Trying to get rid of unsightly stretch marks? Typically appearing as parallel lines, they have a different texture and colour to the skin. Initially, they start off as angry red marks. Over time, they begin to fade to a silver colour.

While it isn’t possible to completely eliminate stretch marks altogether, there are ways to help reduce their appearance.

What causes stretch marks?

Stretch marks are typically caused by a rapid increase in weight. If you put a lot of weight on in a short amount of time, the skin can stretch, leaving visible marks. For this reason, they are extremely common in pregnancy. Around eight out of 10 pregnant women will develop stretch marks.

Why are women more likely to suffer from stretch marks?

Although stretch marks do occur in men, they do tend to be much more prevalent in women. This is largely down to pregnancy, although women are also more prone to partake in crash diets or yo-yo dieting. This can cause rapid weight loss and weight gain, contributing to the development of stretch marks.

Whatever the cause, treating your stretch marks can help to make them less visible. There are a variety of treatments available, though it is important to note that none will fully eliminate them.

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The V Beam is a non-ablative laser treatment that produces an intense but gentle burst of light that safely treat a multitude of vascular skin conditions, without damaging the surrounding skin and tissue. It is also highly effective at reducing stretch marks.

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