Ingredients

Active Ingredients

1. 10% Squalene Oil
2. Vitamin E
3. Vitamin A Palmitate
4. Vitamin D3
5. DL-Penthenol
6. Aloe Vera Extract
7. Grapefruit Seed Extract

Other Ingredients

Purified Water, Glyceryl Stearate, Vegetable Emulsifier, Glycerin, Caprylic Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, Allantoin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Carbomer.

1. 10% Squalene Oil

   (Olea europeae isolates)
   Squalene oil is naturally derived from olive oil isolates. It has very strong regenerative properties when used on skin as it is very similar to human sebum (natural skin oils) . So when applied it acts much like a natural protector and stimulates regeneration of the skin surface. These properties make this ingredient essential in prevention and treatment of scars: especially stretch marks. It is also a potent antioxidant and protects your skin from environmental damage while keeping it soft and healthy. Squalene oil is often derived from shark cartilage but it can also be pressed from olives, palm oil and other vegetable fats. Our squalene oil is from non-animal origins. ::top

2. Vitamin E

   The squalene oil in our Stretch Mark Prevention cream is enriched with vitamin E, also a powerful antioxidant and essential ingredient for skin regeneration.
   It can be derived from a variety of plants and nuts like almonds, kiwi fruits, and mangos. Vitamin E is available in a variety of different forms, such as alpha, beta, delta, and gamma tocopherol. The variety with the highest bioactivity for topical use on the skin surface is alpha-tocopherol. It has shown a great variety of skin benefits in clinical studies, such as reduction in scarring and the reduction of stretch marks. The effect of vitamin E on stretch marks is thanks to its regenerative effect on skin. Vitamin E penetrates deeply into the skin to stimulate the growth of new cells, replacing the scar tissue found under stretch marks. As such, the stretch marks become thinner, shorter and fade over treatments. As vitamin E stimulates the production of new skin cells it has an even more powerful effect as a preventative treatment for stretch marks: it increases skin elasticity and firmness and helps in the regeneration process. The application of vitamin E will make the skin less likely to ‘tear’, significantly decreasing the chance of stretch marks. ::top

3. Vitamin A Palmitate

   Vitamin A is an essential vitamin and is best known for having positive effects on vision. However Vitamin A is just as much important to the largest organ; the skin. Clinical studies have shown vitamin A to have properties that block the absorption of harmful UVA and UVB rays, as well as a stimulating effect on cell regeneration. It has been clinically shown to improve the appearance of striae (stretch marks) and regulate epidermal (skin) cell growth. ::top

4. Vitamin D3

   Vitamin D3 is necessary for new skin cell production and complements the function of vitamins A and E in the regeneration process of the epidermis.
   Normally vitamin D3 is produced in the upper skin layers upon exposure to sunlight. However, with our modern live styles it is difficult to produce the amount of vitamin D needed. When applied topically in high concentrations vitamin D3 also shows beneficial effects on cellular processes. This helps to increase the cellular activity around stretch marks and to rejuvenate skin. ::top

5. DL-Penthenol

   DL-Penthenol is the scientific name for pro-vitamin B5. It has healing properties on damaged skin as it works to improve the structure of both the lower and upper skin layers. DL-Panthenol soothes skin while stimulating cell growth and differentiation. This ingredient aids in the regeneration of the skin, therefore aiding in reducing the appearance of existing stretch marks by replacing the scar tissue with new skin cells. It also acts to prevent stretch marks by promoting collagen and elastin production, which allows your skin to stretch without rupturing and causing stretch marks. ::top

6. Aloe Vera Extract

   (aloe barbadenis)
   Aloe vera has been shown in clinical studies to have a positive effect on wound healing and holds anti-inflammatory properties. As stretch marks start out as microscopic tears in skin layers due to overstretching of the dermis, aloe vera helps heal these small wounds without causing scar tissue to form, effectively preventing the appearance of stretch marks. Aloe vera has been used for thousands of years by the Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, Arabs, Indians and Chinese to decrease the appearance of scars and to moisturize and heal skin. This extract from the aloe leaf protects skin from environmental factors and promotes skin regeneration. ::top

7. Grapefruit Seed Extract

   Grapefruit seed extract is a natural antibiotic used for many different types of skin ailments. It is a powerful ingredient to aid in the healing of skin damage. Grapefruit seed extract helps to restore damaged collagen and elastin, which strengthens and retextures the skin. As collagen and elastin are responsible for the skin’s elasticity, improving and stimulating production of the connective tissue cells will prevent skin from tearing and thus prevent the formation of stretch marks. The condition of the skin’s connective tissue also dictates how well the skin contracts after pregnancy. So not only does this compound improve the condition of your stretching skin, after the delivery it will also aid in the contraction of your skin to its previous appearance. ::top

Clinical Research Studies on the Ingredients Present in Stretch Mark Prevention Cream

Stretch Mark Prevention cream is packed with concentrated, powerful ingredients to improve the texture of your skin, promote cell regeneration, growth and collagen strenght. A variety of clinical studies have shown positive results for the different active ingredients on prevention and healing of stretch marks. Some references to these official publications and research studies are listed below.

Alberts, et al. Disposition and metabolism of topically administered alpha- tocopherol acetate: a common ingredient of commercially available sunscreens and cosmetics. Nutr. Cancer 26: 193-201, 1996.

Gensler, et al. Importance of the Form of Topical Vitamin E for Prevention of Photocarcinogenesis. Nutr. Cancer 26:183-191, 1996.

Mayer, P. et al. The Effects of Vitamin E on the Skin. Cosmetics and Toiletries 108:99-109, 1993.

Antille, et al. Vitamin A Exerts a Photoprotective Action in Skin by Absorbing Ultraviolet B Radiation. Journal of Investigative Dermatology. Vol 121, issue 5.

Flynn and Coleman. Topical Revitilization of Body Skin. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology. Volume 14 Issue 4 Page 280

Lazarus and Baumann. The use of cosmeceutical moisturizers. Dermatologic Therapy. Volume 14 Issue 3 Page 200

Kang S. Topical Tretinoin Therapy for Management of Early Striae. J Am Acad Dermatol 1998: 39( 2 pt 3): S90-S92

Keller KL. Uses of vitamins A, C, and E and related compounds in dermatology: a review. J Am Acad Dermatol 1998: 39( 4 pt 1): 611-625