A fissure in the dermis is what is called a Stretch mark, or striae. They are scars. At first they are red to purple in color but usually, they fade away to a paler color.

Teenagers are very affected by this condition: 70% of girls and 40% of boys, and 90% of pregnant women develop this condition, which is one of the most common skin lesions. Stretch marks can be produced by different elements. For example, heredity, dry skin (there is less elasticity), pregnancy and rapid loss or gain of weight. Still, there are procedures that can be done to reduce stretch marks and even make them disappear.

Some tips and treatments

Drinking plenty of water is one of the most important things one can do to prevent stretch marks. This will keep your skin moisturized. Keep in mind that if your skin is dry, you are more prone to develop stretch marks. Keep a balanced diet, including foods that are high on vitamins A and C. Dry to regulate the amounts of caffeine you take during the day because it is a factor that helps stretch marks appear. Besides following these tips, you can also look for a stretch marks treatment that suits your skin. It is easy to find over-the-counter creams and lotions that can help you reduce the appearance of stretch marks. These creams and lotions can help eliminate new marks and make your skin a lot firmer.

The earlier you start treating a stretch mark, the more chances you have to eliminate it. There are also products that are made to prevent stretch marks. A good moisturizing lotion can help a lot. Another idea is to ask your doctor to recommend to you a prescription cream. If you want a more effective or faster method, you can also look into laser surgery. It is by far the most expensive treatment, but it also is the fastest and so far, the most efficient treatment. Laser surgery is used on older and deeper scars and most of the time, 6 to 8 procedures are needed to see good results. Nonetheless, do not forget that no procedure is effective for everyone.