The unsightly appearance of stretchmarks that develop naturally when our hormones change is a common experience that often occurs during adolescence. According to the Patient's Guide of the American Stretch Mark Organization, "Stretch marks, or striae, are lesions that tend to form in the dermis during periods of hormonal flux, with weight gain or loss, pregnancy, and other periods of hormone change." Fortunately, there are numerous stretch mark products on the market today that aim to prevent and fade the appearance of stretch marks from which to choose.
StriVectin SD
StriVectin SD has a patented peptide solution that it's official website states "diminishes the appearance of stretch marks and wrinkles, improves visible discolorations, hydrates, improves texture and tone of the skin, along a clinically proven timeline." Strivectin SD's patented formula was discovered in skin cancer research and is described to promote collagen production and reinforce the elasticity of your skin. The optimal fading of existing stretch marks are claimed to appear during the eighth week of the product's directed use. Strivectin SD is a topical cream available for purchase at local department stores for approximately $135, as of 2010.
Revitol
Revitol is a topical cream especially designed to prevent stretch marks from developing during pregnancy. The makers of Revitol do not guarantee the disappearance of stretch marks. However, the product does contain collagen and elastin strengtheners like squalene oil, aloe vera, grapefruit seed extract and vitamins A, E and D3. The cream is available for purchase in stores and online for around $35.
ZENMED Stretta
ZENMED Stretta is a topical solution formulated to address the presence of existing stretch marks. ZENMED Stretta's official website claims that the product "works to strip layers of dead and unwanted skin, allowing new, healthy skin to take its place." The product contains collagen fostering and restoring ingredients like Centillica Asiatica and vitamin E. ZENMED Stretta is procurable online and in stores for about $50.
