Stretch Mark Creams

Updated on April 26, 2009
J.A. asks from Creswell, OR
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I am the mother of a 3 1/2 month baby girl. She is my life! But she sure did leave me with quite a few stretch marks! I have been researching stretch mark removal creams on the internet but am clueless as to what to be looking for. Has anyone tried any of these creams and been successful? Help is greatly appreciated! I would love to be in a bikini this summer!! HA HA!!

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Thanks for the advice from everyone who replied. I am in the process of trying a few different things that some of you recommended. I will let you know how they work! Thanks again!

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T.F.

answers from Los Angeles on

It has been awhile since you put this out but I would love to know what you ended up using and if it worked. Look forward to hearing from you.

Be blessed, T.

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E.M.

answers from Seattle on

I've always liked most avon products,mark The Body Squad Luminous Anti-Stretch Mark Cream,
SUPER SHAPE Anti-Cellulite & Stretch Mark Cream, or Re-Fine Stretch Mark Smoother may work for you...

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R.B.

answers from Los Angeles on

Hi J.,
When I was Pregnant I swore by Palmers Coco butter cream. I used it every day before birth. I received only a few stretch marks on my breasts, no where else. This was a remedy passed on from my mother. After birth I used it and the marks I did have faded tremendously. Hope this is helpful! :)

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K.K.

answers from Bakersfield on

Hi J.,
After reading all the responses, I'm curious to see if any of the recommedations work. Looks like a lot of saleman to me. I had my last child almost 4 yrs ago & I have found NOTHING that works. They will fade in time but I agree with the one mom who said "see it as a badge of honor". Enjoy your body and what it has given you!
However, if you do find something that does work, let us know.

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K.G.

answers from Los Angeles on

Hi,
I have a cream that will work! It is called Tummy Honey Stretch Mark Cream by Bella B. You can find it at BabyStyle, Babies R Us and www.bellaBbodycare.com.
Good luck!

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B.T.

answers from San Francisco on

For the most part, the stretch marks are yours.... I know, I know, that sounds harsh, but its honest. I look at mine as "badges of honor" LOL. Hey, I wouldn't trade them for any of my kids, believe me!
ON a good note, they WILL fade....... alot! If you're in good shape and all, don't worry about it (I'll never get in a bikini again, but not because of stretch marks; cuz I gained too much weight! :o) Most people have stretch marks somewhere.... either from rapid grown or weight gain... my husband has them from gaining weight and all my daughters even have'em from their chest growing too fast LOL! Hang in there, and enjoy your precious baby girl.....

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E.T.

answers from Modesto on

I still have a few from my son hes 9 now. well ive heard of alot of creams but theres this one they sell at Macys I think its kinda expensive. i havent tried it. the strech marks i got from when i had my son have all faded away there still there but they fade after a while. I hope this helps.

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D.D.

answers from Honolulu on

GIRL, you have got to try avons stretch mark erase body cream. I just started using it in the morning after the shower and it really works. You can feel this tingly/cool feeling after you put it on. I think it is like $8.00! If you wonna try it, I sell avon, but should have some samples coming in the mail.

Good luck, Donni

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L.A.

answers from Los Angeles on

The new AVON ANEW CLINICAL Professional Stretch Mark Smoother
is a new cream that many of my customers have had success with. Price $25. A few of them didn't think the results were dramatic enough for them - but it wasn't a problem because of AVON's great return policy "No Questions, No fuss, No problems". Just return the product if you are not satisfied. Every Mama is different...
Get free shipping by using coupon code REPFS on my website - www.lettysells.com

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T.S.

answers from San Francisco on

Google Alternative Medicine: Stretch Marks.

I heard Vitamin K, and Vitamin E are great to take internally.

I think there is a product that is called dermal K that is for applying to skin. Look into that, as my details are a bit sketchy with my forever Mom Brain, lol.

If all else fails plastic surgery, lol. Good luck, my kids did a number on my abdomen as well.

T.
Founder
www.theparentpack.org

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A.G.

answers from Honolulu on

Hello J.,
I totally know what you mean about those stretch marks! I feel your pain girl. Well, let me start by saying that I'm an independant consultant with a wonderful company called Arbonne International and they have a couple of products that I use for stretch marks. Their product line has since grown to include both inner and outer health and beauty products that are unparalleled in quality, safety, value, benefits and results! Arbonne premium skin care products and nutrition are formulated in Switzerland at the Arbonne Institute of Research and Development (AIRD) and made in Irvine, CA. Our proprietary skin care formulas are:
• Botanically based
• pH correct
• Hypoallergenic
• Dermatologist tested
• Never tested on animals
• Formulated without animal products or by-products
• Formulated without mineral oil
• Formulated without dyes or chemical fragrances*

"The Intelligence Rejuvenating Cream" has worked great for me and many of my friends. It is an ultra hydrating, non-greasy, moisturizer, that helps the skin return to its normal position. The other ones I use are the NutriMinC® RE9 Body Serum to slough off dead skin cells and add valuable vitamins and minerals to the skin (vitamin C, vitamin A, etc). It's part of our anti-aging products. This particular set has a natural lightening agent in it that helps lighten the stretch marks as well! Our ABC baby set includes a "Rejuvenating Cream" for moms for free!

Please feel free to visit the website at www.arbonne.com. There's also a recorded call you can listen to ###-###-####. It's about 25 min. long. I hope this helped and feel free to contact me. My email is ____@____.com and my number is ###-###-#### (Hawaii time)Keep in mind that you can get a 35% discount on every product as well. For more details, just let me know!
Have a great day!

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A.K.

answers from San Francisco on

Hi!

I agree with the Lady who said that theres this really good cream for Stretch Marks at Macys. Is very expensive though like 80+ dollars O.O . Im thinking about trying it . I work at Macy's and get a 25% employee discount :D . I think it takes some time to actually wok though but I guess Is worth the try :) . I will totally let you ladies know if it works or not :) WIsh me luck :D !!!!!!!

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J.F.

answers from Portland on

Pentaxyl! you can buy it through a market america consultant or at www.marketamerica.com/aaa4u. e-mail me and I can send you pictures.

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A.S.

answers from Spokane on

Yea, most store bought cosmetics are made from weird chemicals you can buy from a hardware store with a little cocoa butter added. You want to go with an all natural butter made from all renewable recourses. Plants, fruit, oils. There is a really good wahm handcrafted website that sells all natural cosmetics. (You have to have paypal to make a purchase. It is free but takes a second to sign up https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_home-merchant)

The Candle Bug
www.hyenacart.com/thecandlebug

A.

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T.J.

answers from Seattle on

I love mustela 9 months. I used the double action during pregnancy and the intensive action after and two months later I have hardly any stretch marks!

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M.C.

answers from Stockton on

Hi J.,
When I was pregnant with my twins, my female friend from church told me about this oil tonic from Clarins.

It works because I have no strectch marks to speak of.

Hope this helps you...

http://www.beautysteals.com/c/bp/clarins/2294/body-treatm...

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C.G.

answers from Eugene on

Hi J.,
I sell Avon and I have a pregnant customer (for the second time) who swears by the Avon Solutions Stretch Mark smoother. She used it with her first pregnancy and had wonderful results. She is using it for this pregnancy also. They offer another similar product which I haven't had any personal experience with and that is the Super Shape anti-cellulite and stretch mark cream. They are in the same line so they should both work. They are both for preventing and getting rid of any stretch marks. You could also check at Motherhood in the mall. I would think that they would have something.
Good luck with that Bikini!!

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N.K.

answers from Los Angeles on

I tried Palmer's stretch mark cream. It seemed to work but it is not cheap but I guess the benefit is greater than the cost.

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R.M.

answers from Sacramento on

Though this may sound a little like another solicitation, I have used Arbonne's products and have had great results. After my third child, I had horrible stretch marks... so deep I thought they would never go away... Okay, so they are stille "there", but a whole lot less noticable. I used their RE9 body serum and body lotion. I can show you how to get the products at a 35% discount if you are interested. (And it comes with a 45 day money back guarantee.

R.
www.rlovelyskin.myarbonne.com

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L.G.

answers from Los Angeles on

The best cream for stretch marks, hands down is STRIAE (stretchmark.com). Dr. Moy is a dermatologist and was once head of UCLA's dematology department. I've used it and it really works.

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P.I.

answers from San Francisco on

Dear J.,

Good nutrition that includes vitimins and other suppliments for the body to use to repair itself is very helpful. The body is always working on keeping itself alive and healthy. I suggest that you visit a high-quality healthfood store and inquire about such products. I also suggest you use a high-quality vitamin E, straight from the capsule. Vita-K Solution for stretch marks is another product that, if used faithfully, will dramatically reduce their appearance. Good Luck

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L.A.

answers from San Francisco on

I'm fairly new to Mamasource, so just saw this request. I have a product for you if you're still looking. Jafra has a "Stretch Mark Corrector" that works well. I have several clients who have used it with great results. It is formulated with vitamins, soothing oils (Rose Hips Oil) and natural botanicals including Tahitian Tamanu fruit extract (which helps stimulate collagen synthesis). Also, if or when you decide to have another child, consider using Royal Almond Oil during your entire pregancy. I have a large number of clients who swear by this product and it helps prevent stretch marks from occuring. You can see more about these products at www.myjafra.com/LALLEN1 or email me and I will send you a catalog, ____@____.com.
L.

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M.T.

answers from Las Vegas on

May I suggest:

http://www.marykay.com/matorres/whatsnew/newproducts/cell...

It's marketed for cellulite, but it also works to reduce stretch marks and vericose veins. I'm using it now (actually practically bathing in it) to make sure I prevent the marks from appearing, so far so good. And, I've noticed that it is actually doing good for my thighs and arms.

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K.B.

answers from Sacramento on

I have strech marks and have tried only the over the counter creams and nothing worked. I read an article in a magazine saying that the only way to get rid of them and its not for sure is a crame that you get from a doctor or lazer surgery

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V.G.

answers from San Francisco on

Hi J. - I will keep my eyes open to see if you respond back on what you have found that works. I have tried lots of creams and I agree that Avon Anew is the best I have found. However, be sure to check whatever you use for skin care for yourself and especially your baby at www.findgreenhere.com (safe cosmetics page, cosmetics database link) to be sure there are no unsafe or toxic ingredients that you would not want to be absorbed through your/her skin. Unfortunately many of the most popular skin care lines have ingredients that could be potentially harmful. I also will check on Glimpse Intuitive Skin Care in November when I receive it with a test patch for stretch marks. Best of luck and keep in touch! V. G. http://www.xango.tv/

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S.H.

answers from Seattle on

Hi J., I'm a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant and they have some fabulous products for your skin. Reasonable prices to make your skin young and healthy looking. If you have any questions, please call or email me www.marykay.com/shollins or I can refer you to someone.
Warm Regards, S.

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