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No one wants stretch marks, but how to do you prevent this common skin issue? Take our quiz to learn how to prevent and remove stretch marks.When striae first form they tend to have a pinkish or purple color.
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Intense coloration may be noted when stretch marks first appear but while the pinkish or purples tones fade, the texture tends to remain the same.
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Stretch marks are harmless but many people seek cosmetic attention.
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Stretch marks often appear on the breasts and thighs, in addition to the abdomen, buttocks and arms.
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Stretch marks caused by large increases in muscle mass are predominantly found in the arms and legs.
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Growth spurts, pregnanancy and even some genetic disorders like Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos can lead to stretch marks.
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The skin near the armpit is most prone to stretch marks.
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Treitinoin cream can help your skin heal in the first six weeks of stretch mark development but pregnant women should avoid it since its effect on a fetus aren't fully understood.
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Pulsed laser therapy helps retexture stretch marks when they're relatively new.
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Chemical peels are effective on new and old stretch marks by promoting skin regeneration.
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