Stretch marks are marks caused by broken fibres resulting from excessive skin stretching. They can quickly become a daily concern, and it’s natural to want to fade them or, ideally, eliminate them altogether.
The idea of using chemical-based products can be off-putting, and many people prefer a more natural approach. That’s where olive oil, a completely natural substance, proves to be highly effective.
So, what are the reasons to use olive oil against stretch marks?
A powerful antioxidant
Olive oil is indeed an excellent antioxidant with toning and soothing properties. It’s worth knowing that antioxidants help neutralise free radicals and support skin regeneration.
It helps reduce inflammation
In this way, olive oil works against stretch marks. It also helps to reduce inflammation — and since stretch marks are caused by broken fibres, they trigger an inflammatory response. Olive oil can help limit this inflammation and prevent new marks from forming. It also supports the fading of existing ones.
A vitamin-rich oil
Olive oil is rich in vitamins A, D and E, which actively contribute to maintaining and supporting healthy skin.
More specifically, vitamin A supports skin repair and therefore plays a restorative role on stretch marks; vitamin D helps improve overall skin quality; and vitamin E promotes skin suppleness and softness.
Deeply moisturising, it nourishes skin from within
Olive oil is also an excellent moisturising treatment. This fatty substance is made up of triglycerides (99%) and squalene, both of which have genuine hydrating properties. Olive oil therefore nourishes the skin deeply. It’s also worth noting that it is an affordable oil, making it an attractive option from an economic standpoint as well.
Combining olive oil with other oils for better results
Each oil has its own unique properties. For this reason, it can be beneficial to blend them in order to maximise the desired results.
Olive oil can therefore be combined with other oils to enhance its effectiveness — in particular essential oils or plant-based oils such as sweet almond or jojoba. Together, with olive oil as the base, the stretch mark-reducing action becomes even more effective.
It’s important to note that essential oils must always be diluted in a carrier oil to avoid any risk of skin irritation.
COACH’S TIP
COACH’S TIP Beyond olive oil, other fatty substances can also be beneficial in reducing stretch marks. For example, sweet almond oil and jojoba oil are both highly regarded plant-based oils for their properties on stretch marks. Coconut oil is also a great option, as it nourishes and hydrates the skin. In general, oils containing vitamins B, C and E are recommended to help optimise skin elasticity.
For example:
- Borage oil
- Evening primrose oil
- Calophyllum oil
- Hazelnut oil
- Avocado oil
All in all, there are many compelling reasons to use olive oil against stretch marks. Used on its own, it already offers a range of skin-benefiting properties. And when combined with other oils, results can be further enhanced — as other oils bring their own valuable benefits too.
The Cellublue Anti-Stretch Mark Oil, with its dual prevention and reduction action, targets all types of stretch marks and scars to help minimise their appearance and prevent new ones from forming. This oil is suitable for all women, including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
