Profile: Stretch mark treatment

» RELATED CONTENT

Medical Symptom & Sign Information:
Stretch mark treatment using mesotherapy has become a way to keep a youthful appearance while avoiding the unwanted side effects of cosmetic surgery or laser applications on the skin.

Stretch marks appear for a variety of reasons on both men and women. You may have these conspicuous lines on your skin due to working out at the gym, a growth spurt or pregnancy.

Stretch marks become more visible when skin loses its natural elasticity (this happens naturally as we grow older).

The common signs and syptoms of stretch marks include...

• Red-purple lines under the skin
• Dry skin
• Itchy, tingling skin

Stretch mark treatment can be applied to both new and mature stretch marks. Mature stretch marks will need more time and work to see progress.

Mesotherapy Treatment Description:
Mesotherapy is a stretch mark treatment option for relatively new stretch marks and has been suggested more for those in their 20s and 30s. For stretch mark removal, several mesotherapy treatments may be needed annually.

Regardless of age, mesotherapy treatments for stretch marks will involve a cocktail of vitamins and antioxidants that are injected into the skin in as little as 15-20 minutes. This technique stimulates the skin, encouraging it maintain or regain its elasticity.

Maintenance:
You can best maintain the smooth, younger looking skin you get from a result of stretch mark treatment with mesotherapy with the help of topical creams. Ask your mesotherapist which products they recommend for your skin type.

Remember, mesotherapy treatments work best when toxins are eliminated from the diet and you're following a healthy exercise program. You'll also want to drink water, moisturize your skin, wear sunscreen and avoid liquor.