Kapanlagi.com - We often hear the term stretch marks. Stretch marks themselves are a common problem that often occurs in women. The appearance of pale white lines that are visible in several areas such as thighs, lower abdomen, calves, and breasts often feels disturbed. This causes the skin to become uneven and sometimes makes one lose confidence due to the appearance of stretch marks. Usually, this condition is caused by the body suddenly growing larger in a short period of time but the skin cannot stretch fast enough to keep up.
Of course, there are many ways to remove stretch marks that are sought after by women who need a solution. Basically, stretch marks themselves can be addressed instantly by undergoing laser therapy treatments, which of course requires a significant amount of money. But, don't worry, because there are also natural ways to remove stretch marks that you can do yourself. Besides not causing any side effects, this method is also considered easy with easily found ingredients. Curious? Let's read the complete review below.
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1. Chocolate Powder
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The first way to get rid of stretch marks is by using chocolate powder. In fact, the way to use it is quite easy. You just need to prepare unsweetened chocolate powder. After that, make a kind of paste. Once done, apply the chocolate paste to the area of the skin that has stretch marks, then leave it on for about 15-30 minutes and rinse it off until clean. Do this method regularly at least twice a day for 2 consecutive months.
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2. Honey
The next natural ingredient to get rid of stretch marks is honey. The antioxidant content in honey is very good for the skin, so it is proven to be effective in removing stretch marks. Using honey is quite easy, you can use pure honey, it is even better to use raw honey. Then apply the honey to the skin affected by stretch marks and leave it on for 30 minutes. Once done, you can rinse it off with warm water.
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3. Olive Oil
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Furthermore, you can use olive oil to remove your stretch marks. This is because olive oil can moisturize and exfoliate dead skin cells, improve blood circulation, and eliminate stretch marks quickly.
To do this, use a few drops of olive oil and massage it directly onto the affected area. Then, leave it on for 30 minutes until the contents of the olive oil are fully absorbed into the skin. You can do this before taking a shower.
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4. Castor Oil
Not only olive oil has numerous benefits for skin care, but castor oil also has its own advantages. Yes, castor oil has been proven effective in removing stretch marks naturally because it contains a lot of vitamin E, which helps in skin regeneration. The method is simple. Just apply castor oil to the stretch marks twice a day.
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5. Potato
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The next way to remove stretch marks is by using potatoes. It is known that potatoes contain minerals that function as natural antibiotics and are useful for helping to regenerate the skin. The way to use potatoes on the skin that has stretch marks is, first grate the boiled potatoes until smooth. Then, mix with 2 tablespoons of pure milk and stir until it forms a paste. Apply it to the body parts that have stretch marks. Then, leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse with clean water.
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6. Aloe Vera
Not only for hair care, aloe vera is also proven to be good for skin care, one of which is removing stretch marks. The way to do it is by applying natural aloe vera gel regularly to the body parts where stretch marks appear. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. Aloe vera gel itself will help the skin stay firm and elastic, so that stretch marks will gradually disappear.
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7. Egg White
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The next way to remove stretch marks is by using egg white. Of course, this natural method is very good to use and does not cause any side effects. Moreover, eggs contain protein which can smoothen the skin and keep it soft. To use it, separate the egg yolk from the egg white first. Then, apply the egg white to the skin area. After it dries, rinse it off with cold water until clean. You can repeat this step for two weeks to get maximum results.
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8. Turmeric
Not only used as a spice in the kitchen, turmeric can also remove stretch marks. Turmeric contains curcumin which is useful for treating stretch marks on the skin. To use it, mix turmeric powder or crushed turmeric with water. You can add lemon juice or coconut oil to thicken it. Then, apply this mixture to the skin area with stretch marks once or twice a day.
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9. Sugar
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Next, how to get rid of stretch marks, you can use sugar. You can use sugar as a natural scrub to also deal with rough skin. For maximum results, you can mix sugar with honey. After both ingredients are mixed, you can gently rub them on the stretch mark area after bathing.
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10. Cocoa Butter
Natural ways to get rid of stretch marks can also utilize cocoa butter. Its contents have been proven beneficial for the skin because it contains calcium, potassium, zinc, manganese, iron, serotonin, tryptophan, and vitamin E. Besides removing red streaks, cocoa butter can also soften, moisturize, and act as an antioxidant for the skin. You can use cocoa butter twice a day.
Those are a series of natural and practical ways to get rid of stretch marks that you can do at home. In addition, you can balance it out by regularly exercising and consuming water. Good luck and hope it's useful.
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