The Best Lotion to Prevent Stretch Marks
A variety of natural stretch marks lotion ingredients has proven to be helpful over the years. The secret is in knowing what ingredients are used for what purpose.
The following is a summary accumulated research about some of the most recommended stretch marks lotion ingredients (description of usage for removal of striae):
Cocoa Butter-Among the most common ingredients used to remove stretch marks is this one. It is effective as a moisturizer and often is combined with other ingredients present in stretch marks lotions. It may not remove or improve the appearance of this type of skin problem but no extensive research confirms this.
Shea Butter-Similarly to cocoa butter, this one has a moisturizing effect. This yellowish or ivory colored natural fat is derived from the tree of this same name. It helps sooth and moisturizes the skin. It may eliminate or at least reduce the appearance of skin lines that appear when the dermis or epidermis is distorted after weight gain. It is marketed as a substance that can heal all forms of skin problems.
Aloe Vera-This very important plant source has a variety of benefits. It for one has healing qualities. Therefore, it makes sense that it would at least improve the appearance of various types of blemishes that appear on the skin. It probably works better with other ingredients used in some of the higher end natural products.
Vitamin Oils-Various forms of Vitamin A and Vitamin E are often used in skin products. These vitamins in various forms are great for wrinkle removal, so it makes sense that they also have been used on people who have reddish or purplish lines on their skin that appear as scars. A definite improvement (at least slightly or moderately) has been noticed in users of products of which these ingredients are present.
Bearberry Extract-You may not have heard of this plant source as often as others may have heard about it. However, that does not mean it does not serve a useful purpose. This is marketed as an ingredient in some products, which lighten the skin and reduce the appearance of age spots.
Rutin-This collagen and elastin-producing substance derived from natural resources helps promote the youthful look of the skin. It is what is responsible for keeping the skin looking firm for as long as possible.
Licorice-Ideally, it is recommended to find a product that uses this natural substance in a safe concentrated extract form. It is responsible for the assistance in the removal of discoloration.
Emu Oil-Some products that are meant to repair the skin often will include an effective amount of it. It helps the skin heal from scars, blemishes, and other skin problems resulting from the distortion of the two top layers of the skin.