Stretch marks can appear on the skin wherever it is stretched as a result of sudden growth, such as during pregnancy, weight gain or growth spurts during puberty. Although stretch marks cannot be prevented altogether, there are things that you can do to help reduce the risk of developing them. Extreme weight gain and diets can cause stretch marks to form because your skin is literally stretched by the sudden growth.
If you need to lose weight, aim to do it slowly by ensuring that you get plenty of regular exercise and by eating a healthy, balanced diet.
Massaging your skin everyday with moisturizer or a massage glove can help improve your circulation and encourage new tissue growth. It is also important for you to eat a healthy, balanced diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals - particularly vitamins E and C and the minerals zinc and silicon. These vitamins and minerals help to keep your skin healthy.