’s recap what scars are. And why some of them look thin and cute, and others – big and thick. When the integrity of the skin is compromised due to a cut, the body begins to produce new connective tissue to “fix” the skin. As the new cells differ in appearance, a scar is left at the cut site. Proper wound healing depends on many factors. For example, where and how large the injury is, whether the skin is under tension, whether it “moves”, if the skin is darker or lighter, etc. All of these, not forgetting time (sometimes it takes over 6 months for the skin to recover), determine the type of scar. As long as you wait patiently and follow the doctor’s instructions, you can help your body recover faster. And, now let’s move on to the best home remedies that you can use to heal your stretch marks and scars faster:
Let’s take a look at the best home remedies for stretch marks and scars
Home Remedies Against Scars and Stretch Marks
#Aloe vera
The plant Aloe Vera is very suitable for acne-prone skin, precisely because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, aloe vera has good moisturizing properties, and it actually helps promote collagen development. These properties of aloe can help to improve the appearance of stretch marks and heal them faster.
Aloe vera has good moisturizing properties, and it helps promote collagen development
#Carrot juice
Carrot juice will supply your body with potassium, which helps the skin retain moisture and stay hydrated. Carrot juice also has an anti-inflammatory effect and reduces scarring. Drinking one glass of carrot juice daily will keep your skin soft, supple, and tender. The antioxidants from carrots will help you fight off eczema, dermatitis, wrinkles, and bumps on the skin. Moreover, carrots are one of the foods that help your tan last longer!
Drinking carrot juice will help the skin retain moisture and stay hydrated
Drinking one glass of carrot juice daily will keep your skin soft, supple, and tender
#Coconut oil
Coconut oil nourishes and plumps the skin, moisturizes it, and helps it recover. Choose an organic cold-pressed oil because it preserves all the beneficial substances and properties of the oil. You can use this miracle oil as a cosmetic as well as in the kitchen, as you probably already know!
Coconut oil helps to keep your skin moisturized and prevents new stretch marks
Lather yourself with the coconut oil after a shower for the softest skin
#Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that also helps to restore the skin. What’s more, it fights free radicals and brightens the complexion of the skin after sun exposure. Of course, it also helps wounds heal faster so that little to no scars remain. Vitamin C is one of the best vitamins and minerals for glowy skin.
Drink citrus juice for a healthy dose of vitamin C or use it topically
#Hazelnut oil
You can use hazelnut oil as a skin cream or lotion. Adding it to homemade creams with other oils extends its shelf life because it inhibits bacteria growth. Hazelnut oil contains vitamin E and saturated fatty acids. With their help, your scars and stretch marks will become less visible in time.
Applying hazelnut oil will help your scars and stretch marks become less visible in time
Mix a few drops of hazelnut oil into your body lotion for longer shelf life
#Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a strong antioxidant that protects the body from damage due to sun exposure. Foods that are rich in vitamin E include eggs, nuts, tomatoes, and some types of fish. What’s more, this vitamin helps to stabilize the skin’s barrier and has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. So, turn to vitamin E oil to keep your skin super smooth and soft.
Vitamin E is a strong antioxidant that protects the body from damage due to sun exposure
Now you know how to take care of your stretch marks with these home remedies
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