Stretch Marks

[loveelaura 52]

Hey guys!

I'm still post op but I've got a question for those of you losing or have lost!

If you had stretch marks, did they fade as you lost weight?

(I apologize if this has been done before but I searched and could not find it)!

I'm so curious!

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[TwinsMama 483]

This will vary so much. My skin is a (milk chocolate) brown. My stretch marks are generally lighter than my complexion and as I'm losing weight/inches they are looking less and less visible.

[1gorgeousgodzilla 192]

This has been one of my concerns also. I've been dry brushing my skin before i shower and I follow up with lotion and bio oil. I'm only 9 days post op so I can't say if it works or not. Been thinking about stri-victin or maderma if that doesn't help.

[RockyRitz 28]

I've heard great things about derma rollers. You can get them on Amazon for $15-$20. There are different sizes for different areas of the body so you might want to look into that more. There are also some good youtube videos on it. I plan to try it.

[Skinny in Here 83]

I use the derma rollers on my face and they are fantastic. Hadn't thought about using them on stretch marks. Great idea!

This is the one I use. I apply A&D ointment and roll away...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004LUZ956/ref=sr_sp-atf_title_1_3?qid=1377637179&sr=1-3

[RockyRitz 28]

Thanks! I was researching ways to prevent loose skin after weight loss and the derma rollers are supposed to help with that too since it enhances skin elasticity. Might kill 2 birds with one stone.

[GoneRogue 23]

I've been using preparation cream on my face and neck and under arms thighs and rear end it burnt on my face at first but not now I put it on at night before bed.....it helps shrink up skin...... how do you know what size of needle to get on the derma rollers?

[RockyRitz 28]

Here's a great explanation on how they work and a chart that shows what size should be used for different conditions

http://www.skincaretalk.com/t/17232/derma-roller-choosing-the-right-needle-size

[Skinny in Here 83]

They aren't particularly comfortable, but they work! If you have someone who can do it for you it probably works faster. It's hard to inflict pain on yourself. That being said, it is really not that bad. I have heard of people who use numbing cream, but have also heard that those creams aren't good for your face. Perhaps numbing cream on other parts of the body wouldn't be so bad though.

[Skinny in Here 83]

I didn't see this in the article, but clean them with Efferdent or any brand of denture cleaner... No joke!! LOL

[Skinny in Here 83]

I've been using preparation cream on my face and neck and under arms thighs and rear end it burnt on my face at first but not now I put it on at night before bed.....it helps shrink up skin...... how do you know what size of needle to get on the derma rollers?

What type of cream are you using?

Whatever creams you use will be up to 40 times more effective. They work like a tiny lawn aerator.

[RockyRitz 28]

I'm so glad this topic was posted because it's something I'm concerned with and learning about. These are two good products I just recently started using and will use with the derma roller as soon as it gets here.

http://amzn.com/B009CZR3Y0

http://amzn.com/B0013QOIGC

[RockyRitz 28]

Can you tell I love Amazon? lol

[Skinny in Here 83]

Can you tell I love Amazon? lol

Me too!! The UPS man loves me!!!

[TwinsMama 483]

Okay so I looked at the derma roller. How often do you use that? I am not good with pain so I know that's not an option for me.