Question 1

where can i get retin-a cream for stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

No advised.: No definite rx for this.
Vit e oil has been tried.
Laser rx may be an option.
You should talk to your primary doc to see a referral is appropriate.
These cost money and typically not covered by insurance.
If it is not very bothersome to you, one can leave it alone.

Question 2

do any creams work to reduce stretch marks?

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Yes: Many over-the-counter products claim to "treat" stretch marks, such as cocoa butter, vitamin E cream, etc.  One particular product has done clinical trials and has some data to document improvement in post-pregnancy "striae, " or stretch marks.  The product is called mederma, and does not require a prescription.  Follow label instructions and use for 8 - 12 weeks.

Question 3

how to remove stretch marks with out any creams?

Accepted Answer

Stretch Marks: Laser therapies use intense wavelengths of light to stimulate the growth of collagen, elastin or melanin production in your skin. Your doctor can help you determine which type of laser technology is appropriate for you, depending on the age and location of your stretch marks and your skin color.

Question 4

will stretch marks creams work on white stretch marks?

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Stretch marks Rx: Will stretch marks creams work on white stretch marks? ANS: It is likely not effective but here is what i would do. Treat only one side as directed. Take pictures before and then as treatment continues. See if you can see any difference. Let us know which one works on you But better to spend you $ elsewhere is my assessment.

Question 5

are there any creams that can reduce or remove stretch marks?

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I wish...: ...That any of the myriad of creams advertised for treatment of stretch marks actually worked, but they don't. There is some anecdotal evidence that Retin-A cream might work for some people. Keep in mind that collagen grows very slowly, so any treatment will take a year or more to see measurable improvement. One type of laser may work on purple stretch marks, but that gets expensive.

Question 6

what creams are good for decreasing the appearance of stretch marks?

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Stretch marks: There is no known cream to effectively decrease stretch marks. You may hear anecdotal reports that one works well than the other. Coco butter, Alpha lipoic acid, ascorbic acid, resveratrol and some proanthocyanidins are some products known to affect skin integrity. Laser therapy may help.

Question 7

what creams/lotions help with stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Stretch marks are tears in the skin cause by weight gain. They can be covered up, but not improved by creams and lotions. The only possibly effective therapy is cosmetic plastic surgery, but that's a big step for a non-health and non-life threatening problem.

Question 8

what is the best cream/lotion to treat stretch marks?

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There isn't a best: There are several over the counter products such as Mother's Friend that are useful to minimize stretch marks. Check them out at a pharmacy.

Question 9

does those expensive stretch mark creams remove dark stretch marks.... what is the best way to remove them its been here for 9 months?

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No: They don't work at all. I really wish they did, believe me! they will fade with time. There are also laser treatments that can help but these are quite expensive. And there's no point now because if you plan to have more children, you might get new stretch marks. These are your marks of pride, and you should be proud of being a mom and having a healthy pregnancy. Good luck!

Question 10

how can i remove stretch marks caused by bleaching creams on my thighs.

Accepted Answer

Stretch mareks: If you feel that the marks were the result of bleaching cream then I would think they may resolve once stopping the cream.  However, "true" stretch marks are tears in the dermis (deep layer of skin) and can really only be "removed" with surgery depending on their location.  There are some laser type treatments that may give some visual improvement, but not erase or remove them.

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