Stretch marks affect many people at some point in their lives. These marks, which appear as streaks or lines on your skin, most often appear in places like your abdomen, thighs, hips, and arms.
Stretch marks pose no health risks, but they can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. And if you’re wondering whether there’s anything you can do to get rid of them, you’re not alone.
We’re here to tell you that you don’t have to live with stretch marks. At Elite Women’s Care, we specialize in Secret™ RF to reduce stretch marks and give you the smoother, more even-toned skin you want. Here’s what you need to know.
The medical term for stretch marks is striae, and they’re actually a type of scar that forms when your skin stretches or shrinks rapidly. This rapid change makes the collagen and elastin fibers in your skin break, and as they heal, stretch marks form.
Stretch marks often start out in shades of red, purple, or pink, then fade to a lighter color over time. There are several common causes, including:
Pregnancy, in particular, is one of the most common causes of stretch marks, and up to 90% of pregnant women get them. As your skin stretches to accommodate your growing baby, you might notice stretch marks appearing on your abdomen, breasts, and thighs.
While stretch marks are incredibly common, they can be a source of frustration. Some people turn to topical creams or oils in an attempt to reduce their appearance, but these treatments often provide minimal results.
For more noticeable improvement, advanced treatments like Secret RF can offer a more effective solution.
Secret RF is an innovative treatment that combines two powerful technologies: microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) energy. Together, microneedling and RF work to rejuvenate your skin from the inside out, which helps reduce the appearance of stretch marks and improve your overall skin texture.
Microneedling involves using a device with fine needles to create micro-injuries in your skin. The tiny punctures stimulate your body's natural healing process, prompting the production of new collagen and elastin.
Collagen is a key protein that provides structure and elasticity to your skin, and microneedling helps smooth out the uneven texture of stretch marks.
Radiofrequency energy complements microneedling by delivering heat to the deeper layers of your skin. The heat further stimulates collagen production and promotes skin tightening.
Since Secret RF combines microneedling and RF, it targets both the surface and deeper layers of your skin in one treatment.
We customize your Secret RF treatment based on your skin type and the severity of your stretch marks. Each session takes about 20 minutes, and most people need a series of treatments to achieve the best results.
The procedure is minimally invasive, with little to no downtime, so you can get back to your daily routine quickly after treatment. You begin to see improvements after just one session, with optimal results after completing your treatment program as scheduled.
If stretch marks are affecting your confidence, know that you don’t have to live with them forever. Secret RF offers a safe and effective way to reduce their appearance and restore smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
Find out if you’re a good candidate with a consultation at Elite Women’s Care in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Call us at 847-327-0176 or book online now.
