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Yes, they are called “stretch marks” for a reason. The dermis (middle layer of skin) tears because it doesn’t have enough elasticity and support to counter too much growth too fast. Perhaps the cause has less to do with the actual stretching of the skin than the hormonal changes that happen during times the marks occur. In whatever way the skin and the hormones fit together to cause those (typically) red lines that constitute stretch marks, there are some very predictable times you can expect them to appear.
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You know stretch marks. Stretch marks (or striae) are the ugly red stripes that show up in your skin when you’ve stretched your skin too far, too fast. How did you get those marks on your back? Maybe puberty did it to you. Growth spurts during puberty are a main cause of striae marks. Maybe you gained too much weight or too much muscle. Those stretch skin beyond the limit. Maybe you didn’t keep your skin hydrated and give it the elasticity it needed to keep up with your daily growing and changing. Whatever the cause of the stretch marks on your back, there are a few things you can do to ease the effect.
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If you are deciding upon a tattoo on an area of your body that has stretch marks or in the future may have stretch marks, please consider the following information.
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If you are 20ish, and trying to survive sun damage, blemishes, inflammation, stretch marks and fine lines one tube of skin repair product can fix it all. It can also set you up for some pretty smart early anti-aging skin care. What is unique about this type of day cream is that each of its seven ingredients repairs skin damage. Each of these ingredients works together as a team to maintain your skin’s clear complexion.
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The main causes of stretch marks are pregnancy or weight gain. Also, due to hormonal changes, puberty can cause sudden weight gain. Working out regularly can cause rapid muscle growth, adding what appears to be scars to your skin. But, the most common cause affecting women is pregnancy.
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