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Stretch Marks

Stretch Marks are fine lines on the body that occur from tissue under your skin, tearing from rapid growth or overstretching.

They come in a variety of colours and are common in:

  • Pregnant women abdomen and breasts)
  • Adolescents (undergoing growth spurts
  • Body Builders
  • Obese / Overweight People

What causes stretch marks?

Discover what causes this condition and how it can it can impact you.

Hormonal Changes

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and when using birth control, can lead to increased oil production, contributing to clogged pores.

Inflammation

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and when using birth control, can lead to increased oil production, contributing to clogged pores.

Diet

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and when using birth control, can lead to increased oil production, contributing to clogged pores.

Medications

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and when using birth control, can lead to increased oil production, contributing to clogged pores.

Genetics

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and when using birth control, can lead to increased oil production, contributing to clogged pores.