Most women experience stretch marks after pregnancy, so we’ve found the best products to regain some of your lost confidence and give you a little pampering at the same time.
Decléor Aroma Sculpt
Rich and non-oily in texture – this gel-cream packed with essential oils and the phyto-firming complex; hydrates, tones and reduces the appearance of stretch marks. Apply daily and massage in thoroughly. Scars love pressure so massage deeply into your stretch marks.
Burt’s Bees Mama Bee Belly Butter
A gorgeously rich and nourishing cream to soothe your growing bump. Simply smoothe over your belly after bathing or whenever it feels dry and tight. Rich in cocoa butter and vitamin E, and free from all nasties, it will it keep your skin moisturised but will help minimise the appearance of stretch marks. Use post pregnancy aswel to keep skin nourished.
Tummy Rub
This oil is a must throughout pregnancy. The blend of sweet almond oil, borage oil, wheatgerm oil and rosehip oil, rich in omegas nourish, protect and soothe the skin. OMega 3, 6 and 9 also work to build your skin’s strength and elasticity. Apply liberally twice a day to soothe dry tummies and to prevent stretch marks. Continue to use for four months post pregnancy.
Anti Stretch Mark Oil
A rich, nourishing blend of 12 key ingredients which help the skin to maintain elasticity, reduce the appearance of stretch marks and scars and even out skin tone. The philosophy behind Bloom and Blossom is minimum ingredients and maximum results. Argan and sweet almond oil help even out skin tone and restore elasticity. Marigold extract encourages healing with its antiseptic properties, whilst essential oils of lavender and ylang-ylang soothe the skin and give the oil a calming, relaxing scent.
Stretch Mark Oil
This no nasties, organic oil contains extracts of calendula to condition the skin and restore elasticity, whilst rose hip and neroli help to keep skin supple and minimise stretch marks. LIght in texture and easily absorbed – a great oil to use from top to toe. PArticularly good for those with sensitive skin.
Udderly Gorgeous Stretch Mark Oil
We’re big fans of Cowshed’s Udderly Gorgeous range and the stretch mark oil is perhaps our favourite product. This rich oil contains calendula, jojoba and vitamin E to keep skin youthful, supple and soft. It also contains the secret ingredient of Sea Buckthorn oil packed full of fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to nourish the skin. A great oil to soothe growing bumps, use daily (twice if possible) to prevent stretch marks.
Stretch Mark Oil
Combat stretch marks the natural way with This Works’ award winning oil. The highly concentrated blend of 15 plant oils, including rosehip, camomile, neroli and passion fruit, tone, soothe, strengthen and repair. Not only are This Works 100% natural, but are eco-friendly and ensure that all packaging is recyclable and ingredients are environmentally conscious. It smells divine and the lightweight texture is absorbed easily into the skin.
Stretch Mark Control
This rich and soothing cream works to reinforce the skin elasticity, reduces the discolouration of their appearance and soothes tight and tender skin. Fragrance free and colorant free this gentle cream is suitable for all skin types. Use throughout and post pregnancy for best results.
