Stretch marks that appear at future mothers, very upset and sad. Of course, we always want to be beautiful, but unfortunately, nevsegda succeed. However, to prevent the appearance of ugly scars on the skin under the force of each woman if she wants to keep the "marketability".

And what is it - stretch marks?

Stretch marks (for Scientific - striae) - a microdamages skin or breaks it, but not stretching. The mechanism of stretch marks is simple and is associated with loss of skin elasticity and firmness. It is known that in the skin contains collagen and elastin, which prevent them from minor trauma. The properties of the skin are similar to rubber, it is able to stretch and easily returned to its original state. During pregnancy, the skin is excessively stretched due to the increase of the uterus and the intensive growth of the fetus, and no time to adapt to the new changes in the body. The result is stretch marks - the inner layer of the epidermis is broken, and the break are replaced by connective tissue.

First extensions are purple or violet What color goes purple: a new look Then (after giving birth) are pink and eventually white. Painting of stretch marks is due to radiography of blood vessels through the transparent connective tissue, as well as the length of the existence of stretch marks, they are covered with a thin layer of the epidermis, hiding vessels. Over time, the stretch marks are white and rough to the touch. Stretch marks are not amenable to UV radiation, that is, hide them by using tanning impossible. On the contrary, the tan will only accentuate their presence (striae will remain white, due to the lack of melanin). But we must remember that stretching is absolutely harmless and do not cause any problems other than aesthetic. Potentially dangerous places are the appearance of stretch marks the skin of the abdomen, inner thighs, chest and armpits.

Causes of Stretch Marks

Apart from pregnancy, stretch marks can occur in other cases:

• puberty;
• obesity;
• overeating;
• abrupt change in weight;
• hormonal disorders.

High risk of stretch marks during pregnancy is seen in women who have the following factors:

• intense weight gain;
• sedentary lifestyle;
• family history (if my mother or sisters were stretching);
• smoking (especially during pregnancy);
• After the age of 30 (the older the woman, the less skin elasticity);
• weakened abdominal muscles;
• multiparous.

The appearance of stretch marks during pregnancy has been associated with hormonal changes. Progesterone, which is produced in an active period of gestation, inhibits the formation of collagen.

How to prevent the appearance of stretch marks

With stretch marks that are already there, it is practically impossible to handle, but it is quite possible to prevent them. Preventive measures to prevent the emergence of unsightly scars should begin from the very beginning of pregnancy.

First, you need to pay attention to diet Diet: food, without which you can not do . Reject the flour and sugary foods as carbohydrates bonded collagen fibers, giving them stretch. The diet should be sufficient amount of fresh fruits and vegetables. Do not forget about the use of liquid (at least 1, 5 liters per day). The lack of protein has a negative impact on the skin, so you need to enter into the diet of meat, poultry, fish. Vegetable oils contain large amounts of vitamin Vitamins for everyone   E, which is beneficial to the skin wagging. Vitamin E is also present in nuts and seeds.

Second, stretching will help prevent regular massage problematic areas and rubbing them hard with a towel after a shower. Douches also useful for the prevention of stretch marks. Douches should start with warm water for 30 seconds and then switch to the hot and then cold water. Repeat the water must be replaced several times to finish showering with cold water. Excluded douche while the threat of termination of pregnancy. During water treatment is useful to make massage movements of problem areas (tingling, rubbing), which improves blood circulation in the skin.

Third, in the absence of contraindications to carry out physical exercises that keep the skin in good shape, maintaining its elasticity.

Fourthly, to secure the success of all these measures is necessary to use special creams, oils and lotions for stretch marks. Apply them on the problem areas should be after a shower. But the most important thing to remember, without dieting and gym cosmetics are virtually useless.

Anna Sozinova

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