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Hi.recently i noticed some new red strech marks on my thighs.i heard the best time for treating them is when they are new and red,so what should i do?

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Weight control: These striae are part of the hormonal changes with growth. If you are overweight it may help to lose weight and keep it under control.

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Answered 5/25/2014

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