WHAT ARE STRETCH MARKS?
Stretch marks are a kind of scar that appears when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly, leading to a tear in the collagen and elastin. The skin does what it is good at and heals! Except when it heals from this kind of abrupt change, stretch marks can appear.
WHO GETS THEM?
Not everyone is prone to developing these marks on their skin. You're much more likely to get them if you have been through something that causes your hormones to fluctuate or if there are others in your family who also have stretch marks.
The following times are when you have the highest chance of gaining stretch marks:
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Last month, we held a free breakfast event on ‘The Future Of Your Child’s Education’, sponsored by Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, South View School and Blossom Nursery.
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SPORTS INJURIES IN KIDS
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Check out the Belgian brand that's elevating homes in the region with a great ethos of sustainable luxury.
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