Best oils and creams for stretch marks

Jan 14, 2021, 12:19 IST

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Every woman has a bitter-sweet relationship with stretch marks. On one hand they remind of the amazing experience of their pregnancy or perhaps the weight-loss they aspired for, however, on the other, these tiger stripes are not too pleasant on the eyes. Though stretch marks are a natural phenomena, women often look out for creams and oils that help in reducing their appearance.

Enter, stretch marks creams & oils! There are several options available in the market that are specially formulated to help you lighten or get rid of these marks. The best creams and oils typically contain vitamin C & E, avocado oil, ginseng, peptides and potassium - all work together in making stretch marks appear smaller and lighter in colour, even out the skin area, brighten and tone the skin and also moisturise deeply. Plus, it's best to choose a cream or oil that is dermatologically tested.

We’ve rounded up some of the popular stretch marks oils and creams that will help you say no to those tiger stripes.

Bio-Oil 60 ml (Specialist Skin Care Oil - Scars, Stretch Mark, Ageing, Uneven Skin Tone)

This oil is soothing and helps in improving the appearance of stretch marks, scars and uneven skin tone. The unique blend of its breakthrough ingredient PurCellin Oil ™ with Lavender oil, Rosemary oil, Chamomile oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Calendula oil - makes this perfect for pregnant women as well as is recommended for ageing and dehydrated skin. Easily absorbed into the skin, this specialist skin care oil is ideal for all skin types. Ideal for all skin types, its oil based formula is light-weight and non-greasy

The Moms Co. 7 in 1 Natural Stretch Bio Oil (100ml) and Natural Body Butter (100g) For Preventing Stretch Marks

A power-packed stretch marks bundle that is all natural and free from any synthetic fragrances or harmful ingredients. With the combination of 7 oils, it is a rich blend of Shea & Cocoa Butters and Jojoba Oil that hydrates and nourishes the skin from within, and the effect lasts for up to 24 hours. Ideal for expecting mothers, it soothes stretchy, itchy skin and keeps stretch marks in check. Plus, it also stimulates the production of collagen to retain that youthful glow in the skin. With sea buckthorn oil, rosehip oil and omega fatty acids, this bundle works wonders. It's non-greasy combination soothes and nourishes deeply

TriLASTIN Maternity Stretch Mark Prevention - 4 oz

This stretch mark prevention cream consists of fifteen botanical oils and extracts that nourishes and hydrates skin to help improve strength and elasticity. It is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids and helps in relieving skin's itchiness. It is paraben-free and hypoallergenic. Therefore, it is completely safe to use. Non-Greasy & Non-Staining

Mustela Stretch Marks Prevention Oil, 200 ml

This oil by Mustela increases the elasticity of the skin. It contains lupeol, extracted from lupine seeds which helps skin withstand stretching to prevents stretch marks. The stretch marks prevention oil comes with the goodness of pomegranate, musk rose, baobab and avocado oils which helps to nourish the skin, improving the elasticity and leaving it soft and silky. Leaves the skin delicately perfumed

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