How to alleviate stretch marks?

Belly, breasts, buttocks and thighs: when skin stretches rapidly, support fibers (collagen and elastin) break down and stretch marks appear. Stretch marks affect both men and women. So how can you reduce stretch marks and prevent them from appearing? We can answer all your questions.

Weight gain, pregnancy or growth: stretch marks appear when the skin can no longer keep up with bodily changes. Stretch marks are scars that initially appear purplish, then turn white. When they are still colored and therefore in an inflammatory stage, it is possible to effectively reduce their appearance. White stretch marks, on the other hand, are more difficult to reduce.

Stretch marks affect most women and are sometimes difficult to avoid. Nevertheless, there are ways of trying to prevent them from taking hold: nourish and moisturize your skin every day! The earlier you get into the habit, the better. Make this ritual a privileged moment with treatments that are as effective as they are sensorial, such as Huile Prodigieuse® which envelops your body in an enchanting fragrance. This iconic multi-functional treatment with 7 precious plant oils nourishes and repairs the skin in a single step.

Now available in a floral version with  Huile Prodigieuse® Florale or Huile Prodigieuse® Neroli for a personalized beauty moment. This elixir combines different precious plant oils to adorn the skin with a captivating glow* while diffusing its moisturizing, nourishing and repairing benefits. Skin remains supple. In winter, or if you have very dry skin, opt for Huile Prodigieuse® Riche with its fluid yet generous texture.

If, despite all your precautions, stretch marks appear on your body, you can reduce their appearance by taking the following steps:

Exfoliation removes dead skin cells and boosts cell renewal. It's essential to complement exfoliation with a moisturizing treatment to soften the skin. For a real moment of pleasure, wrap your skin in the Rêve de Miel® nourishing body scrub. 

This scrub seduces with its floral honey fragrance and unique oil-balm texture, gently exfoliating and nourishing the skin.

Stretch marks can't be completely eliminated by skincare, but their appearance can be significantly reduced. Once again, thanks to its many virtues,  Huile Prodigieuse®  stands out for its effectiveness in reducing stretch marks. A dermatologist's scan showed a 30% reduction in their color.  ^[1]  .

Self-massage helps your skin care product to penetrate better, while stimulating collagen production. When applying your skincare product, don't hesitate to smooth or knead stretch mark-prone areas for longer to improve the skin's appearance.

The sun accelerates skin ageing and can alter the shade of a recent stretch mark, making it even more visible. To avoid dehydration and hence loss of elasticity, but also to prevent the appearance of stretch marks from deteriorating, apply a  protective cream  when exposed to the sun.

^[1] Use test on Huile prodigieuse ^® and Huile prodigieuse ^® Florale - 26 volunteers. Dermatologist-assessed improvement after 56 days of application.

* Glow = radiance