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Vitamin E and Stretch Marks

 

Anyone can effectively get rid of stretch marks through the use of vitamin E since this vitamin concentrates on making the skin more firm and elastic. Thus, the skin becomes more resistant against tearing when it gets stretched during pregnancy. The more elastic skin thus decreases its chances of forming the scars called pregnancy stretch marks.

 

Vitamin E is available in different forms like gamma, alpha, beta, and delta tocopherol. Studies have shown that the form with the highest bioactivity for direct application on the surface of the skin is alpha-tocopherol. In clinical research, it has shown the greatest reduction in scarring and formation of stretch marks.

 

Vitamin E is effective against pregnancy stretch marks because it has the ability to regenerate skin cells. It has been shown to penetrate intensely into the skin and accelerate the growth of new skin cells. Thus, the scar tissue that gives the appearance of stretch marks gets replaced and fades over time. The stretch marks continue to become thinner and shorter with the use of vitamin E until they are no longer noticeable.

 

Aside from its ability to get rid of stretch marks, vitamin E also serves to prevent new ones from developing. Because it increases the firmness and elasticity of the skin, it makes it more capable of weathering any tears that may arise due to several factors such as pregnancy, hormonal flux, and weight changes.

 

It will do your skin wonders if you eat vitamin E-rich food like kiwis, mangoes, and almonds. You may also buy vitamin E capsules and pierce them with a needle. Then, apply the oil directly to your skin. Another option is to buy stretch mark removal creams and other products that contain vitamin E.