The skin has three specific layers to it. They are the epidermis, the dermis and the subcutaneous layer. Stretch marks occur in the dermis and they are the direct result of the skin being stretched too quickly beyond its range of elasticity. This causes scarring that appears as reddish colored lines, also called "striae" in medical terms. The thighs are one of the areas where stretch marks commonly appear. When it comes to their removal, there are several options available.
Step 1
Build some leg muscles. When stretch marks appear, the skin is usually loose from a loss of weight. A way to get the skin more taut is by doing some exercises that work the legs. Some examples are squats, lunges, leg presses and step-ups.
Step 2
Work your thighs. The adductors are the muscles on the inside of the thighs, and this area can be tightened up by doing sliders. To perform this exercise, place a towel on a slippery floor such as hardwood or linoleum. Stand on the towel with one foot and place the other foot on the floor. Slide the foot on the towel out to your side while coming into a squat, then slide it back into your body and repeat.
Step 3
Keep your skin moisturized. There are some skin creams and lotions that can be used to promote elasticity and softness of the skin. Some of these include cocoa butter, vitamin E cream, aloe vera and lanolin.
Step 4
Be good to your skin. Just like the rest of the body, the skin needs good nutrition to be healthy. Drink plenty of water and make sure to keep your diet clean. Some key vitamins for the skin include vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A and B vitamins. Some foods that contain these vitamins include citrus fruits, sunflower seeds, whole grains, baby spinach and carrots.
Step 5
Get laser treatment. Laser treatment is a procedure that removes layers of dead skin with the use of a high-energy beam of light. This light beam causes the molecular bonds inside the skin to disperse. This is called ablation and it leads to new skin development in the treated areas.
Things You'll Need
- Towel
- Skin cream
