You're probably here because you don't want to look like a Zebra. We get it. Stretch marks can be horrible. But here's the thing: men and women both have to deal with problem of stretch marks.

Some common causes of stretch marks are hormonal changes, changes in skin cells, and physical stretching of skin. Puberty and weight are also major factors that result in stretch marks.

If your parents had stretch marks, chances are you might have them too. 

Stretch marks usually happen on the buttocks, calves, back, or thighs. 

Stretch marks have a two-step development. Firstly, red and purple jagged lines start to appear on the skin area that have been stretched. Then, the skin may start to feel raised and itchy. Eventually, these marks fade to become marks that have no color. They just look like scars on the skin that don't feel like anything except you might want to get rid of them and here's how you can do that. 

1. Aloe Vera Gel

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One of the most common home remedies include using aloe vera gel to calm and soothe the area with stretch marks. It certainly calms the skin and lets it breathe. 

2. Coconut Oil

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Another remedy is using coconut oil on the regular. The oil has soothing properties that constantly repairs the damaged skin cells.

3. Bio Oil 

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Bio Oil is the elixir for stretch marks and scars. With daily use, you'll immediately see substantial improvement with your stretch marks. 

4. Mamaearth Essential Body Oil

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This essential oil will keep your skin smooth and supple and at the same time work on those annoying stretch marks.

5. Nykaa Naturals Tea Tree Essential Oil

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This oil reduces skin pigmentation and scarring and adds a natural sheen to the skin.

6. Biotique Bio Carrot Seed After-Bath Body Oil

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This essential oil is blended with pure carrot seed, almond and ground nut oil, mixed with walnut and Indian butter, to keep the skin soft, supple and free from dry lines and wrinkles and stretch marks.