Why is StretchOff™ So Effective?

StretchOff™ is a breakthrough proprietary supplement that effectively combines the most powerful and extensively researched ingredients, giving you a unique and effective treatment to combat stretch marks. Every single ingredient in StretchOff™ was hand-picked by a team of medical doctors and scientific researchers, based on clinical data and designed to help fade and prevent stretch marks more effectively than any other stretch mark treatment available.

StretchOff™ contains ingredients that meet the strength and purity standards of the USP/NF (United States Pharmacopeia–National Formulary). Each ingredient was carefully researched and included based on clinical data. No other product comes close to in terms of quality and purity of ingredients.

Recommended Usage: Apply StretchOff™ repair gel three or four times during the day and StretchOff™ skin rejuvenation cream in the morning and again in the evening, before bed.

Information on Stretch Marks

Stretch marks, also known as striae/gravidarum, are a type of skin scarring that affects the layers of human skin - the internal layer (dermis) and the external layer (epidermis). They are a unique type of scar because they only involve the dermis as there is no break in the epidermis itself. They are known to occur during times of rapid growth such as puberty, pregnancy, excessive weight gain, or even with weightlifting.

What Are Stretch Marks?

Stretch marks can occur as a natural result of the skin stretching during many phases of life, from puberty to pregnancy. Most women and men will develop stretch marks at some time throughout their lives. Stretch marks develop from tears in the dermis layer of the skin, leaving internal skin damage with an external visual scar. Some of the body parts susceptible to stretch marks include the stomach, hips and thigh, breast, upper and underarm, lower back, legs, buttocks and shoulders among others. Stretch marks can be categorized in two distinctive classes: red and white stretch marks (some make the distinction between new and old).

Red stretch marks, also called pink stretch marks by some people, represent the initial stage of a stretch mark formation of any kind. When the skin is stretched, for example due to pregnancy or weight gain, red or pink lines appear beneath the skin surface due to injured fiber tissue. The red stretch marks however change color as the scarring heals and the inflammation reduces. Red stretch marks can be treated and made to fade with effective treatment, due to their immaturity.

White stretch marks are old red or pink stretch marks that have altered to a silvery color. White stretch marks are resistant to some of the stretch mark treatments. They may fail to disappear completely or will take a long time for them to fade. Scientifically proven stretch mark products containing proven ingredients will provide the most effective method of fading and preventing these difficult to remove scars.

Basically, red, pink or purple stretch marks are considered new, (typically less than a year old). Marks that are older than a year usually appear as silvery or white. Dermatologists usually consider red or purple stretch marks easier to treat, because the skin is still in the process of trying to heal. Most dermatologists suggest regular ongoing daily treatment to promote elasticity and increased moisture content in the skin.

What are the Causes of Stretch Marks?

The theory behind different types of stretch marks is not definitive, however, there are two major theories for why they appear. It is believed that they develop for several different reasons which may include the tissue beneath the skin growing faster than the skin itself or a hormonal imbalance. They are more likely to develop during pregnancy, adolescence and when a person is in physical training.

Human skin consists of three layers: the dermis, epidermis and the subcutis. The middle layer, the dermis, consists of large amounts of collagen, which plays a role in keeping the skin firm. The theory that is most widely accepted about stretch mark formation is that, in any period of rapid growth, collagen production isn't always able to keep up with the extreme stretching of skin. The dermis can sometimes tears and loses its elasticity, resulting in discolored scarring of the skin, or a stretch mark. The dermis layer, contains elastin fibers, which are responsible for the production of collagen which affects the skin's elasticity and firmness. Usually when the skin gets overstretched the dermis layer (which lies between the epidermis and hypodermis) is susceptible to tearing, which in turn may affect the effective production of collagen, negatively affecting the skin's natural ability to return to its original position. This then results in stretch marks appearing on the surface of the skin.

While the skin-stretching theory is commonly accepted, some experts argue that a hormone called glucocorticoid could be responsible. The body produces this hormone in high concentration in adolescents, pregnant women, bodybuilders and the obese. Some experts believe that this hormone prevents collagen from forming, causing a reduction in elasticity. Thus, it is possible that the stretch marks is caused by the hormone increase, rather than the growth itself.

Growth spurts in adolescents or sudden weight gain have been known to cause stretch marks. Most often, they occur where fat is usually stored. Some typical areas for growth-spurt related types of stretch marks include the back, top of the arms, breasts, hips and inside of the thighs. Some studies demonstrate that as many as 70% of adolescent girls and 40% of adolescent boys are affected by striae.

Bodybuilding or weightlifting can also lead to stretch mark development. In these cases, marks usually appear on the muscles that are growing/developing, such as the biceps or calves. Body builders who use steroids, such as cortisone, are especially susceptible to these types of stretch marks.

Perhaps the most common group affected by stretch marks are pregnant women. stretch marks appear usually around the third trimester and as the baby grows inside, the uterus expands and the skin is stretched very tightly over the abdomen. Additionally, a woman's breast size will also increase in preparation for breastfeeding. Studies suggest that anywhere between 70 to 90% of pregnant women will develop stretch marks. They are considered a completely normal part of pregnancy, although most women dread developing them.

Other causes can include genetic susceptibility from conditions such as Cushing's disease and adrenal disorders, whose symptoms include skin conditions that can lead to stretch marks.

How To Treat Stretch Marks?

For some people, stretch marks are devastating, they are unsightly and can affect a person's self confidence drastically even so far as to influence the clothes they wear and how they live their life. Therefore, these skin imperfections make many people seek effective ways of how to get rid of stretch marks and stop them returning ever again.

Most types of stretch marks usually fade in time, but they are unlikely to disappear entirely unless you nourish and repair the skin to keep it supple, encouraging healthy skin cell turnover and stimulating collagen growth so that the scar tissue eventually goes away. These oils must be massaged in a circular motion into the skin, daily. Eating a balanced diet (plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains) rich in vitamins and nutrients can help to lessen stretch marks as well.

References:

1 - https://www.asds.net/_PublicResources.aspx?id=8226

2 - //www.medicinenet.com/stretch_marks/article.htm

3 - //www.nhs.uk/conditions/Stretch-marks/Pages/Introduction.aspx

StretchOff™ - Frequently Asked Questions:

What makes StretchOff™ more effective than other stretch mark treatment?

Only StretchOff™ offers a ' 2-step dual action repair gel and rejuvenating cream' treatment utilizing the ultimate blend of clinically proven ingredients to treat both the dermis and epidermis layers of the skin.

StretchOff™ dual action system combines a silicone repair gel and a rejuvenating cream: the gel consists of a 100% medical grade silicone formula that combines 3 different high quality silicone, which is applied first to trap moisture inside the skin, promoting internal repair by generating inner skin cell renewal while also soothing damaged skin to reduce the redness of any new stretch marks. In addition, StretchOff™ provides a skin rejuvenating cream that works in conjunction with the gel. When applied, the cream nourishes the surface layer of the skin, the dermis, providing essential healing nutrients which are needed to fade the stretch marks, rejuvenate the skin's outer layer and renew elasticity, preventing new stretch marks from occurring.

By combining these products, StretchOff™ has been able to create a superior stretch mark removal and prevention system that works faster and is more effective than any other product on the market.

Can StretchOff™ be used to prevent stretch marks from occurring?
Yes, definitely. It has been designed to specifically promote skin elasticity which will prevent the onslaught of stretch marks from occurring. In addition, the repair gel soothes and reduces inflammation of any new stretch marks. Since StretchOff™ is made of all natural ingredients, it is both encouraged and safe for long term use.

How long should I use StretchOff™ ?
You can use StretchOff™ to get rid of existing stretch marks, reduce redness and inflammation from new marks, nourish skin to promote elasticity to prevent them from occurring and promote internal and external skin cell renewal. This product should be used daily to ensure future skin damage is minimized. StretchOff™ is both a short and long term treatment. For optimum benefits use daily and consistently.

What makes up the ingredients of StretchOff™ ?
The ingredients in StretchOff™ can be found on our How It Works page. You can go there to read more about each of the quality natural herbal ingredients.

Why is StretchOff™ not available in stores?
We have chosen to make StretchOff™ available exclusively online, so that we are able to reach more people and maintain control of distribution and customer service. We want to be hands on with our customers if there's a problem; we lose that personal touch when the product is sold in stores.

Can I see the label of StretchOff™
Of course! Please click here to see our gel label, or click here to see our cream label

Can I use StretchOff™ with my prescription medications?
StretchOff™ has been formulated using only the purest natural ingredients. For the most part, there is no interference with most medications. But if you have any concerns, we always recommend you consult with your doctor.

If it does not work for me and I want to return it, what do I do?
Not a problem - there is a 60 day money back guarantee. We ask that you call customer service to get your return authorization number. If you do decide to return the bottles, you must return all of the bottles, so do not throw any of them away. Please do not ship products to us after the 60 day period has expired. If you send only a portion of the bottles back, you will receive a partial refund.

Questions about Shipping StretchOff™ :

How soon will my order arrive?
If you choose regular shipping, StretchOff™ is shipped by US Postal Service First Class Mail. If you place your order before 10:00am EST, it will be shipped out on the day it is ordered. If you place your order after 10:00am EST, it will be sent out the next morning. Your order should arrive within 3 to 5 business days within the USA. All orders received after 10:00am on Friday or on the weekend will be shipped out promptly Monday morning.

We also offer FedEx 2 day delivery, as well as next day shipping. FedEx shipments will be sent out the same day, as long as the order is received by 10:00am EST. You can learn more about shipping options on the checkout page.

What kind of package will it arrive in?
We always ship discreetly to protect the privacy of our customer. StretchOff™ is shipped in plain packaging with no external information that identifies the product purchased.

How secure is it to order StretchOff™ online?
Very secure. We use the strongest data encryption Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology available. SSL technology is the industry standard for encryption, and ensures a secure transaction environment for commerce on the internet.

Do you ship to Canada?
Yes, we have many customers in Canada; it just takes longer to get there, about 1 to 2 weeks for regular mail. If you order it using the FedEx amount, it will take 4 to 6 days.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we can ship to any country. You can learn more about shipping options on the checkout page.