Hormone changes, increase in weight, and gaining muscle can all cause stretch marks to appear. When the middle layer of skin, (the dermis) stretches to its max capacity, it becomes fatigued. bleeding within the skin, and inflammation cause the skins surface to become raised.

Most major blemishes fade in time. Unfortunately, they do not become invisible. Almost all of these unsightly marks last for years. Not unlike other skin conditions, there is no one miracle cure. Stretch marks can be repaired medically, or surgically. You must be patient while using lotions or creams, as the tissue beneath your skin can be severely damaged.

Micro-dermabrasion, and laser surgery are very expensive procedures. Visible results can be had within a week, providing you are willing to pay the steep price. While laser surgery seems to be the way of the future, there is always a slight risk of failure. Narrow reddish colored marks, can be improved dramatically with the benefits of laser surgery. On the other hand, deep stretch marks, such as the type that are a result of rapid weight gain, can prove to be very stubborn when it comes to laser surgery. During the 1 hour long surgery, all you will feel is the slight pricking against the stretch mark itself. The surgery can cost a small fortune, however the reward of your self confidence back is priceless. You will love the new found freedom of wearing what you want, when you want.

Consult your dermatologist, and have him make a decision on which type of treatment is required, whether it be a type of laser surgery, or a cream type treatment. With the facts in this article, I hope you can now make a more educated decision for your stretch mark removal.