Striae Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are stretch marks?
A. Stretch marks are the red and white ridges that appear on the hips, stomach, breasts, thighs, and upper arms. They are small tears of weak skin that result from pregnancy, rapid growth, weight changes, and weight lifting. Stretch marks occur when the skin does not stretch enough to accommodate body changes. Hormones play a role in the appearance of stretch marks; during pregnancy and growth spurts, many hormonal changes occur that limit the elasticity of skin, causing stretch marks.
Q. How does Striae® Stretch Mark Crème work?
A. Striae® Stretch Mark Crème increases proteins (collagen) to reinforce weak skin and change the appearance of stretch marks. The crème helps to undo the weakness associated with stretch marks. After four weeks of continued use, the crème fades stretch mark redness and whiteness, smoothes out ridges, and strengthens and thickens surrounding skin. The crème may also prevent future stretch marks from pregnancy and weight changes by keeping the skin supple.
Q. How and where do I apply Striae crème?
A. Twice a day, gently rub Striae crème into the skin. Please note that if you are a first time user, you should only apply the crème to a small test area to check for results. After 4 to 6 weeks, initial results should be visible.
Tip : Some users have found that the use of an exfoliating scrub (while bathing) improves the penetration of the crème into the skin. Other clients have told us that they have had faster results by applying the crème to the skin and leaving it there for five minutes before rubbing it in.
Q. How long does it take to see the results of using Striae?
A. For most users, it takes from 4 to 6 weeks to regenerate the weakened skin and see results. Some clients have seen results after only a few days, but on average, it takes at least a month.
Q. Will my stretch marks disappear completely?
A. It is not possible to completely remove stretch marks because they are essentially small scars of torn skin. It is possible, however, for the ridges to smooth out and the associated redness or whiteness to fade to the point that they are hardly visible.
Q. Does it matter how old my stretch marks are?
A. Stretch marks that are less than 7 years old are more sensitive to Striae® Stretch Mark Crème, but the crème still works on older stretch marks. These older marks will need a longer application, so if you have had your stretch marks for more than seven years, we recommend that you wait at least 6 weeks before expecting to see results of using Striae.
Q. Why is the clinical study important?
A. There are many products on the market today that supposedly treat stretch marks. The clinical study proves the effectiveness of Striae® Stretch Mark Crème in treating stretch marks. You should not trust a product that does not have scientific support of its effectiveness.
Q. When should I stop using Striae crème?
A. Striae® Stretch Mark Crème continues to improve stretch marks with extended use. The results you have with the crème are permanent; stopping its application will not undo the improvement. Some of our customers have seen continued improvement after using Striae® Stretch Mark Crème for more than a year. We therefore recommend that you continue to use the crème until you see no further improvement in the appearance of your stretch marks.
Q. Does Striae crème work for everyone who uses it?
A. Striae crème works for most people, but the crème has not helped reduce the appearance of stretch marks in certain cases. We are uncertain why this occurs with some people. We offer a money back guarantee if the product does not work for you.
Q. Are there any side effects?
A. No. Many clients have found that their skin becomes smoother because of the moisturizing elements in Striae crème. In a few cases, stretch marks may appear more red after the first few days of use. Dr. Moy believes that this initial redness/reaction signals an active circulation in the damaged area and the start of the regeneration process. Therefore, it is not necessary to cease application if this occurs. We use only natural and botanical ingredients, so users should not experience an allergic reaction. Please see the ingredients below before using the product to double check that you are not allergic to any of our ingredients.
Q. What are the ingredients?
A. Striae® Stretch Mark Crème is made of 100% natural ingredients. Here is the complete list of ingredients: Purified Water (Agua), Persea Gratissima Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Chelates, Putentilla Erecta Extract, Centela Asiatica Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Hybrid Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Oil, Glycolic Acid, Jojoba (Buxus Cinesis) Oil, Cyclomethicone, DEA-Cetly, Phosphate, Sclerotium Gum, Emulsifying WaxNF, Glyceryl Stearate And PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Squalane, Stearic Acid Shea Butter (Butyrospermun Parkii), Magnesium Alluminum Silicate, Hydrogenated Lecithin Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol and Ceramide III, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Fragrance, Diazolidnyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Q. Does Striae crème help scars or wrinkles?
A. Satisfied customers have indicated that new surgical scars have improved with the use of the crème. Striae® Stretch Mark Crème can remove some of the redness of new scars if it is applied shortly after the wound heals. Some clients have also reported success using the crème to remove small wrinkles.
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