How Centella Asiatica helps prevent stretch marks
Stretch marks, or striae, occur when the skin is stretched rapidly, causing collagen and elastin in the skin to rupture. As the skin heals deep red or purple lines may appear and unfortunately they never completely disappear (although with time they often fade to white). Stretch marks are very common in pregnancy, in fact 80% of pregnant women get them at some time during those nine months! Teenagers are also very prone to stetch marks, as are body builders and those with a genetic tendency to get them.
Until Secret Saviours came along very little could be done to prevent stretch marks. Creams, gels and oils alone can’t prevent them completely – they can keep your skin supple and some contain collagen boosting ingredients which can help minimise stretch marks, but research has proven that none of them are able to completely stop the skin tearing in the dermis.
Our preventionwear is innovative textile technology, printed with raised pads that gently grip the skin – equalising pressure as it stretches and blocking the path of stretch marks as they try to rip downwards. When accompanied by our Day Gel (to help the pads grip the skin better) and Night Cream (blended with hormone balancing ingredients) our 3-step system helps 82% of women prevent stretch marks!
But there’s more to our Gel and Cream than meets the eye!
The magic ingredient in both is the South East Asian herb Centella Asiatica, also known as Goto Kola. This completely natural ingredient has many uses, which you can read about in the panel below. But we’re interested its ability to boost collagen production and rejuvenate the skin.
Whilst we know boosting collagen can’t prevent stretch marks without the help of our textile technology – it can keep your skin in good shape, allowing Secret Saviours preventionwear to work even better.
Here’s how Centella Asiatica can help prevent your skin tearing
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Improve Skin Elasticity
Collagen and Elastin: Collagen is a protein that provides structural support to the skin, while elastin allows the skin to stretch and return to its original shape. Increasing collagen production enhances the skin’s elasticity and resilience, making it better equipped to handle stretching without developing marks.
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Support Skin Integrity
Stronger Skin Structure: Higher levels of collagen strengthen the dermal layer of the skin. This improved skin structure can better withstand the stretching forces and reduce the likelihood of developing stretch marks.
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Enhance Skin Repair
Accelerated Healing: When the skin stretches and small micro tears occur, an increase in collagen helps repair these areas more effectively. Faster and more efficient repair processes reduce the severity and visibility of any stretch marks that appear.
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Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation Control: Collagen-boosting treatments have anti-inflammatory properties. Reducing inflammation around the stretched skin can help prevent the formation of stretch marks and support overall skin health.
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Promote Even Skin Tone
Even Skin Texture: Collagen helps in maintaining an even skin tone and texture. By ensuring a more uniform structure, it can help reduce the appearance of existing stretch marks and prevent new ones from forming.
Here’s how Secret Saviours 3-step system works:
Other health benefits of Centella Asiatica
With a long history of use in traditional medicine and culinary practices in SE Asia, there are many other uses for this versatile plant:
Here are just some of the common uses in the region:
1. Traditional Medicine- Wound Healing: Centella Asiatica is widely used to promote wound healing and skin repair. Its ability to stimulate collagen production and reduce inflammation makes it valuable for treating cuts, burns, and ulcers.
- Anti-Anxiety and Stress Relief: In traditional medicine, Centella Asiatica is used as a mild sedative to help alleviate anxiety, stress, and insomnia. It is believed to have calming effects on the nervous system.
- Cognitive Function: The plant is thought to enhance mental clarity, memory, and cognitive function. It is sometimes used to support mental health and combat cognitive decline.
- Digestive Health: It is used to treat digestive issues such as ulcers, gastritis, and colitis. Its soothing properties help reduce inflammation and irritation in the gastrointestinal tract.
- Anti-Aging: Centella Asiatica is popular in skincare for its anti-aging properties. It is used in various creams, serums, and lotions to improve skin elasticity, reduce fine lines, and promote a youthful appearance.
- Acne Treatment: The plant's anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties make it useful for treating acne and calming inflamed skin.
- Salads and Soups: In some Southeast Asian countries, particularly in India and Sri Lanka, Centella Asiatica is used as a leafy green in salads, soups, and other dishes. It is appreciated for its nutritional value and unique flavor.
- Infusions: The leaves are often brewed into herbal teas, which are consumed for their health benefits, including improved circulation and cognitive function.
- Capsules and Extracts: Centella Asiatica is available in supplement form, including capsules, powders, and tinctures, used to support various aspects of health, such as skin health and mental clarity.
- Traditional Rituals: In some cultures, Centella Asiatica is used in traditional rituals and practices for its believed spiritual and healing properties.
6. Local Remedies
- Paediatric Care: In some regions, Centella Asiatica is used in traditional remedies for children's health issues, including minor skin irritations and digestive problems.
So you see, by boosting collagen through these our Gel and Cream, you can enhance your skin’s ability to adapt to stretching.
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