Stretch marks will occur due to sudden changes in body size, especially in the dermis layer. It appears as visible fine lines in pink, purple or red marks and thereby fades to thin silvery white or gray color on the skin surface. These are termed as left-over marks of rectifying the damage caused by tearing of dermal layer of the skin.
Sudden weight gain or loss, heredity, stress, pregnancy, usage of certain medications, physical changes, puberty, poor diet, body building, etc. are some of the factors that cause stretch marks. The most common areas where the stretch marks appear on the skin are stomach, thighs, arms, hips and other fat deposited areas of the skin etc.
Although stretch marks are not any serious health problem but it makes you feel embarrassing and self – conscious about the appearance. Also, these marks can’t be removed completely from the skin but can be easily faded to mix it with your skin tone.
Rather than using cosmetic procedures like creams, medications, laser therapies and other surgeries, just give a trial to natural remedies which are safe and cost effective with long lasting results. Baking soda is an amazing natural home remedy for stretch marks with its excellent skin care benefits.
Does Baking Soda work on Stretch Marks?
Baking soda not only used for cooking purpose but it has many excellent properties, which help to clear many health and beauty problems. Here we are going to know how it works to get rid of stretch marks.
- Baking soda act as a natural exfoliant that helps to remove the dead skin cells to reveal younger cells underneath and reduces the damage caused due to skin stretching.
- It has an excellent skin whitening and bleaching property that fades away these marks at a faster rate.
- It encourages the growth of collagen to clear these scars and thereby helps in shedding the dead skin and promotes new skin’s growth.
- It has antioxidant property that helps to fight against the free radicals which further damage the skin and prevents stretch marks.
How to use Baking Soda for Stretch Marks:
Is these ugly stretch marks on your stomach and arms embarrassing you and keeping you away from wearing your favorite dress? Then you’re in desperate to know how to get rid of stretch marks? You just follow the below-mentioned baking soda methods to fade these stretch marks on the skin.
Method – 1: (Baking Soda)
Baking soda with water is an excellent combination that was widely used to treat stretch marks and other scars on the skin.
Steps to be followed…
- Add 1 teaspoon each of baking soda and body wash on a clean washcloth.
- Fold the cloth and rub this mix with your hands together till they mixed thoroughly.
- When you come out of the shower then use this cloth to scrub the stretch marks gently in circular motion.
- Here the hard particles of baking soda help to exfoliate the skin and the body wash moisturizes, cleans and nourishes the skin.
- Do scrubbing for few minutes and rinse it off with water.
- Continue doing the same process for 2 – 3 times a week to get rid of these stretch marks on the skin.
Note: Alternatively, mix some sea salt and baking soda in little of water to make it as a scrub mix. Use it to scrub the stretch marks for 2 – 3 minutes and continue to fade away them.
Method – 2: (Baking Soda with Lemon Juice)
Both baking soda and lemon help to exfoliate the skin to clear dead skin cells which further reduces the appearance of stretch marks. This combination also helps to bleach the skin to reduce the redness on the affected areas and thus makes it less visible.
Steps to be followed…
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice in 1 – 2 tablespoons of baking soda.
- Stir it well to make a fine paste and then apply this paste on the stretch marks affected skin areas.
- Let it sit for few minutes to dry naturally.
- After that, use a clean wet cloth to wipe out the mix.
- Repeat the same process regularly to lighten up the stretch marks on the skin.
Note:
- Or simply wrap the baking soda and lime paste applied area with a plastic bag. Let it sit for 30 minutes by holding some hot compress or hot water bottle and rinse with normal water.
- Also, add some turmeric powder to this paste before applying to get rid of stretch marks.
- Or use lemon juice skin wraps that are mixed with baking soda to prevent stretch marks.
Method – 3: (Baking Soda with Olive Oil)
Scrubbing and exfoliating are the best technique to remove the dead cells and make the skin soft and supple. So, this process helps to exfoliate the skin and fade away the stretch marks.
Steps to be followed…
- Add some olive oil in 1 – 2 tablespoons of baking soda in a bowl.
- Stir well to make it a paste and apply it on the stretch marks.
- Scrub it gently for few minutes by using a bathing loofah in circular motions while taking your bath.
- After that, rinse the area with water and pat dry the skin.
- Do the same process regularly until you got cleared these stretch marks on the skin.
Tips and Precautions:
- Simply gently rub baking soda with a loofah when you’re having a warm bath to get rid of dead cells and fade stretch marks. Also, have a light massage with vitamin E oil after drying the skin.
- After few applications of baking soda, you will definitely notice the difference between before and after treatment for stretch marks.
- Stay hydrated by drinking at least 10 glass of water per day which helps to maintain the moisture and elasticity of the skin.
- Also, apply a light moisturizer after done with the baking soda to prevent the skin from dryness and make it smooth and soft.
- Regular exercise, healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, stress less, sleep for about 7 – 8 hours, etc. will help to get rid of stretch marks.
That’s all for now about Baking Soda for Stretch Marks. Hope you’ll try these methods in fading your stretch marks but don’t forget to share your experience with us.
Can I do these while pregnant or do I need to wait until after?
No, you should not use baking soda or any remedy for treating your stretch marks while you’re pregnant.
has anyone actually done any of these and it works?
Let me try to use
Use it on regular basis for best results but don’t forget to apply a light moisturizer after its use.
Can you use it if you are a teenager?
During puberty, most of the girls and guys experience stretch marks, as they grow or gains weight quickly (physiological changes in the body). You can use these baking soda methods to relieve your stretch marks but make sure to apply moisturizer after every usage.
Can stretch marks older than 3 yrs be treated?
Yes, You can fade those stretch marks which are older than 3 years by using baking soda methods. You can also go through this link to lighten your stretch marks effectively. Also, make sure to exfoliate and moisturize the area regularly.
http://diyremedies.org/?s=stretch+marks
How many days you will doing this procedures?
The time depends on your skin type and the healing capacity of your skin. Here Stretch marks are not completely cleared but they can be faded on the skin.
I have dark skin and on top of it I have white a year old stretch marks on my calves,thighs,breasts, hips. Will it go or fade so that it’s noticeable with baking soda and olive oil?
You can use baking soda methods to get rid of your dark skin and also to fade your stretch marks. Be sure while applying baking soda on the calves, thighs, hips or breast areas, as it causes some stinging sensation. So, apply moisturizer after using baking soda.
You can also use aloe vera gel, Coffee or sugar scrubs, coconut oil or castor oil massages on the stretch marks affected areas to fade them and also to lighten your dark skin.
I’ve almost tried evrythng nothing is working😢 i dnt evn hv a boyfriend bcz im ashamed of my body stretch marks are all ovr my thighs booty nd legs i dnt wear shorts or skirt this is rly killng me i need help i rly rly need hlp some1 plz hlp me i hate my body 😢😢 this is rly killng my confidence someday i wsh i could be like others nd wear whatever i want when its summer 💔
You can use aloe vera gel or coffee scrub regularly to fade away your stretch marks. The best way is to exfoliate and moisturize the area for the collagen production and thereby to fade away your stretch marks.
It’s really effective…try it on the face also and the result was great!
I have white 4 years old stretch marks on my back, i use aleo vera with vitamin e this is best ingredients for remove the stretch marks
Hey how do you apply it
Please how can l use baking soda to remove stretch marks
You can simply follow any of the above mentioned baking soda remedies mentioned in this article regularly. Make sure to moisturize your skin after using baking soda on the skin for best results.
I have white streach marks can i use baking with cocoa butter to fade them
Yes, you can. Make sure to repeat the process regularly until you achieve the results.
I’m 7 months pregnant and want to know if I can use the baking soda method and what other ingredients that will be safe for baby and I .
No, without consulting your doctor, you should not use baking soda methods.
I he purple stretch mark how can I remove them pld
You can try 2 or 3 rd method mentioned in the above article.
will this stuff really work because i don’t wanna try and its not saffe
Yes, it works in fading away the stretch marks. Baking soda has exfoliating property, which removes the dead skin cells and allows the growth of new cells. It also helps in reducing the scars and skin damage. Baking soda is safe to use, because it is enriched with anti oxidants that fights against the free radicals, which are responsible for skin damage.
Hi dear
Please which of your methods is very effective?
Though all the methods mentioned in our article are effective for fast results you can go with our first method.