Stretch Marks

Treatment improves the appearance of stretch marks by reducing their redness or whitish color, smoothing their textured surface, and helping them blend better with the surrounding skin.

Stretch Marks

  • TREATMENT TIME - 30-60 minutes (depending on the treatment area size)

  • DOWNTIME - 1-7 days of redness, swelling, and sensitivity (varies greatly by modality)

  • RESULTS - Gradual improvement over 3-6 months; a series of 3-6 treatments is required for optimal results.

  • METHOD - Non-ablative laser.

  • The laser is applied directly to the areas of the body containing stretch marks, such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, buttocks, and breasts.

  • Treatment improves the appearance of stretch marks by reducing their redness or whitish color, smoothing their textured surface, and helping them blend better with the surrounding skin.

  • The laser's micro-injuries stimulate the skin's healing process, encouraging the remodeling of damaged collagen and elastin fibers within the stretch mark to improve its texture and color.

  • This procedure specifically targets both recent (red/purple) and older (white/silvery) stretch marks to improve their texture, color, and overall appearance.

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Who Should Have This Treatment?

Anyone aiming to reduce the visibility of stretch marks by improving their colour and texture.

Fractional Laser Resurfacing for Stretch Marks

Stretch marks, or striae, occur when the skin undergoes rapid stretching due to growth, weight changes, or pregnancy, causing the dermal layer to tear. This can result in textured, discolored, and sometimes depressed scarring. Fortunately, advanced treatments like fractional laser resurfacing can significantly improve their appearance. Add stem cell (exosome) treatment integration to enhance results and reduce downtime.

Our CYNOSURE Fractional laser is the  only FDA-approved treatment for stretch marks 

How It Works: The Science of Skin Renewal

Fractional laser resurfacing, such as treatments performed with the Icon™ 1540 laser, works by harnessing the body’s natural healing ability to remodel the affected tissue. The laser creates thousands of microscopic channels in the skin, leaving the surrounding tissue intact. This precise, controlled injury serves a powerful purpose:

  • Promotion of Cellular Re-organisation: The laser energy breaks down the disorganised collagen in the stretch mark and can help reduce the reddish or purplish discolouration (in early stretch marks).

  • Stimulation of New Collagen Growth: The body responds to the micro-injuries by initiating a robust healing response, producing fresh, healthy collagen and elastin. This process, known as neocollagenesis, plumps the skin from within, helping to fill in the depressed texture of mature stretch marks and improve their overall tone and elasticity.

The Treatment Process

The procedure is designed to be effective yet manageable. Treatments are performed in quick, in-office sessions with minimal downtime. A series of treatments spaced several weeks apart is typically recommended to achieve optimal, progressive results as new collagen continues to form over time.

Ideal Candidates and Results

This treatment is effective for a range of stretch mark concerns, including:

  • Colour: Reducing the red or purple hue in new stretch marks (striae rubra) and improving the pale, silvery appearance of old ones (striae alba).

  • Texture: Smoothing the skin's surface by stimulating collagen to fill in the rippled or indented appearance.

By directly addressing the structural flaws of the stretch mark, fractional laser resurfacing can lessen its appearance, helping the skin to look smoother, tighter, and more toned.

  • Redness, swelling, bruising, temporary hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation, blistering (rare).

  • Keep the skin moisturized. Avoid sun exposure and strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours. Daily use of a high-SPF sunscreen is mandatory.