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Body Medical Cosmetics for Stretch Treatments

03 March 2023




Cantabria Labs has just launched two new products from the Elancyl brand, which aim to prevent and correct one of the biggest body concerns that have the most impact on self-esteem: stretch marks!

 

WHAT ARE STRETCH MARKS?


 

Stretch marks result from alteration or atrophy of the connective tissue of the skin, due to localized narrowing and skin sagging.

WHY DO THEY APPEAR?


 

These skin changes are mainly due to hormonal disorders and the physical distension of the skin, caused by fluctuations in body weight or the practice of excessive strength training.

WHAT IS THE APPEARANCE?


 

Stretch marks resemble scars, which appear gradually, in the form of linear stripes that do not disappear spontaneously. They usually have a purple-pink hue at the beginning (inflammatory phase) and over time they turn white (scarring phase).

Qual a aparência?(1) INFLAMMATORY PHASE (RECENT)
(2) CICATRICIAL PHASE (LATE)

 

THE IMPORTANCE OF PREVENTION


 

Stretch marks can be prevented, whatever the reason of their appearance. The goal is to provide the skin with sufficient elastic capacity to allow controlled distension caused by the increase in the volume of the underlying tissues.

In the specific case of pregnancy, prevention works in 90% of cases, as it ensures that the skin is in its best condition to resist hormonal factors and skin distension. The products must contain ingredients that stimulate the production of collagen fibers and that have a moisturizing and nourishing action. Massage is very important to increase local microcirculation and the consequent absorption of active ingredients.

HOW TO TREAT?


 

Treating and correcting stretch marks is possible, but the results depend on the following factors:

  • Age and size
  • Coloring
  • Orientation

It should be taken into account that a stretch mark in the healing phase, which has already existed for a long time, will never be eliminated with a dermocosmetic treatment, so prevention is the key.

On the other hand, if the strech is in an inflammatory phase (pink coloration is a sign of vascularization), the probability of successful treatment is greater. In these cases, the use of products that stimulate the production of collagen and elastin fibers is indicated, with repairing ingredients that activate tissue regeneration, replacing altered structures and improving skin oxygenation and hydration.

Some proven ingredients:

  • Topical retinoids
  • Glycolic acid and other AHAs
  • Centella asiatica
ELANCYL CREME PREVENÇÃO ESTRIAS

Anti-stretch marks daily prevention cream, which can be used by pregnant women, teenagers and in situations of weight fluctuation

It contains ingredients that favor the production of collagen and elastin – panthenol, organic silica and algisium – with a consequent improvement in the skin's healing processes. At the same time, it guarantees deep and lasting hydration of the skin, thanks to the presence of safflower oil and sweet almond oil.

It should be applied 1 to 2 times a day in fragile areas (chest, abdominal area, thighs, hips and buttocks), through a massage with circular movements to activate microcirculation.

 


ELANCYL GELCREME CORREÇÃO INTENSIVA ESTRIAS

Anti-stretch mark correction gel, ideal to act on the most recent stretch marks, which normally have a more purplish color.

It has a unique combination of ingredients: Glycolic Acid 15% for exfoliation and skin regeneration, Bakuchiol and Organic Silica that act in the production of collagen and elastin fibers, and Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol for a smoothing and repairing action. It can be used by teenagers, in situations of weight fluctuation and in postpartum women who are not breastfeeding or who have already finished breastfeeding.

It should be applied 1 to 2 times a day, on the affected areas and, ideally, make a circular massage to activate the microcirculation.

 

Elancyl

Estudo clínico sob controlo dermatológico. 22 mulheres com estrias vermelhas na zona abdominal, 28 dias de utilização duas vezes por dia. Dados em ficheiro.




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