How to reduce stretch marks during pregnancy naturally?
I'm starting to notice stretch marks, and I want to minimize them. How can I reduce stretch marks during pregnancy naturally, without using any chemicals?
My MIL gave me home-made ghee to apply on my tummy every night. It smells a bit strong but honestly it kept the skin so soft and reduced the itching a lot! Try it if you don't mind the smell.
Haha stretch marks are like tiger stripes of motherhood! I applied coconut oil daily but still got them because I was too lazy to do it twice. Honestly, don't sweat it, nobody is looking at your tummy anyway!
I was so grateful for my pregnancy after IVF that I didn't mind the marks, but to keep the skin comfortable, I gently applied organic shea butter. Be very gentle while rubbing your tummy.
In our home, we always use pure virgin coconut oil. My mother told me to apply it twice a day after bathing. But do ask your doctor before using any strong essential oils.
To be honest, most creams only moisturize the top layer. Natural oils like coconut or cocoa butter are great for dryness, but don't expect them to erase marks completely. Consult your doctor for safe skin recommendations.
My dermatologist friend told me that stretch marks are mostly genetic and you can't prevent them 100%. But keeping the skin hydrated helps with the itching. Olive oil or sweet almond oil works best to keep skin elastic.
Dry skin makes stretch marks worse, so keep it hydrated! 💧 Apply warm olive oil or fresh aloe vera gel daily. It really helps to soothe the itchiness! 🌸
