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During gestation, Striae gravidarium, or stretch marks, is the most feared thing that can happen for a number of women. This is a common event during pregnancy, with fifty to ninety percent of all expectant mothers getting some type of visible markings. It generally shows up on the lower stomach area but can appear on the hips and thighs, on the breasts, and on the buttocks. When collagen is seperated from the skin it forms stretch marks. They can be light in color all the way to a darker red or even purplish color in the later months of gestation. To avoid and counter stretch marks women should try to make their epidermis as pliant as possible. Well hydrated skin pulls more easily so be sure to drink plenty of water daily. 1000 mg of vitamin C daily is recommended to fortify the immune system and keep the skin at top health. Use a sunscreen when going outside to prevent skin spots and worsening marks. It is also smart to keep the skin moist and supple by applying a moisturizing cream. Taking part in destressing activities such as stretching or cardiovascular exercise will prevent the skin from becoming damaged because of too much stress. Striae gravidarium can be dry and itchy as well as unattractive even though they are not always painful. They are caused when the skin is extended and altered more quickly than the collagen fibers can sustain it. Genes, unfortunately for some, is the key component when it comes to being affected by striae gravidarium. If your mother and aunt or siblings had them, there is a high chance that you will be affected by them also. Lifestyle, nutrition, and activity level are other factors that affect stretch marks besides genetics. Obese people as well as bodybuilders can also get stretch marks. The skin does not have enough time to acclimate to shifts in weight when the body changes rapidly. Body builders will get them as a result of gaining muscle too rapidly. Someone can also get them from applying creams and solutions that contain steroids for a long period of time. The fortunate news is that even if they may be darker in appearance at first, they will usually recede and become lighter and less noticeable after a few months. There are several things you can do to promote the pliancy of your skin even though it is largely a hereditary disorder. Besides trying to maintain weight (which, while pregnant, is not recommended for the baby's welfare) women can encourage healthy skin by exercising frequently, even during the gestation period. Women will naturally have to alter their physical routine while they are expecting, but low impact and less intensive aerobic exercising is healthy for both mother and baby. Pregnant women should eat as nutritiously as possible by eating nutritious foods, controlling carbonated sodas consumption, limiting caffeine consumption, and staying away from alcoholic drinks and coffee. Pregnant women should also avoid cigarettes during the whole gestation period. There are many of products in the world that claim to be able to prevent and heal striae gravidarium to make them fade and dissipate. These products may do a little good but are generally not proven to be good for any permanent effects. There are many surgical operations, but they can be time consuming and very costly. Sometimes seeing a dermatologist may be the only way to counter stretch marks for some women. This type of surgery is not advised until later because many times the body will still have some growing or alternating to do.
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