Best Creams For Stretch Marks After Pregnancy

Ria Pariksha

September 5, 2018

During pregnancy, stretch marks can occur on a range of body parts, including the stomach, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms, and lower back. So how does one prevent them or get rid of them? That is where the Creams For Stretch Marks After Pregnancy.

Best creams for stretch marks after pregnancy – Pregnancy is both a time of joy and turbulence for the parents. Caught in the maelstrom of the sudden influx of information from parents, doctors and friends about what to prepare for, the changes to be, the waves of emotions, the expectations and the anxieties, that the mothers often forget to take care of themselves as an individual person. Sure, they keep a tab of the important factors like maintaining a healthy weight with a proper diet and keeping their fitness up both pre and post-pregnancy. However, pregnancy doesn’t only affect the large parts, and often, a small factor like stretch marks are forgotten by the mum till late.

Stretch marks are long, narrow streaks, stripes, or lines that develop on the skin and they occur when the skin is suddenly stretched, like through the rapid weight gain with pregnancy. It is a common myth to think that they are only confined to the lower abdomen.

So here are the best creams for stretch marks after pregnancy:

Bio Oil:

This is one of the most famous ones, being covered by the papers and on the television. Quite acclaimed to be a stretch mark lightener, visibly reducing them. However, it should be kept in mind that it is not recommended to be used during the pregnancy, because of the Retin A content in it, which is a big ‘no’ according to experts. They use it only after the delivery.

Palmer’s Massage Cream for Stretch Marks:

This one has an advanced formula with Bio C least, Vitamin E, Collagen and Elastin. Having a really creamy texture, it needs to be rubbed into the skin and can be used during pregnancy as well. It can keep the skin well hydrated, which is one of the key factors in keeping the skin stretch-mark-free. This cream is also Paraben, a compound which is slowly getting removed from all beauty products.

Sebamed Anti-Stretch Mark Cream:

While this one might be quite expensive, it also carries behind some excellent reviews. Extracts of avocado oil and Shea butter is found to be helpful in nourishing the skin, keeping it hydrated and reducing itchiness during pregnancy. The manufacturer also claims that presence of Tiger Grass, extracts and peptides by the liquid crystalline structure of olive oil helps reduce structural damage to the fibres of the dermis and thus prevent as well as heal stretch marks.

Vichy Complete Action Anti-Stretch Mark Cream:

Like I said, gaining or losing weight rapidly can also lead to stretch marks. It can happen anywhere, thighs, shoulders, buttocks, hips, chest, calf, stomach, etc. Of course, pregnancy, as stated is another reason. And, this is where the Vichy Complete Action comes into play. According to test results by gynaecologists, this cream can be used safely during pregnancy too. The only downside is that it is a little expensive.

Luciara Cream:

Even though it is imported from Italy (by Bayer Zydus Pharma), it is still quite cheap compared to a few other products. While it is quite light and spreads around easily. It takes a large amount of the cream to cover the belly. One of the big plus sides is that it is also prescribed by doctors as safe to use during pregnancy.

Biotique Coco Butter Cream:

One of the best things about Biotique products is that it is a herbal brand. As a result of that, this anti-stretch marks cream is safe to use during pregnancy and during post-pregnancy dieting. It is rich in coco-butter, it helps soothe the dry, stretched skin. Also, it claims to cure the pigmentation due to ill health and helps to smoothen stretch marks on the skin. It is easily available in Indian drugstores, beauty stores and pharmacies and is one of the best creams for stretch marks after pregnancy.

So here are our top picks for the best creams for stretch marks after pregnancy. These creams can help restore the elasticity of the skin and slowly fade away the scars. However, the safest bet is to let your doctor know about your choice of cream so that you can make an informed decision.