Stretch marks · Why
Why do I have stretch marks: your skin stretched faster than it adapted
Stretch marks (striae) form when the dermis stretches quickly. They are common on hips, belly, breasts, thighs and upper arms. Understanding why helps you pick realistic next steps.
Common triggers
Growth spurts, pregnancy, bodybuilding or rapid weight change, and some medical steroid exposures. Genetics influence who shows marks most clearly.
Colour stages
Early marks can look red or purple; mature marks often turn white or silver. Treatment conversations differ by stage — red vs white.
Real results and real moments
What does not cause guilt
Stretch marks are not a hygiene failure. Creams help comfort; they rarely delete mature marks. See how to get rid of stretch marks.
Appearance options
Self-tanner, clothing choices, procedures aimed at texture, or stretch mark camouflage for pale colour contrast — after marks are mature.
How it works at SKINEAV
- Photo or callSend a photo or book a free phone consult. Honest first answer.
- Assessment & colour testIn clinic, Evelyn checks your skin and tests a custom formula.
- TreatmentPigment placed precisely, only where it is needed, one-on-one.
- Heal & reviewThe colour settles over weeks; follow-ups are planned if needed.
Your next step
Ready to talk? Call 437-475-2757 for a free phone consult with Evelyn, or send a photo for a free assessment. Visits are by appointment at the clinic in Vaughan (36 Bessemer Ct, Unit 1).
Frequently asked questions
Do only pregnant people get them?
No — men and teens get them too.
Can I prevent all stretch marks?
Not reliably; healthy skin habits help comfort, not guarantees.
When to see a doctor?
If marks appear with other unexplained symptoms — seek medical advice.
How do I find out if my stretch marks are suitable?
Call 437-475-2757 for a free phone consult with Evelyn, or send clear daylight photos through the free assessment page. She will tell you honestly whether your marks are mature enough and whether colour matching is likely to help.