Stretch marks are common, but with consistent care using shea butter, you can improve skin elasticity and reduce their appearance naturally. Here's how to use this nourishing butter effectively. Tap to check!
PURE SHEA BUTTER
Straight shea butter when applied consistently will keep the skin moisturized and will eventually eliminate stretch marks and will also improve elasticity.
SHEA BUTTER AND VITAMIN E
Add Vitamin E oil to shea butter for better healing of skin. This combination facilitates the rejuvenation of skin cells and diminishes the appearance of stretch marks.
SHEA BUTTER WITH COCONUT OIL
Shea butter mixed with coconut oil not only provides deep moisture, but also the essential fatty acids that are so vital in preventing stretch marks.
SHEA BUTTER WITH ALOE VERA
Shea butter combined with aloe vera gel has healing properties and helps to repair skin tissue, so it would be an excellent thing to use to avoid and diminish stretch marks.
SHEA BUTTER MASSAGE
Applying shea butter and massaging it into the problem areas increases blood flow and makes the skin feel a lot better and after a while stretch marks don't seem as bad.
SHEA BUTTER AND SUGAR SCRUB
Make a sugar scrub with shea butter to slough off those dead skin cells. This helps to promote new skin growth and gradually eliminates stretch marks.
LAVENDER OIL
Lavender oil mixed with shea butter makes a good stretch mark cream, it also relaxation. Lavender is soothing and helps to heal the skin and make the stretch marks less noticeable.
STUDY FINDINGS
According to a study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), regular application of moisturisers rich in fatty acids, like shea butter, improves skin elasticity and reduces the appearance of stretch marks over time.
CONCLUSION
Shea butter effectively hydrates and fades stretch marks with consistent use. Consult a dermatologist for personalised advice.