Stretch marks form when skin is stretched faster than it can keep up with — common during growth spurts, pregnancy, or weight changes — tearing the deeper collagen and elastin layers as the skin stretches past its normal elasticity. They’re extremely common and treatable to varying degrees, though how much improvement is realistic depends on how old and how deep the marks are, which is exactly what a consultation is for.
Here’s the treatment that’s most often part of a stretch mark plan.
No treatment fully erases stretch marks, but their texture and appearance can often improve with the right approach. We’ll set realistic expectations for your specific marks at a consultation before recommending anything.
It varies from person to person and depends on how your skin responds along the way. Most stretch mark plans involve a series of sessions rather than a single visit — we’ll map out what makes sense for you at your consultation.
Generally, yes — newer marks tend to respond a bit more readily than marks that have been there for years, though individual results vary quite a bit. We’ll take a look at yours and talk through what to expect at a consultation.
Generally, yes — we adjust intensity and settings based on your skin, and we’ll flag anything to consider before you start. We can walk through what’s appropriate for your skin tone at your consultation.
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