Reviews of the top five stretch mark remover creams

Top Five Remover Creams

Unfortunately, there is no scientific evidence that a stretch mark remover cream can get rid of your stretch marks for good. However, there are many creams on the market that can greatly improve the appearance of your stretch marks and accelerate their disappearance.

Here are our Top Five Picks for Stretch Mark Remover Creams:

StriVectin–SD: Clinical studies have actually shown that this cream can improve the appearance of stretch marks. Ninety three per cent of subjects in a clinical trial who used StriVectin-SD found a reduction in the actual length and depth of their stretch marks as well as an improvement in skin texture. This cream also has the added bonus of being effective on new or mature stretch marks. Use it three times daily, but use it sparingly as it is a concentrated formula. Possible side effects may include itching or a slight redness or rash.

Tretinoin (Retin A): Clinical studies have shown that tretinoin does improve the clinical appearance of early, active stretch marks. Tretinoin is derived from Vitamin A but it supposedly more effective than the naturally occurring vitamin because it thins the epidermis (outer layer of the skin) and penetrates into the dermis (the middle layer of skin) where stretch marks develop. If the tretinoin is successful in penetrating the dermis it can help increase collagen production which may help to improve the appearance and texture of the skin. However, there are a few side effects such as possible stinging, swelling and redness. Skin thickening can be another possible side effect. It is also not safe to use during pregnancy and at this stage there is not enough evidence to prove it is safe to use during breast feeding.

Mederma: This gel formulation is most effective if your stretch marks are still in the early stage of development or if they’re red and raised. This product is also really suitable if you want to use it while pregnant or breastfeeding as the active ingredient is only an onion extract. It is recommended to apply it three to four times a day for a minimum of around eight weeks.

Cellex-C High Potency Serum: Cellex C claims to help encourage fibroplasts to generate collagen and elastin fibers which are fundamental in preventing the formation of stretch marks. Cellex-C High Potency Serum uses 10% Cellex- C Vitamin C Complex to aid in skin health and collagen support. Some pregnant women have found this product useful in helping to prevent stretch marks. Is more effective in treating the early stages of stretch marks but it can also help to improve the appearance of mature stretch marks.

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Concentrated Cream with Vitamin E: There have been no extensive clinical trials to actually prove that cocoa butter or vitamin E is effective in removing or helping to improve the appearance of stretch marks. However, over the years many women have had a significant amount of success from creams with these two ingredients. The Palmers Cocoa Butter and Vitamin E cream is an extremely enriching cream with a soothing emollient base that will help to keep your skin smooth and supple. It is also good natural alternative from the chemically active creams and it is relatively inexpensive.

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