The majority of people suffer from stretch marks with some affected more severely than others. Women are often the most susceptible, with pregnant women often the worst affected group. Stretch marks basically occur when skin stretches, usually due to an increase of weight or body mass. Pregnant women inevitably add weight during their carrying months and as a result are more likely to pick up deeper, longer stretch marks as well as reducing elasticity of the skin. The skin is pulled beyond its capacity causing tearing of the collagen in the skin - resulting in the white or in severe cases red lines, which appear, in the skin. There are preventative steps that can be taken in order to avoid stretch marks in the first place.

Using recommended creams is a good way of preventing stretch marks in the first place. The stretch creams are also able to remove marks after they have occurred and cause them to fade and eventually disappear. Stretch creams are also a risk free and cheap option in order to remove stretch marks. The best ones contain no harmful chemicals and have no side effects whatsoever.

Another option for removal of the marks is laser surgery. Surgeons around the World are implementing new laser techniques, however they are expensive and there are always risks involved with laser surgery. The patient may have to have multiple treatments at a large cost and again the results are not guaranteed. Also, there are always the chances of side effects or permanent skin damage.

If you have a problem with stretch marks or are expecting to get them during pregnancy, it's advisable to try " target="_self" stretch creams before going for the option of surgery. In many cases they can remove marks completely, because stretch creams nourish and repair the skin. Other people who use them have said that they prevent any marks appearing in the first place due to their ability to allow skin to stretch without tearing. There are many available on the market nowadays, its advisable to read reviews on the internet before going ahead and making a purchase. Remember that they won't work for everyone but many people speak very highly of stretch creams.