Reduce Stress: Physical and emotional stress along with some diseases can contribute to stretch marks (striae). The rapid increase or decreased tension on the skin (ie. During preganancy ) are physical stressors, whereas emotional stress that is associated with increaed cortisol levels will also effect the development of striae.
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