Everyone experiences age-related changes differently. Meanwhile, if age-related changes in appearance are an inevitable and natural phenomenon, then changes caused by any unfavorable factors can be tried to somehow disguise or get rid of them. This concerns women's pride and beauty - the female breast. Every woman dreams of her breasts being firm, full and well-groomed. But it is not always enough to just increase the size of the breast; things are much more serious when stretch marks appear on the skin of the mammary glands.
Types of striae and their features
From a cosmetological point of view, a stretch mark is a narrow area of deformed skin, 5–10 cm long and up to 5 mm wide. Depending on the period of appearance and shade, stretch marks are distinguished:
- fresh (newly formed), having a rich color, from bright red to bluish-violet;
- old, whitish or with a pearlescent tint.
Fresh stretch marks are easy to correct . With timely measures they are easily reduced in size and become less pronounced. Old stretch marks have a lot in common with scars. It is not always possible to remove them completely. To make the stripes less noticeable, you will have to put in a lot of effort.
The principle behind the appearance of all types of stretch marks is the same. The skin of the décolleté and chest becomes thin, loses moisture, and as a result, its elasticity and firmness decrease. Such depleted skin slowly returns to its original position after stretching caused by various factors. Therefore, micro-tears (of vessels, tissue fibers) are inevitable. Over time, the tears heal, overgrown with connective tissue. A scar, or striae, remains on the surface of the skin. Its color depends on whether there are active blood vessels at the site of the rupture. If they are present, the color of the stretch mark is bright; if there are no capillaries, the stretch mark is light.
Stretch marks on the chest during pregnancy - what to do
The methods described below can be used both as methods of preventing the appearance of scars on the chest, and as techniques to combat existing stretch marks. The more comprehensive approach to the problem you can organize, the better the result you will achieve.
What to apply to breasts for pregnancy stretch marks - home remedies
Rubbing various homemade and ready-made cosmetics is one of the most popular ways to influence the delicate dermis of the breast.
Some effective homemade remedies include:
- Traditional olive oil. The properties of this product are difficult to overestimate. It will also help in maintaining the attractiveness of breast skin during and after gestation. Daily rubbing of oil into the skin of the chest will reduce the likelihood of stretch marks to a minimum. If desired, you can create different oil compositions, combining, for example, olive oil with coconut oil and wheat germ oil or combining almond, olive and wheat germ oil.
- Liquid composition based on carrots and almonds. The composition helps not only prevent the appearance of scars, but also makes existing damage to the skin less noticeable. To prepare it you will need 1 carrot. Wash the root vegetable, peel it and grate it on a grater (medium fraction). Add a small amount of water to the resulting mass - the liquid should barely cover the carrots. After 15 minutes, carefully squeeze out the carrot juice and combine it with a small amount of almond oil. Rub the resulting composition into the skin of the chest with gentle massaging movements. It is enough to carry out the procedure daily before going to bed. The product is stored in the refrigerator.
- Grape mask. Wash fresh grapes thoroughly and crush until smooth. Apply the resulting substance to the cleaned surface of the mammary gland. Leave the composition for 15-20 minutes. This mask moisturizes the skin well and is a good preventive measure.
- Vitamin composition. Combine aloe juice and olive oil in equal quantities (100-150 ml each). Add 10 drops of vitamin E and 5 drops of vitamin A to the composition. Rub the resulting product with massage movements twice a day. Store in the refrigerator. Before use, the product is thoroughly shaken and warmed to body temperature.
After the birth of the baby, the fight against stretch marks can be continued. Coffee scrubs and formulations with mumiyo showed especially good results.
- Coffee scrub. The effect of this product includes moderate peeling and increased tone of the dermis. The procedure should be carried out after a shower, when the skin is steamed. The basis of the scrub is ground coffee beans. It will be better if you carry out the grinding process yourself. You should not make fractions that are too small. You can use regular baby cream as a base mass. The use of sour cream, cosmetic clay (diluted) or liquid honey will also have a good effect.
- Cream with mummy. Crush 2 tablets of the pharmaceutical product and combine with a small volume of water. Combine the resulting composition with 100 g of baby cream and mix. The product is stored refrigerated. As with the scrub, the product must be rubbed in after showering.
Creams and lotions for stretch marks on the breasts during pregnancy
During the period of formation and growth of the toddler, cosmetic products (creams, lotions, serums) for stretch marks are very popular. When choosing a purchased product, pay attention to its composition. An additional advantage of the product will be the presence of plant extracts, vitamins, some esters, seaweed and microorganisms. Do not lose sight of the color of the product - the absence of a coloring pigment reduces the likelihood of an allergic reaction to the product.
- Cream for stretch marks is applied to cleansed chest skin (best after a shower).
- The desired effect can be achieved only if the cosmetic product is regularly used in conjunction with the diet and daily regimen. It is advisable to apply the cream twice a day - in the morning and before going to bed.
- While rubbing the drug, gently massage the breast tissue.
- Use products designed specifically to prevent the formation of stretch marks in expectant mothers.
What creams does the modern market offer for pregnant women? Among the leaders are:
- "Indulgent Body Cream" from Avent;
- "Pregnacare cream" from Vitabiotics;
- "Bust Cream" from Palmer's;
- "Mama" by Sanosan;
- “Baby Pharmacy for Moms” from Vitex;
- "Destock" from Vichy;
- "9 months" by Mustela.
Not only creams, but also lotions are ready to provide support to the delicate skin of the breast during such a crucial period. Showed good results:
- "Body Firming Lotion" from Reviva Labs (you can add a few drops of orange oil to increase effectiveness);
- Oil for the prevention of stretch marks from Weleda;
- "Massage lotion for Stretch Marks" from Palmer's;
- "Maternidad Stretch Marks Serum" by Mustela.
Place a small amount of lotion in your palms and warm it a little. Next, apply the composition to the chest, performing gentle massaging movements. Apply the product 2-3 times a day.
Breast massage for stretch marks during pregnancy
Massaging actions, performed by the woman herself or a specialist, stimulate blood flow to the breast, which enhances regeneration processes, has a tonic effect, and is a good prevention of stretch marks. As a result, within a month the expectant mother will notice an increase in the firmness and elasticity of the dermis. To make the massage procedure more comfortable, it is recommended to use cream or oil. These products will not only improve the glide of your hands over the surface of the chest, but will also give the skin additional hydration. The best choice would be a special cream for stretch marks. Among the oils, preference should be given to olive oil, almond oil, sea buckthorn oil, rose hip oil, rosemary oil, wheat shoot oil, and orange oil. Any other oil containing vitamin E will also work.
- When performing a massage, avoid sudden movements and efforts. The skin on the chest is very delicate, so stretching and force will only harm it.
- Massage movements are always directed from the center to the edge.
- The optimal time for a session is after a shower.
- Avoid intense movements. They stimulate the production of oxytocin, which can lead to increased uterine tone up to pregnancy failure.
Taoist massage technique for breasts for stretch marks
The ancient Chinese technique is a good help in the fight against scars on the chest.
- Gently clasp the mammary glands with your palms and make 9 gentle rotational movements along a trajectory from the shoulder to the center.
- Take a deep breath.
- Place your palms on your chest and gently press.
Manual massage technique for breasts for stretch marks
- At the preparation stage, light circular movements are performed.
- Next, strokes are performed with the pads of the fingers - the movement goes from the nipples to the base of the breast.
- Holding your breast in the palm of one hand, use your other hand to gently tap the breast. Next, without releasing your breasts, make oscillatory (pendulum) movements of your breasts along the nipple-shoulder trajectory. Repeat similar steps for the second breast.
- The massage ends with light stroking movements.
For nursing
BABY PHARMACY/Stretch mark cream
, which released this cream, specializes in the production of care products for pregnant and nursing mothers, aimed at eliminating and preventing stretch marks, getting rid of age spots, and solving the problem of cracked nipples.
All cosmetics:
- tested by cosmetologists;
- does not contain fragrances, parabens, sulfates;
- created using natural plant ingredients.
Volume: 150 ml
The cream is suitable for nursing mothers and is safe for babies. It will nourish and moisturize skin that has been stretched. Will return it to its original elastic state.
Apply to the chest area in a circular motion and let it absorb.
The composition contains the following substances:
- wood extract – has the function of nutrition and restoration. Reducing the size of existing scars and preventing the formation of new ones. Increased elasticity and tone. Reduced redness at the sprain site.
- Shea butter, almond butter, coconut butter - have moisturizing and nourishing properties. Makes the skin firmer, increasing its elasticity. Thus, they warn against the emergence of new formations.
- Allantoin - has an anti-inflammatory, soothing, itching effect.
BABY PHARMACY/Stretch mark cream
Advantages:
- price below average;
- multifunctional;
- delicate texture;
- pleasant aroma;
- without parabens;
- leaves no sticky residue;
- not liquid consistency;
- effective;
- good distribution over the surface;
- not expensive.
Flaws:
- Absorption takes longer than oil.
Customer reviews: average rating 4.4 out of 5
Average cost: 246 rub.
Mama Comfort/Body cream for stretch marks
A Russian brand that produces products for mothers and babies, combining comfort from use and a budget price range. The only company in Russia that produces high-quality hypoallergenic care cosmetics of the fullest range for mothers.
Volume: 100 ml
The creamy product contains:
- hyaluron – for intense hydration;
- active substances that restore collagen and elastin structure;
- horse chestnut in the form of extract - to increase blood microcirculation and normalize metabolic processes;
- natural oils - to nourish the skin and restore it;
- vitamins – A, E, PP, B, C, F.
The line also includes a balm-gel, which contains green coffee oil with extracts of various plants: nettle, ivy, horsetail, green tea, fucus, meadowsweet.
Mama Comfort/Body cream for stretch marks
Advantages:
- accessible;
- fast absorption;
- does not leave greasy or sticky residue;
- low price;
- easy application;
- hypoallergenic.
Flaws:
- liquid consistency;
- not economical.
Customer reviews: average rating 4.5 out of 5
Average cost: 260 rub.
Preventing the appearance of stretch marks on the breasts during pregnancy
- Choose the right underwear. A woman should take into account the increasing volume of her mammary glands and promptly purchase new bras that correspond to her current breast size.
- Pay attention to the material of the underwear - preference should be given to natural materials, thanks to which the skin can “breathe”.
- To prevent the appearance of scars on the chest, it is recommended to perform a short massage using natural oils. 15-20 minutes of gentle massaging will help maintain the necessary tone of the breast tissue.
- Don't forget about air baths - 20-30 minutes will be enough.
- Monitor your weight gain and nutrition. The daily menu must contain fresh fruits and vegetables.
- A good preventative measure for stretch marks is a contrast shower. Perform circular massage movements with a soft pressure of water, first at a cool temperature, and then at a hotter temperature. Alternating temperature conditions, complete the procedure in cool water.
- will help strengthen the pectoral muscles, as well as maintain the elasticity and tone of the breast skin .
Content
- Stretch marks - what are they?
- The main causes of stretch marks
- Prevention
- Exercises to strengthen the chest muscles
- Methods for treating stretch marks
- Cosmetical tools
- Salon treatments
- Folk remedies
- Fighting stretch marks during pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Women tirelessly fight for their beauty and youth, eliminate defects in appearance, striving for the ideal, and visit cosmetologists. On the way to an ideal body, many ladies face such a problem as stretch marks. Often this unpleasant phenomenon can be seen on the sides, stomach, shoulders, hips, buttocks, and, of course, chest.
Stretch marks on the chest during pregnancy - reviews
- Anna: “I have very dry skin, so throughout my pregnancy I anointed my breasts with oils (olive, almond). The feeling immediately became much better. Whether it’s because of this or not, the problem of stretch marks has passed me by.”
- Julia: “Stretch marks appeared 2 days before giving birth, although the breasts increased slightly - by one size. However, I didn’t smear it with anything. Only at the beginning of pregnancy with fatty baby cream.”
- Polina: “I smeared my breasts with Our Mom cream.” Pleasant smell and light texture, but there was no special result. The whole right chest “crawled”. There's probably no escape from nature. I liked Johnson Baby oil more - the stretch marks began to shrink a little.
- Elena: “I smeared my breasts with vitamin E. I squeezed it out of the capsule and rubbed it in. It helped me."
- Olga: “No remedies helped, although my breasts grew from size 0 to a full size two.”
Additional diagnostics
The need for additional research arises in situations where itching is associated with general disorders in a woman’s body. Based on specific circumstances, you may need:
- General blood and urine tests.
- Blood biochemistry (bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, creatinine and urea, immunoglobulins, etc.).
- Ultrasound of the gallbladder, liver, kidneys.
Comprehensive diagnostics will always show what the problem is and eliminate uncertainty as a reason for worry. Based on its results, the doctor makes a decision on the need for one or another correction.
