Let’s get real moms. 😉
Most of us get stretch marks at some point in our lives. Maybe it was during a teenage growth spurt or he gained a few pounds during quarantine. Let’s focus on what you may have taken during pregnancy. Some of you call them “the badge of honor”, others may just want to say “goodbye, FeliciaEither way, stretch marks are common and, frankly, completely normal. Our bodies are constantly changing during pregnancy, which can lead to stretch marks. These changes include decreased blood circulation, fluid retention, increased hormones dry skin and swelling someone give me some ice these candles are killing me!
What are the main causes of stretch marks?
Our skin is elastic, but during pregnancy, our skin is stretched to its limits resulting in stretch marks or as we like to say “stretching happens”. This can be caused by dehydration in your skin, rapid weight gain, and an overall change in the direction your skin is pulled. These “tiger stripes” 🐅 can appear in either black, red, yellow, pink, purple or even brown ribbons. The most commonly affected areas are the abdomen, chest, hips, flank, booty and thighs. At this point, you may be wondering “What is the best stretch mark cream for pregnancy?” Do not panic! We know some great solutions that help prevent and even make existing stretch marks disappear.
Can you get rid of stretch marks?
We know stretch marks aren’t harmful, but let’s be honest, most of us don’t like the way they look. That is why we are looking for treatments to prevent and eliminate their appearance. Stretch mark lotions and creams can be used to help fade and prevent stretch marks. Most of you know the long list of things to avoid during pregnancy, but what about the good ingredients? Drum roll, please…Cocoa butter, organic tamanu oil, sea buckthorn oil and rosehip oil! Just to name a few. Using these ingredients reduces and fades the appearance of stretch marks with consistent use over time. And the good news is that you can find all this in our favorite The Best lotion for pregnancy and body butter.
DL Component Cost (Lower Low):
Have you ever wondered why some products cost more than others? We use high quality organic ingredients in everything we create. Some of our ingredients are expensive on their own. For example, sea buckthorn oil alone costs over $1,000/gallon! It helps with skin growth and stretching and we use a lot of cocoa and shea belly butter and our stretch mark oil, Bump Gloss.
Fact about the ingredients: Did you know that it takes 220 Ibs of tamanu fruit to yield just 10 Ibs of cold pressed oil! 😳
Keep yourself hydrated
Your body dehydrates much faster during pregnancy because, well, you’re “drinking for two.” We cannot stress this enough. KEEP YOURSELF MOISTURIZED💦. Drinking plenty of water will help your body flush out toxins, improving the overall health of your skin and preventing stretch marks. Dry skin = more visible stretch marks. Staying hydrated can help, but sometimes our skin needs a boost. And no, moms we’re not talking about caffeine. The best lotion for pregnancy and postpartum skin will help with the rest. Lotions and creams can relieve that itchiness and the appearance of dry, dehydrated skin, not to mention keep the glow you’ve worked for.
Maintain a Healthy Diet
Now we’re not here to tell you what to eat *pass me the donuts, please*. However, it is important to maintain a healthy diet for you and your baby. Diet also plays a role in preventing stretch marks. The balance of vitamins in your body helps it work more efficiently. Balancing your intake of vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, zinc and protein are important factors in maintaining a healthy diet during your pregnancy. Zinc is essential for reducing inflammation and for your overall health. There are a few different ways you can get the right amount of zinc. Food sources include lean proteins, eggs, nuts and seeds. You can find topical skin care products that contain zinc, but not all skin care is toxin-free, organic, and pregnancy-safe. Just ask us, we think this Tummy Butter is the best stretch mark prevention cream out there.
💡 INSIDER TIP:
Treat stretch marks as soon as they appear. Get ahead of the game and being proactive can help. If you start taking care of your skin early in your pregnancy, there’s a better chance that you’ll have minimal or no stretch marks at all. The best pregnancy lotions will keep your skin hydrated, boost collagen, and fade existing stretch marks over time. Just like most things in life, nothing is solved overnight. unfortunately, stretch marks are one of them. The good news is that with a consistent skin care routine we can say goodbye to those “baby on the boat” marks. Simply apply the best stretch mark cream for pregnancy to your bumps and lumps during and after your pregnancy to make stretch marks a thing of the past (or non-existent).
At the end of the day Moms, we are all human and every mom is different. Whether you love your stretch marks or want to ‘give them the boot’, we are all mothers. And those stretch marks are little reminders of your bond with your baby before he was born. Wear them proudly! ❤️
