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Natural Stretch Mark Treatments That Have Science to Back Them Up

Stretch marks are an annoying and unavoidable side effect of pregnancy. These pinkish streaks show up around six or seven months of gestation, and they usually stick around after your little one is born. Some women turn to expensive, chemical-laden creams to banish stretch marks on their stomach, hips, and breasts. But did you know that natural remedies can work just as well? Here natural stretch mark treatments to buy or DIY:

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil’s fatty acids easily absorb into the skin. It’s also anti-inflammatory and encourages collagen production, which will speed up this mark recovery.

How To Use

Thoroughly rub coconut oil onto stretch marks. No need to wipe off this natural ingredient afterwards!

Aloe Vera

The stalky green leaves of aloe vera store water and nutrients. These components contribute to aloe vera’s healing properties, as well as its ability to minimize the appearance of stretch marks.

How To Use: If you have an aloe vera plant at home, break off one of the stalks and rub the gooey insides on your stretch marks. Don’t rinse off the residue. Alternately, you can buy aloe vera gel  and rub it onto your stretch marks once a day.

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