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Stretch Marks

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Stretch marks are streak-like skin changes caused by rapid stretching of the skin during growth, pregnancy or weight change.

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Hyaluronic Acid

Natural

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Hyaluronic acid creams may support skin hydration.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Low effort

Vitamin C

Natural

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Regular vitamin C supplementation (200mg+ daily) for prevention, or high-dose during illness.

⏱ Weeks to months·💪 Low effort

Tretinoin

Pharma

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Prescription tretinoin may help newer stretch marks.

⏱ Months·💪 Medium effort

Moisturising Cream

Natural

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Moisturisers may improve skin comfort and appearance.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Low effort

Topical Retinoid Cream

Natural

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Moderate

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Retinoid creams may improve early stretch mark appearance.

⏱ Months·💪 Medium effort

Gradual Weight Change

Lifestyle

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Gradual weight changes may reduce rapid skin stretching.

⏱ Months·💪 High effort

Microneedling

Alternative

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Microneedling may stimulate collagen production.

⏱ Months·💪 High effort

Cocoa Butter

Natural

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No evidence

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Cocoa butter is traditionally used to reduce stretch marks.

⏱ Months·💪 Low effort

Acceptance and Cosmetic Counselling

Alternative

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Counselling may help body image distress related to stretch marks.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Medium effort

Laser Therapy

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Laser treatments may improve colour and texture.

⏱ Months·💪 High effort

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