Still, we ignore those facts and obsess with our bodies. Take stretch marks for example. Raise your hand if you don't have one single stretch mark on your body ... yeah, I don't believe you. I'm lucky that I don't have many stretch marks -- I think slathering myself with moisturizer helps, or maybe it's genetic. Who knows? Either way, I can't complain.People go out of their way to prevent and get rid of stretch marks. The least expensive way is using stretch mark creams, although some creams cost over $100 for a 6-ounce bottle. Some also try laser treatments, dermabrasion and chemical peel. I've read that drinking a lot of water helps you develop fewer stretch marks since it makes your skin soft, therefore more elastic. It may also help if you eat foods high in zinc, like nuts and fish, and rich in vitamins A and C, like carrots and citrus. However, if stretch marks run in your family, then you'll probably still get them anyway.
I guess no one knows for sure if any of the stretch mark treatments really work, but people just love to try! Check out the top searched stretch mark creams on AOL Search below. Have you tried any of them? If so, did they work for you?
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This month's top searched stretch mark creams on AOL Search:
1. Hydroderm
2. Strivectin-SD
3. Mederma
4. Revitol Stretch Mark
5. Zenmed
6. Trilastin-SR
7. StriPeptin
8. Palmer's Cocoa Butter
9. Tummy Honey
10. Vita-k Solution
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 7)
1. As a massage therapist, I am asked all the time about maternity massages, things to do and not do during a pregnancy, and about some of the best stretch mark crèmes. Just this week I put out a special newsletter about Maternity with information and links to great products. Here is the link to the newsletter on this specific topic: http://www.spavelous.com/EB/N070817/Pregnancy.html To learn more about massage and spa treatments visit http://www.spavelous.com.
Posted at 6:44PM on Aug 17th 2007 by Spavelous
2. Thirty years ago when I had my daughter, I used good old fashion Johnson's Baby lotion (pink)every day from my third month on, never had one stretch mark.
Posted at 6:20AM on Aug 21st 2007 by jandg
3. Hi Mia im really happy about the search for stretch marks cream, 7 years ago i had my son and after that i found out i had some ugly stretch mark on my tummy i ask my mom about it and she told me it runs in the family. i always buy all kinds of cream to rub on it what will you reccomend none of the creams i use is helping.
Posted at 6:44AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Tammy
4. Hey.
im only 13 and i have stretch marks on my hips!
they drive me crazy!
i havent tryed any creams or anything because my mom said they dont work.
so would u recomend anything out there that can stop itt ?
Posted at 6:49AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Curtisey
5. Luberberm (sp?), great lotion that you can buy at the store. I've never found a better lotion. I don't have stretch marks but it doesn't have the greasy feel and goes straight to your skin. Use more if you feel it to be needed. Be sure to buy the correct one as there are a few different ones to select from. Hey, it's worth a try. Eight bucks for a "large" bottle.
Posted at 7:07AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Jason
6. I used Palmer's Cocoa Butter every day while pregnant. I rubbed it all over my bell, hips, and thighs. I got very minor stretch marks. I got one on each hip. I don't anything will take them away, but I think Palmer's prevented them!
Posted at 7:33AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Stacy Gustafson
7. When I was a young girl maturing into womenhood, I got a lot of stretch marks on my breasts and hips. I guess just growing too fast. My mother was covered with them on her belly. It was terrible. Working out and in sports I also got them inbetween my legs. When I got pregnant at the age of 32 I thought I was truly doomed. I went out and bought a brand name stretch mark cream with cocoa butter and put it on my body from my shoulders to my ankles everyday. I never got one stretch mark after two pregnancies and all the others faded. The only time you can see them and it is hard to see is when I get very tan. It had to be the cream because it is in my family and I always was not a good eater. I have never taken vitamins either. Today, at the age of 54 you can't see any of them, never got one on my tummy. My skin is still tight today. But I must add, I didn't gain a lot of weight either.
Posted at 7:36AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Joanne Dougherty
8. Mustela has 2 great products for Stretch marks. One is Double Action Stretch Cream that prevents stretch marks and then their formula to treat any stretchmarks that were not prevented called Stretch Mark Intensive Action. It's sold in different stores in different markets. Most Babies R US stores carry it as well as Independent Pharmacies and Baby stores. Take a look at their website: www.mustelausa.com and click on maternity products tab. As well as it works, I am surprised that it isn't listed in the top 10. A lot of the celebs use it.
Posted at 7:48AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Konda
9. Who knows!
However, do hydrate yourself during your pregnancy with lots of water.
My favorite was Palmer's cocoa butter.
Gained 50lbs for each of my two pregnancies.
Not one stretch mark on my belly!
But who cares about stretch marks, its the beauty developing within that counts!
Posted at 8:00AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Duandie
10. I am the same as Joanne above. I have stretch marks between my legs, my lower back,my lower tummy,and on my breast since I was a teenage because of weight loss. I have tried so many different creams but they didn't work at all. It would be a wish come true if I can find something that would work and take these horrible stretch marks away.
Posted at 8:17AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Marie
11. LADIES, I understand that I am not a woman so I don't know how it feels to have them, but I can say that I pay attention to your bodies. To be honest from a man's perspective they are not that bad. If I see them on some hips it makes me smile cause I know she has the body type that I like. NOW there is a difference between big WELTS and fine stretch marks. There is beauty in your bodies no matter if you were once pregnant...just don't get the wrinkled tangerine gut, add a scar, and dance on the pole and we will be FINE
Posted at 8:29AM on Aug 21st 2007 by marcusbledsoe
12. During my pregnancy, I used a 100% cocoa butter stick. I rubbed it on my belly before I even started showing. I didnt get a single stretch mark. I think cocoa butter is the best thing to use.
Posted at 8:41AM on Aug 21st 2007 by jeaawall
13. I know this will sound weird, but I used to work for a lady who sold Emu Oil in Northern Virginia, this stuff was great for stretch marks as well as scarring.
I used it for my tattoos, and works great as a regular moisturizer...but use it very sparingly...because it is an oil....
Posted at 8:41AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Angie
14. I've had two kids and in my last pregnancy I gained 75lbs.! From the first known day of pregnancy and after the birth I slathered on Johnson's baby lotion from head to toe and once I got a "baby bump" I used Palmers cocoa butter - STICK. It's important you get the stick because it's pure,raw cocoa butter.
Posted at 8:42AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Andrea Hawkins
15. Stretch marks on the tummy during pregnancy are hormonal for the most part, unless you gain a massive amout of weight quickly. The hormone is stronger in some families and usually if your Mom or sister had them, you will too.
Posted at 8:51AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Susan
16. I know a GREAT lotion! It is from Mary Kay. It is called Visibly Fit Lotion. It is actually an anti-aging lotion for the body but some benefits that customers have experienced is reducing the appearance of stretch marks and spider veins. You do need to use it morning and night but after about 4-8 weeks you should see a difference. I love it.
www.marykay.com/TammyFee
Posted at 8:52AM on Aug 21st 2007 by A Parent
17. Arbonne has a Rejuvenating Cream that works great on current Stretch Marks and scars. It is ultra-hydrating, non-greasy moisturzer which helps skin return to a balanced, healthy state. It's infused with amino acids to help rejuvenate skin. The key ingredients are Blue copper, cucumber extract, antioxidant vitamins A, C & E. The retail of this product is $35 retail or $22.75 wholesale. (a little goes a long way with Arbonne, because it is pure product without fillers).
All Arbonnes products are botanically based (plant based) and have no animal products or aninimal by products, mineral oil, dyes or chemical fragrances. They are dermatologist tested & never tested on Animals!
They also have a complete baby line that is nut free! The entire baby care line which includes Hair & body wash, oil, lotion, diaper rash cream & sunscreen spf 30+ is $82.00 retail/$53.30 wholesale and when purchased as a set the Rejuvenating cream comes Free for Mom!
check it out at my website www.seethedifference.myarbonne.com and see for yourself. Arbonne has a 45 day guarantee on all the products!! So what do you have to lose, but a few stretch marks. Lisa Caron, Maine
Posted at 9:00AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Lisa Caron
18. I gain and lose weight alot and a friend suggested I use shea butter for stretch marks. She said that it has an anti-elastic agent that is a good aid against stretch marks. I purchased a jar of unscented shea butter from the "ABIKE" Line natural products company. It works!!!! It fades stretch!!. I love it because it works and it is all natural.
Posted at 9:05AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Juanita
19. The lotions do not work,nor have they ever! I do know many companies are sure making alot of money though.Stretch marks have to do with ones natural elasticity and yes,it is definitely inherited.You are wasting your money and thats a known fact and yes,I have them as do all of the women in my family.
Posted at 9:08AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Maria
20. I have used this wonderful boy cream called Dermelect Lipo Conquer Body Toning Cream. It is has Ginkgo Biloba and Caffeine and I use it around my belly area, under my arms and on my thighs. It has toned and tightened and has a mild citrus scent. Dermelect has the best stuff for cellulite.
Posted at 9:15AM on Aug 21st 2007 by Gladys