A popular question among stretch mark sufferers is for suggestions on how to lighten stretch marks.

A common mistake is thinking that just using an oil or cream will give the best results possible.

However, the most effective results in fading stretch marks are achieved when you work on the skin internally and externally.

You can apply creams and stretch mark oils to help externally but if your not providing your skin with the right nutrient and hydration from the inside these products won’t work as good.

Vitamins from the food and/or supplements you take will provide your skin with the nutrients it needs.

Keeping the skin hydrated by drinking enough water will help your skin become more flexible. Dry skin is less elastic and is more prone to scarring so hydration is a must.

Exercise will help improve circulation and help get rid of toxins from your body thus promoting healthier skin. Dry body brushing will also help improve circulation.

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Here is a recent concern from a reader about getting rid of stretch marks which they had developed due to weight gain and then more due to weight loss.

First off, this highlights an important point that stretch marks aren’t only caused by weight gain. Weight loss also puts too much stress on the skin in a short period of time and is just as likely to cause scarring.

I would recommend using an oil that is high in omega which has properties to promote new skin cell growth. The encouragement of new cell tissue will help fade existing stretch marks.

It’s best to apply the oil when the skin is moist after bathing/showering as this will allow the oil to penetrate the skin better.

Mama Mio have an excellent range of body oils which are rich in Omega 3, 6 and 9.

If you are on a budget then Bio Oil may be a better option for you.

In addition to taking care of your skin externally, you can also start using dry body brushing techniques to improve circulation as well eating healthier and doing more exercise.

Mama Mio Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil is a super nourishing blend of the richest and most healing oils available. It also comes in a cream formulation too.

One of the main benefits is that it absorbs quickly so you can get dressed after applying the oil rather than waiting forever for the greasy effect to soak in to your skin!

It also helps to stop the itchy feeling that can come with pregnancy or when stretch marks form or change.

It also has a nice smell. This is a bonus especially if you are pregnant – you know how easy smells can make you ill!

The ingredients in the Mama Mio range are specifically chosen to hydrate your skin and improve it’s elasticity. It includes skin firming agents, moisturizers and even skin elasticizers, all of which work together to help diminish the appearance of stretch marks or prevent them from forming in the first place.

Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) – Omegas 3, 6 & 9 are effective ingredients in Mama Mio Oils and creams. The Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil is a perfectly balanced blend of four oils: Sweet Almond Oil – cold-pressed, rich in EFAs and very nourishing. Sweet Almond Oil is highly moisturising and quickly absorbed, leaving a soft sheen

The decision between Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil and Stretch Mark Cream is just like the decision people make between sun tan cream and oil. It’s a matter of preference as they are both just as effective as each other.

For pregnant women who are expecting more than one baby, they opt for applying both the oil and then the cream for extra elasticity.

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