I was just reading up on stretch marks and here are a few things I learned. Most people believe that stretch marks can be prevented, but that just isn't so. Your best defense is healthy skin, and good genetics. Those "nasty red stretch marks" will eventually fade and turn silvery, like when a cut heals and scars, they will be less visible. I have them on my butt, they are there but not that noticable.
Here are a few suggestions:
(1) Eat the proper diet to help your skin be healthy.
(2)Drink plenty of fluids (Skin that is well nourished stretches better)
(3)If you have itching or tingling, use a cream to moisturize the area, some people prefer a Vitamin E oil or cocoa butter.
I got that itching/tingling feeling before(armpit area) and what do you know--I have a tiny stretch mark there. So moisturizing is important. Well that is some of the things I know. Anyone else???