What to do if stretch marks are itchy

Many women find stretch marks on their abdomen, thighs and other parts of their body after giving birth, and they are very itchy. Some pregnant mothers may also feel itchy stretch marks on their bodies in the later stages of pregnancy. When stretch marks become itchy, people will scratch them subconsciously, which will inevitably affect the quality of sleep in daily life. If large spots of stretch marks appear, this is likely a symptom of urticaria. At this time, you must go to the hospital for treatment in time.

1. What to do if stretch marks are itchy

1. Scratching is not recommended

If you keep scratching it because it itches, it will not help relieve the itch at all. It may even cause an itchy feeling, which will torture you endlessly and make you exhausted and miserable.

2. Apply moisturizing lotion or olive oil

Generally speaking, pregnant mothers are advised to apply some moisturizing lotion, olive oil, or massage cream when they feel itchy. As long as it can effectively soothe and relieve the symptoms of itching, try not to scratch it constantly with your hands.

3. Scrub the itchy stretch marks with salt water or vinegar

Both vinegar and salt have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. The acidic substances and aldehyde compounds contained in vinegar can dilate capillaries, stimulate the skin, and can effectively relieve the skin itching caused by stretch marks.

4. Rinse the stretch marks with alternating hot and cold water

Every time you take a shower, use alternating hot and cold water to rinse the area with stretch marks. Cold water can enhance the nutrition of the skin and promote sebum secretion, making the skin appear white, smooth and elastic. Hot water can promote local blood circulation and relieve itching symptoms.

5. Massage correctly. For example, for breast massage, start from the cleavage and use your fingertips to gently draw circles from bottom to top and from inside to outside until you reach the neck. For back massage, push from the center of the spine to both sides with both hands 10 times.

2. What to eat to get rid of stretch marks

1. Pig's trotters contain more protein, fat, carbohydrates, as well as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, vitamins A, D, E, K and other ingredients. Not only that, hoof skin and tendons are also rich in collagen protein, which can effectively deal with stretch marks. Moreover, pig's trotters can not only prevent and treat skin dryness and wrinkles, but also enhance skin elasticity and toughness, which is of special significance in delaying aging.

2. The vitamin E rich in soybeans can destroy the chemical activity of free radicals, which can not only inhibit skin aging, but also increase skin elasticity and prevent pigmentation on the skin. Vitamins and proteins are the source of beautifying the skin and moisturizing the face, and are the indispensable material basis for human health and beauty. Soybeans are rich in vitamins A, B, D, E and a variety of essential amino acids that cannot be synthesized by the human body. Therefore, eating soybeans regularly can make the skin delicate, fair and moisturized, and effectively prevent the appearance of stretch marks.