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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Can You Actually Get Rid Of Stretch Marks

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How Do I Get Rid of Stretch Marks?

By Sue Chung Health Expert

I have some visible stretch marks on my thighs and hips and I really want to get rid of them. Will stretch mark creams work?

 

The term "stretch mark" is actually a bit misleading. It's a common belief that stretch marks are caused by skin stretching too quickly when people experience growth spurts, pregnancy, or weight gain. In reality, stretch marks are caused by an increased level of hormones in the body. The combination of this hormone surge and the stretching of the skin that occurs with th...

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