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How do you get rid of stretch marks?
I know how you feel...I had horrible stretch marks after my third baby. I'll tell you the biggest discovery I made was this:
The longer you wait to start treating your stretch marks, the harder it is to get rid of them.
There's a lot of people who keep waiting and waiting, trying to find the perfect cream, or the quickest solution and it's just not going to happen. You're not going to cure your stretch marks overnight, but you can start making a positive change tonight.
Here's a quick rundown of the rankings; click on each one to read the full review.
- Best Stretch Mark Cream- Revitol
- Best Value Stretch Mark Cream - Barmon
- Most Celebrity Endorsements - Mama Mio
- Hot New Product - StriPeptin/ Captiva
- Honorable mentions
* TriLastin
* Promaxyl
Let's start with the reviews!

Don't take my word for it though...go out and try it yourself! You will be amazed!

My experience with Revitol was really unusual.
After investing a significant amount of time and money into TriLastin (not saying it won't work for everyone, just not me), I had sworn off stretch mark creams and decided to go the laser route. Figured it'd be cheaper in the long run...instead of playing this hit or miss game of stretch mark creams. I made an appointment with a doctor, (whose name I'll keep private) and set up an appointment for the following week to discuss the procedure.
Needless to say, I was pretty nervous when I got in the doctors office. I mean, that's a lot of money to be spending...and it's a freaking laser! ;-) The thought of that zapping away my skin didn't sound very pleasurable. Plus, I got to reading the side effects while I was waiting...talk about scary! Side effects, although rare, include bruising, scarring, and blistering...uhhh, no thank you! I think I'll just keep my stretch marks! LOL
I think it was right around that time that the doctor came out and he must have seen my face cause he was laughing when he called my name. Talk about embarrassed! I didn't want him to think I was a wuss, but then again, I wanted to keep my body in one piece too! Okay, so maybe I exaggerated a little bit, but I mean it was a little nerve racking...
After talking to the doctor for a few minutes, I calmed down a little bit. I think it was mainly because we found out we sort of knew each other. (He had a friend who knew one of my friends...small world, huh?) That's when he dropped a bombshell on me. Told me his wife wouldn't even get the laser procedure done, because she read about the horror stories and she didn't want to be one.
That's about the time I was introduced to Revitol. Seems his wife used it instead of getting "lasered" and Dr. So and So was pretty impressed with the results. Not the same as what he did, but pretty darn close...and for a lot less cash out of pocket. Talk about relieved! I thanked him, told him to tell our friend Hi and headed home to the trusty old computer...and the rest as they say, is history. I received my shipment a few weeks later and my stretch marks are practically gone now. They're so invisible I can wear my two-piece bikini without worrying who's looking. It's been a while since I could do that!
Bottom line?
I'd go for it...you can't know for sure until you try, and they have a money back guarantee, so if it doesn't work out...you're not out anything! Plus, their approval rate is outrageously high...over 80% of the people I've surveyed said it did the job. Can't beat that, can you?
It's packed with stretch-mark removing ingredients like:

Here's the scoop - straight from Revitol's website:
Revitol's Stretch Mark Prevention Cream contains a powerful combination of concentrated ingredients proven to individually strengthen the skin, improve collagen structure, and increase natural elasticity. This cream penetrates deeply into the skin cell layers and works to improve their elasticity by strengthening the collagen and elastin-rich tissues that are responsible for the flexibility and elasticity of the skin. The product has a rejuvenating effect by stimulating cell growth and production; enhancing skin renewal.
This product helps to decrease the appearance of existing stretch marks, and is also an effective preventative treatment method for them. Stretch Mark Prevention Cream can be used after pregnancy to eliminate the appearance of stretch marks by stimulating skin renewal. As the skin cells regenerate they will replace the existing scar tissue and heal ruptures present in the dermal layer.
Vitamins A and E found in the cream penetrate deeply into your skin to soothe, protect and heal skin ruptures. As skin expands during pregnancy, vitamin D3 and squalene oil are essential in helping the skin accommodate the growing underlying tissues without rupturing and causing scar formation. The aloe vera present in this product works alongside the other ingredients to protect and soothe the skin, while moisturizing and healing at the same time.

You've read my opinion, now tell me yours! If you've tried Revitol, go ahead and tell me how it worked for you.
It will only take a minute a of your time and you'll be helping thousands of other women make a more informed choice!

Barmon's Stretch Mark Cream has shown some amazing results and their money back guarantee is out of this world!
Barmon's offers a three tube money-back guarantee.
This means that you can try out up to three tubes of Barmon's stretch mark cream and if they don't work, you can simply send them back and get a full refund! And that's not even the best part...the best part is there is NO TIME LIMIT on this guarantee!
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For the month of May all on-line orders are just
$15.95 per tube
when you order two or more tubes! Regularly $29.95 per tube.
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You could order two tubes of Barmon's tomorrow and then decide six months from now they don't work...and Barmon's would still give you a full refund! Now that's a guarantee!!
I give Barmon's Stretch Mark Cream two thumbs up and I recommend them to any woman (or man) looking to erase their stretch marks.
Give it a try!
Testimonials:
You've read my opinion, now tell me yours! If you've tried Barmon, go ahead and tell me how it worked for you.
It will only take a minute a of your time and you'll be helping thousands of other women make a more informed choice!
*************** Frequently Asked Questions ***************
Stretch marks are caused when skin changes shape too quickly. This sudden change causes a tear in the middle layer of your skin...the dermis. These tears, or stretch marks, can cause a lack of self-confidence due to the diminished self-worth and feelings of unattractiveness that inevitably develop.
Simply put, stretch marks make you feel less attractive and less self-confident.
Is there a way to prevent stretch marks?
Yes!
It has been proven that certain creams and lotions can prevent stretch marks if used correctly. This is great news for every mother-to-be! Imagine going through your entire pregnancy knowing that you will have your figure back after your baby is born. No stretch marks and no feeling unattractive - just the same beautiful body you had before you got pregnant. It is possible!
But what about those who already have stretch marks? Are they out of luck?
No!
While it is best to start using lotions before stretch marks appear, it is not necessary. Stretch marks can still be reduced after pregnancy or weight loss, but time is of the essence! It is a fact that the longer you wait to start using these lotions, the less effective they are at reducing the appearance of stretch marks. The sooner you start, the better your chances are at reducing the appearance of stretch marks.
So if it's been a few years, I shouldn't even bother, right?
Not true!
Yes, it is true that the earlier you start, the better the lotions work. However, you can still experience a dramatic reduction in the appearance of stretch marks by using a stretch mark cream or lotion. The problem with older stretch marks is this: stretch marks are just the result of that middle layer, the dermis, scarring over. So the longer you wait, the harder that scar gets and the more difficult it is to remove it. But it is just a scar and the nutrients present in these lotions can still have a healing effect on that torn layer of skin. It will just take a little more time than those who started using it before they had stretch marks.
So will these stretch mark lotions work for everybody?
Yes!
While they may not make your stretch marks completely disappear, these lotions will promote healing and reduce the appearance of your stretch marks over time. How much reduction depends on your skin type and the amount of stretch marks you currently have, but you can diminish the appearance of stretch marks no matter who you are! Thousands of women, all of different ages and races, have seen positive results from using these stretch mark lotions and I'm positive you can too!
Want some more information on stretch marks? Check out this excerpt from Wikipedia:
Take this quick little survey and let me know...just how bad are they?

Created by three moms with seven kids between them, Mama Mio is definitely a potent stretch mark zapper.
Wondering why Mama Mio is so great?
I'll let the founders of Mama Mio tell you:
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Let's start with the Awards:
Next up is the Distinguished Honors:
Think I'm done? Think again!
Mama Mio is also endorsed by many major celebrities, including
And finally, a testimonial from one satisfied customer:
After my son was born I was left with bright purple stretch marks on my belly and I was coming to terms with them (because my son is so worth it) when I was introduced to Mama Mio's Goodbye Stretch Marks.
After just 4 months my stretch marks are hardly visible!
My husband has not only noticed the difference in my tummy, but he has also commented on the increase in my confidence. I have told my friends (and anyone else who will listen) about this product and I have also started using Mama Mio's Tummy Toner so I'm looking forward to seeing results from that too! Thank you so much for these amazing products!
Heather, NYC
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You've read my opinion, now tell me yours! If you've tried Mama Mio, go ahead and tell me how it worked for you.
It will only take a minute a of your time and you'll be helping thousands of other women make a more informed choice!
StriPeptin Stretch Mark Cream
StriPeptin has been taken off the market.
I sent off an email to a friend of mine at StriPeptin to see if I could find out what happened. Here's what he sent me:
Don't despair though...there's still a stretch mark solution available from Nutritional Science (makers of StriPeptin). It's called Captiva and here's a little more information about it:
Captiva's stretch mark cream, called
Stretch Mark Formula, tackles one of the toughest skin problems women face today: stretch marks.
This stretch mark cream is the newest in Captiva's Body Conditioning Series, which also contains the Intensive Firming Scrub, the the Advanced Firming Treatment, and the Cellulite Refining Treatment.
Used together, these four products will treat any skin problems you are currently facing and without any of the harsh chemicals or unpleasant side effects commonly associated with body creams.

Captiva's Stretch Mark Formula works by utilizing some common ingredients in an uncommon way.
First ingredient? Peptides.
Sounds like something out of a medical dictionary, and it is. Peptides are linked amino acids that, in the case of Captiva's Stretch Mark Formula, get deep under the skin, into the dermal layer, where true healing can actually take place.
Second ingredient: Aloe Vera
While you might have only thought of aloe vera when you had a sunburn, it is actually a key ingredient in Captiva's Stretch Mark Formula. Aloe vera has been proven, again and again, to help increase the healing properties of our bodies.
Other ingredients include:
Cocoa, shea, and mango butters, used to hydrate and help heal your skin and Vitamins A, E, and C, to help your skin achieve its best health.
Being new on the market means there's not a lot of testimonials, but being the same company that produced StriPeptin, I'm betting it will be another solid product.
They do offer a free trial and an impressive guarantee:
Captiva guarantees that, in 25 days, Stretch Mark Formula will:
or they won't keep your money. Period.
That's an amazing guarantee considering you get to actually see results before spending any money!
You've read my opinion, now tell me yours! If you've tried Captiva, go ahead and tell me how it worked for you.
It will only take a minute a of your time and you'll be helping thousands of other women make a more informed choice!

- TriLastin comes in fifth in my reviews. They offer a great product that works on some women, but their customer satisfaction rating wasn't near as high as the top three stretch mark creams.
They did have a very good guarantee - a 60 day money back guarantee that gave me plenty of time to try it out, without having to worry whether I could get a refund or not.
Actual Testimonials:
You've read my opinion, now tell me yours! If you've tried Trilastin-SR, go ahead and tell me how it worked for you.
It will only take a minute a of your time and you'll be helping thousands of other women make a more informed choice!
Promaxyl
- Promaxyl was among the cheapest we found - only $49.95! They also have a very good 60 day money-back guarantee. So why are they in this list?
The biggest reason is this:
If you're okay with buying from them, you will get the cheapest price on stretch mark cream, but I can't guarantee your buying experience.
Have you used Promaxyl?
If so, tell us whether you liked it or hated it. Your ratings will help thousands of other women make a more informed decision.
Stretch Marks May Predict Pelvic Risk
Study: Twice As Many Women With Prolapse Also Had Stretch Marks
As seen on CBS News, WebMD, and more...
A woman's stretch marks may mean she is more likely to develop pelvic prolapse, a new study shows.
In pelvic prolapse, the structures that support the pelvis weaken. Symptoms include pelvic pressure, pain, seeing or feeling a vaginal bulge, and urinary and/or rectal incontinence.
Stretch marks are red, pink or purple streaks in skin that's been stretched, such as in pregnancy or after weight gain or extreme weight loss. About half of all pregnant women get stretch marks, which often fade after delivery, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Women's Health Information Center.
The new study, published in The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, doesn't predict pelvic prolapse for every woman with stretch marks. But it does show twice as many women with pelvic prolapse also had stretch marks, compared with those without prolapse.
About the Study
The study included 116 women seen at doctors' offices. The researchers included Alexa Kimball, MD, MPH, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
The women were about 60 years old and had had two pregnancies, on average. Nearly half had stretch marks (46 precent).
About 70 percent of the women had pelvic prolapse, based on a previous diagnosis or their self-reported symptoms. Those symptoms included pelvic pressure, urinary incontinence, protrusion of pelvic organs through the vagina, or a "falling down" or "dropped" sensation. The researchers didn't examine the women to check for pelvic prolapse.
Stretch marks were reported in 54.7 percent of the women with pelvic prolapse compared with only 25 percent of those without prolapse.
Cause Unclear
The researchers considered the women's age, weight, menopausal status, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, preterm labor, number of pregnancies, and use of oral steroids. Those factors didn't change the results.
Scientists don't know exactly how pelvic prolapse and stretch marks happen. Both have been linked to lower levels of collagen, note Kimball and colleagues, adding that genes could play a role in both conditions.
Stretch marks may signal a woman's risk of eventually developing pelvic prolapse, the researchers conclude. They call for more studies to check that theory.
SOURCES: Salter, S. The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, March 22, 2006; online edition. Womenshealth.gov: "The 2nd Trimester of Pregnancy." WebMD Medical Reference in collaboration with The Cleveland Clinic: "Cosmetic Procedures: Stretch Marks." News release, The Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
Now it's your turn to talk...tell me what you'd like to see on this list and why!
Who knows...you might just get your wish! ;-)
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Call-Me-Mommy
Thanks for the feedback Mainely! I agree with you completely and wanted to let everyone know that Barmon is running a special right now where you can get a 4oz tube for just $15.95 and shipping is free with orders over $30 dollars. A very cheap investment towards a stretch mark free pregnancy! Posted May 16, 2008 |
| Mainely-Naturals
Keeping your body lubricated during pregnancy and after, while you loose the weight, is very important. Posted May 16, 2008 |
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This is a stunning lens and extremely informative. Posted April 30, 2008 |
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purple83
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| StacymomBiz
Great lens - 5 stars!! Posted March 25, 2008 |
| StewartC
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It is not much emergence for me but still I love to keep your suggestions in my list. Posted March 13, 2008 |
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Just when I had lost hope...I can't wait to try one of these products!!! Posted February 23, 2008 |
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Nice pictures and useful information. thanks! 5 stars. Posted May 17, 2008 |
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Great Info!! I am a mom of four and got plenty of stretch marks!! Thanks for the Info!!! Posted May 13, 2008 |
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Im 12 and i want to get rid of stretch marks
Posted March 06, 2008
Many creams and lotions that claim to erase stretch marks are sold on the market and though scientific research validating their claims is still in progress, users have reported significant improvement in the appearance of stretch marks. While some of these results could be construed as a "placebo effect", the sheer number of positive reviews suggests that there is some truth in the claims. Further research will be necessary to determine exactly how these creams and lotions work to eliminate stretch marks.
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I was reading today on 43things.com and it really makes me mad when I see so many people writing:
"You can't get rid of stretch marks"
"Just get over it"
"Accept it and move on"
and more.
Why are there so many people that seem to get a high off ruining people's dreams? What gives them the right to destroy other people's dreams and goals, just because they tried once and it didn't work out for them? And don't even get me started on those people that spread negativity even though they've never even experienced it! That's just plain retarded!
Sorry I'm venting here ;-)
Just sick of seeing people attack and destroy what they don't understand.
If you're one of these people, back off and let people decide for themselves. Stop forcing your opinion on others.
If you're out there looking...make your own decisions. Don't let anyone, even me, force you into buying something (or not buying something).
Have a great day and let's get rid of those stretch marks!!!
Just wanted to say congratulations to all the women and men who have written me and stated their desire to make 2008 the year they get rid of stretch marks! It's a wonderful wonderful thing to hear and read these emails of hope and resolution over and over...keep em coming and good luck to all!
Excerpt from MedicalNewsToday.com:
Apart from stretch marks occurring during a sudden weight gain or loss, women are very likely to develop stretch marks when they are pregnant. This will depend on several factors such as:
-- Age - younger women tend to have a more elastic and supple skin than older women so the younger you are the less likely you are to get stretch marks.
-- Genetics - if your mother or an older sister got strech marks then you are more likely to as well.
-- Growth of baby in the womb - if your baby is growing very quickly or if you are carrying an extra big baby then the weight is sometimes more than the skin can handle. Carrying more than one baby or having excess amniotic fluid makes stretch marks even more likely.