Condition

Stretch Marks

Got stretch marks? Rest assured, you are not alone! Millions of people have them. Although natural and harmless, some people may feel self-conscious or uncomfortable with them. While stretch marks can fade over time, many do not entirely disappear and tend to become more stubborn as they age. The great news is that we have a range of aesthetic skin treatments that can effectively  get rid of stretch marks in record time. For smooth, youthful-looking skin.

What are Stretch Marks?

A stretch mark is a type of scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. These indented streaks most commonly occur on the stomach, breasts, hips, and buttocks. 

When stretch marks first appear, they might be slightly elevated and feel itchy. Early stretch marks tend to be red, purple, pink, or dark brown. As they mature, they may become deep stretch marks and appear sunken or pitted and white. They can vary in size from fine lines of 0.2 to 1cm to thicker, longer lines of 5 to 20cm in length. Although stretch marks are not painful or harmful, you may not like how they make your body look, it may even strip you of your confidence. 

What causes Stretch Marks? 

This skin condition is a type of scar occurring in the dermis, the middle layer of skin between the epidermis and hypodermis. The rapid stretching or shrinking of the skin might cause the collagen and elastin to tear. The healing of this tear leads to the appearance of stretch marks. Because they come from quick changes to the dermis, you are most likely to develop them from rapid weight loss or gain, growth spurts during puberty, or fast muscle growth during weight training. 

How to get rid of Stretch Marks?

At Cardiff Cosmetic Clinic, our dedicated team of aesthetic experts regularly treats patients with stretch marks of all shapes and sizes. Our cosmetic skin treatments involve the latest in medical science and leading technology. Some of these innovative, stretch mark removal solutions include, Biodermogenesi, NeoGen, and so much more. Biodermogenesi is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that regenerates the skin by targeting the deeper layers and is ideal for microneedling stretch marks. For advanced skin tightening, NeoGen stimulates collagen and elastin for firm, regenerated skin. These treatments produce excellent results and are ideal for even the most stubborn conditions like stretch marks on thighs and pregnancy stretch marks. They can be used individually or as a dynamic duo for smooth, clear skin.

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