Lovely and clean space, came in for skin tag removals, everything went well, my practitioner was very attentive & informative.
- Kateryna Topol
What Are Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks, which are medically known as striae, are indented, long, thin streaks, lines, or stripes that develop on the skin due to rapid stretching. They are extremely common in both women and men, during or after puberty.
Stretch marks can appear just about anywhere on your body, but they’re particularly common on thighs, breasts, buttocks, lower back, stomach, hips, and upper arms.
What Causes Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks may appear similar in different people, but they’re all caused due to various underlying factors.
The most common causes of stretch marks or striae include:
Pregnancy
This is one of the leading causes of stretch marks in women due to the rapid growth of the baby. According to statistics, 50% to 90% of pregnant women experience stretch marks during or after pregnancy.
Rapid Weight Gain or Weight Loss
The skin expands or contracts slowly to accommodate slow increase or decreases in weight. When rapid gain or loss of weight occurs, the skin is forced to stretch or contract faster than it usually does, causing the dermis to tear.
Corticosteroids
Corticosteroid lotions, creams, and pills weaken the skin’s ability to stretch, which leads to stretch marks.
Puberty
During puberty, the body produces increased amounts of growth hormones, which may lead to a rapid weight gain causing the skin to stretch suddenly.
Medical Conditions
Stretch marks can also result from certain diseases, including Cushing’s syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Marfan’s syndrome, and other adrenal gland conditions. These adrenal gland disorders cause an increase in the amount of cortisone in the body, which results in the formation of stretch marks.
Here’s A Summary Of How Stretch Marks Form
Despite the cause behind your stretch marks, the process through which they’re formed is typically the same. The skin, which is the largest organ in the body, has many functions apart from making us look appealing. The skin is made up of three layers, i.e., epidermis, dermis, and the subcutaneous layer. Collagen, a protein responsible for the elasticity of the skin, is found in the middle layer, the dermis. The concentration of this protein varies in each person. Some people have enough collagen to withstand rapid expansion or contraction of the skin without developing stretch marks.
For those with lower levels of collagen, rapid stretching of the skin causes collagen fibers to tear up. This causes the deeper layers of the skin to become prominent, resulting in the formation of stretch marks/ striae. Lumiskins Botox injections treatment is successful because of our team of expert professionals working together for the most satisfying & safe results.
Types Of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks can be categorized according to how long you have had them (age/color) or their cause.
Based on color/ age, there are two types of stretch marks:
- Red/ purple (Striae rubrae) – these are newly formed stretch marks. They are reddish or purple due to the visibility of blood vessels through the dermis.
- White/ silver (Striae alba) – these are old stretch marks. They are white or silver due to pronounced fat layer and contraction of previously visible blood vessels
Types of stretch marks based on their cause include:
- Striae gravidarum– these are pregnancy-related stretch marks
- Striae distensae– they occur during puberty and involve linear lines
- Striae atrophicae – they are the most common stretch marks. They’re caused by weakening or breakdown of elastin or collagen by corticosteroids, adrenal related conditions, and other factors that cause the loss of skin’s elasticity.
Methods Of Stretch Mark Removal In Toronto
Mesotherapy
This involves the use of exceptional, safe, and effective formulations of nutrients and vitamins to rejuvenate your skin. The formulations are delivered through injections into the areas affected by stretch marks. The skin then heals and tightens through increased collagen and elastin production.
At Lumiskins, we apply the best Mesotherapy treatments for optimal results.
PRP Injections
Platelet-Rich Plasma injections contain a concentrated amount of platelets which are injected directly into the affected areas. The high concentration of platelets leads to increased healing of the skin (collagen formation in the dermis) eliminating stretch marks. The platelets used are obtained from your blood through centrifugation.
Contact us today and learn more about PRP injections.
Microneedling
Microneedling involves the use of microscopic needles to create microscopic pinpoints for your body to start a self-healing process. Microneedling stimulates nerve endings to signals cells of an injury which causes the production of collagen and elastin to heal the injury. When this is applied on stretch marks, natural healing occurs around that area eliminating striae.
Contact Lumiskins for more details on this procedure.
Benefits Of Stretch Marks Removal
- Increases self-esteem and self-confidence
- The advanced stretch marks removal treatments used increase the levels of collagen and elastin in the skin.
- Restores your aesthetic look
- Stretch marks removal tightens your skin
- Restores even skin tone and complexion
FAQ
Stretch Marks Removal Frequently Asked Questions
What does stretch mark removal procedures do?
What is the duration of the treatment results?
The treatments we provide at Lumiskins restore collagen and elastin on the affected areas, returning your skin’s natural look for good. By maintaining your skin through the guides we offer after treatments, you eliminate any risk of stretch marks in the future.
Book your appointment for a stretch mark removal procedure, and you’ll learn more about maintaining your skin’s natural look.
How long does it take to perform the stretch mark removal procedures?
Each of our treatment procedure has its timeline. For example, Mesotherapy can be performed in one session, but we also recommend follow up injections for optimal or desired results.
The length of your treatment procedure is also dependent on how severe your condition is.
What type of anesthetic is most commonly used during the procedures?
How long do I stay off work after the procedure?
Our stretch mark removal treatments are non-invasive with no downtime. You may experience some minor discomfort, slight swelling, and redness, which subside in a few days. The only time you’ll need off work is during your appointments with our specialist.
Call us today to book an appointment with one of our cosmetologist.
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