Many people associate stretch marks only with pregnancy or being overweight, but this isn't necessarily true. Children and teens sometimes get stretch marks as a result of rapid growth, and so do weight lifters (both men and women). That's why so many people ask the question - 'is there a way to eliminate stretchmarks? Here are the facts:

Skin is normally elastic like a rubber band. When a rubber band is stretched too far, though, it snaps. Similarly, when skin is stretched too far, it tears. Because the underlying layers of skin actually tear, then form a scar, it's nearly impossible to eliminate stretch marks completely. However, the best stretch mark treatments can fade the scars, making them less obvious, and/or practically invisible.

One approach is to apply topical treatments, like creams, oils, or lotions, regularly. These creams contain ingredients that exfoliate, or remove dead outer skin layers, which helps to fade the scars.

Some companies offer products that are combinations of essential oils or 'miracle creams' that actually heal the scars and cause them to disappear. In reality, though, while some creams can decrease the brightness or help the scars fade, the products don't entirely eliminate stretch marks. A product that actually helps tighten the skin, as well as offering a fading element is the best bet.

Medical treatments are also sometimes promoted to help eliminate stretchmarks. The most dangerous way to try this is abdominoplasty. This procedure involves the removal of a tiny amount of fat along with stretched skin on the stomach area. This usually helps only with persons who have just a little extra body fat and are only slightly overweight.

With dermabrasion, a non-surgical treatment option, the superficial skin layer is removed. This removal, which is also known as exfoliation, requires the removal of the dead skin, which causes fading, but fails to totally eliminate stretchmarks.

The reviews on laser treatments are mixed. Some people say that laser treatments can decrease the intensity of stretch marks by as much as 50 percent, while others say that they are much less effective than this. Most laser surgeons and other doctors, though, agree that current laser treatment procedures won't entirely eliminate stretchmarks either.

Avoid getting stretch marks as much as possible by keeping skin healthy and maintaining a healthy body weight. However, if you're already beyond this, consider different ways to EliminateStretchmarks.Also, drink plenty of water; this will help to flush pores and keep the skin hydrated. Use quality lotions and creams for moisturizing, and use firming elements to keep the skin elastic so that stretch marks don't develop.