How Do You Remove Stretch Marks After Pregnancy?
Once your baby has arrived you may be asking yourself how to remove the stretch marks left behind after pregnancy. While stretch marks are almost impossible to remove completely there are several effective treatments that can greatly diminish the appearance of stretch marks. The first thing you can try to eliminate your stretch marks is an over-the-counter cream, such as Strivectin SD. However, stretch marks occur in the dermis of the skin, so many topical over-the-counter aren’t really effective in eliminating stretch marks. The next thing you can try is a prescription cream called Retin-A (generic name: tretinoin). Retin-A is most effective on stretch marks when the marks are less than a year old and are still reddish in color. Retin-A should not be used while pregnant or while breastfeeding. Your insurance may not cover this medication since it is for cosmetic purposes. If nothing else has worked to eliminate your stretch marks, laser surgery has been shown to be effective in reduci
