Scar And Stretch Reduction In Mumbai

Why do stretch marks develop?

These are some of the most common reasons which lead to a sudden change in the skin texture and attainment of stretch marks. Stretch marks are more common in women due to the rapid weight increase in pregnancy. Also called striae gravidarum, they occur when the dermis of the skin tears rapidly. They form scarring in the skin, making it dull and faded with an off-color hue.

This could be a result of rapid growth as in puberty, in late stages of pregnancy, and can also be seen in sudden weight gain or muscle gain. Very rarely, these could also be seen after the use of steroid creams for treating fungal infections. Some families also tend to develop stretch marks. A sudden increase in the stretch marks all over the body may represent hormonal disorders.

Stretch marks are believed to reduce with a course of time but once they appear on the skin, getting rid of them naturally is impossible. You may try different creams and lotions, but these products will never make them vanish cobreastsmpletely.

Generally, stretch marks appear in the areas like the abdomen, thighs, underarms, upper arms, hips where the excess amount of fat is stored. They start appearing as reddish or purplish lesions converting into areas with fade pigmentation. Stretch marks are not harmful to health, but they create an embarrassing nuisance. Therefore consulting (Skin Care Expert / Specialist) at Neharkar Skin Studio, Mumbai, and getting rid of them completely is a good option to consider.

Our Skin Care Treatments:

We love good skin and believe that everyone deserves skin that they can feel comfortable in. At Neharkar Studio, we offer an exclusive range of advanced facials and skincare treatments, hand-picked by our skin-care specialists. Some of our most popular treatments include:

What causes stretch marks?

Stretch marks are caused, literally, by a stretching of the skin. An increase in cortisone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands can aggravate the process by weakening the elastic fibers in the skin.

Adolescents may notice stretch marks during growth spurts.

Pregnancy: Most pregnant women develop stretch marks by the end of their pregnancy. The physical stretching of the skin due to growing belly, along with hormonal factors leads to pregnancy stretch marks.

Medication use: Corticosteroid creams, lotions and pills, and chronic use of oral or systemic steroids can cause stretch marks.

Bodybuilding: Bodybuilding can make your skin stretch beyond limits. This might make you develop stretch marks too.

Weight gain: Stretch marks sometimes occur due to substantial weight gain.

Puberty: During puberty, your body goes through a growth spurt that your skin is often unable to keep up with. At this stage stretch marks might be common.

Conditions or diseases: Cushing’s syndrome and adrenal gland diseases can cause widespread stretch marks, as can Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and other hereditary (genetic) disorders.

Weightlifters: also can develop stretch marks, particularly on the arms.

Corticosteroids: If you are taking corticosteroids in oral or topical form for a long period of time, you may come across stretch marks.

Ethnicity: If you are dark-complexioned you have lower chances of getting stretch marks

Genetics: If your mom had stretch marks after her pregnancy or weight loss/gain, you may get them too when there is a fluctuation in your weight.

At Neharkar Skin Studio we will guide you to choose most appropriate treatment for you.

Factors to consider include:
  •  Age of the stretch marks
  • The convenience of treatment — therapies differ in length and frequency of sessions
  • Cost — these options are cosmetic and usually not covered by medical insurance
  •  Your expectations
  •  Tests And Diagnosis
    Stretch marks are typically diagnosed based on an examination of your skin and a review of your medical history. Some questions will be asked regarding your signs and symptoms, medications you’re taking, and any known medical conditions.

Treatments for Stretch Marks

All stretch mark reduction treatments are nonsurgical without any risk or side effects. The treatment require multiple session which are completed in around 30 mins. There is no downtime and you can resume work immediately after the completion of treatment to remove stretch marks. Stretch marks are easier to treat when they are young stretch marks. When they are brand new, called striae rubra appear as raised red lines. At that point it’s easier to use pulsed dye or NG-YAG laser to target the blood vessels. Over time, usually after 6 months to 2 years, stretch marks fade to thinner, whitish lines called striae alba that are notoriously hard to treat.

Most common treatments for stretch marks include:

RF (Fractional Radio Frequency)
Stretch marks removal treatment with RF at Neharkar Skin Studio clears stretch marks on breasts, hips, thighs, legs, lower back, and other body parts too.

RF is a bipolar micro-needling radiofrequency procedure that heats the skin’s lower layers to stimulate collagen production and remodeling. The repair happens in the deeper skin layers while the upper layers remain unaffected.

RF needs just 4-8 sessions, spaced at monthly intervals, to give optimal results. It can also be given in combination with other treatments to get better results. The best part of RF treatments for stretch marks is that it has absolutely NO downtime or recovery period. You can resume your normal activities almost immediately after the procedure.
Microdermabrasion
This treatment also removes the outer layer of your skin however without the use of any chemicals. Thousands of microcrystals are sprayed onto your skin that will cleanse your skin and remove those dead cells. This will also stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in your skin, to make sure the new skin that grows is smooth and flawless. You might need anywhere from five to twelve sessions for your stretch marks to fade away completely. This treatment has absolutely no downtime and no side effects. It is essentially a lunchtime procedure after which you can resume back to work without any worries.

In this treatment, your skin is gently abraded or polishes by spraying microcrystals on your skin. These crystals are sprayed on the skin with the help of a handheld device. Then, a vacuum tube removes the crystals and skin. With the help of microdermabrasion topmost layer of skin is gently removed, which may result in new skin growth that is more elastic. The skin heals only in 24 hours. This therapy is an option for older stretch marks. You will need to repeat the procedure several times to see good results.
Chemical Peels
Although Chemical peels are usually used to treat the age spots and wrinkles on your face, they can be used on stretch marks too. A chemical solution is first applied to your skin through a brush, a cotton swab, or a cotton pad. The ingredients used in this solution and their strength mostly depend upon the severity of your stretch marks. This solution peels off the top layers of your skin that have dead or damaged cells, revealing smooth flawless skin underneath.

You might come across a burning or a stinging sensation during the procedure. You may require multiple sessions so as to make sure the stretch marks fade away completely. However, this is one treatment that will give you healthier, smoother, and youthful-looking skin that you can enjoy for a long period of time.
Derma rollers
Skin needling is also known as micro-needling therapy or collagen induction therapy. In this procedure with a help of a micro-needling device like a derma roller controlled skin injury is created. With each fine needle punctures to the skin, micro-wounds or channels are created. The controlled injury triggers the body to fill these micro-wounds by producing new collagen and elastin in the papillary dermis. In addition, new capillaries are formed.

Due to this neovascularization and neocollagenesis appearance of fine lines and wrinkles is greatly reduced. This process of healing and collagen formation continues for 40 days after needling so the procedure can be repeated after that. Using derma rollers too often does not give any better results.
Laser treatment for stretch marks
This is probably the most popular treatment people go for, for stretch mark removal. It uses a beam of light to remove the top thin layers of your skin around those stretch marks. the laser is the one that is preferred for stretch mark removal. It uses high-energy ultraviolet laser light, which disrupts and disintegrates the molecular bonds in your skin tissues. Within a few weeks, you will find fresh skin that appears healthy, smooth, and rejuvenated. Mild redness and bruising can be expected after the treatment.

However, these will fade away within a few days. If you have mild stretch marks one or two sessions may be good enough for you. However, it might take a few more sessions to treat stretch marks that are older and severe.
Pulsed dye laser therapy
Used at wavelengths of light that are non-wounding (nonablative), this type of laser therapy remodels underlying skin (dermis) by stimulating the growth of collagen and elastin. Pulsed dye laser therapy works best when stretch marks are new, but it may still be effective on older stretch marks.

This type of treatment may alter skin color on darker skin tones. In pulsed dye laser treatment wavelengths of light are used to stimulate new growth of collagen and elastin. The difference is that it causes partial (fractional) damage to small dot-like areas within a targeted zone. Because most of the treated area remains undamaged, the skin heals quickly.
Fractional CO2 laser
Fractional CO2 Laser is a revolutionary laser treatment that can fully remove your stretch marks and produce new, healthy skin. This treatment works best when the stretch marks are still red. With fractional CO2 laser treatment, your stretch marks will be completely removed within 3-4 sessions. On the other hand, white-colored stretch marks’ treatment requires the application of more than the above-mentioned number of sessions.

Fractional laser CO2 is an innovative method gaining ground during the last years in the treatment of stretch marks, as it seems to provide impressive results. During the session, the laser is divided into dozens of thin beams of light which can selectively the surface of the skin.

The effectiveness of the laser is based on the creation of multiple micro-injuries beneath the skin’s surface, which trigger fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elasting. This production of collagen and elasting gives rise to new and healthy skin. Subsequently, the depth of the stretch marks is decreased and the color of the stretch marks resembles the one of the natural skin and the stretch marks go away gradually. The texture of skin is greatly improved and skin is tightened at the same time. The recovery is almost immediate as no downtime is required.

Why Neharkar Studio?

Our Neharkar Studio has an individualized approach for Scar And Stretch Reduction which is treated with our unique protocols which may include Studio treatments or in-home care. Our Hair & Skin Care Expert / Specialist can guide you with the best treatment possible for you depending on your Hair & Skin type.

Designed for new or existing patients, the consultation allows us to understand your expectations as well as layout ours. This 1-hour long session will dive deep into your current aesthetic regimen as well as discuss what additionally can be incorporated to make sure goals are met. You can rest assured that you are at the most advanced and trusted Neharkar Studio in Mulund, MUMBAI, which follows strict protocols and authentic treatments only needed by you individually.