When your skin is stretched beyond its elastic limit, stretch marks are formed. The excessive stretching can be caused by a series of different situations such as rapid growth, weight fluctuations, or pregnancy. But when all is said and done, the only thing that really matters isn't how you got them, but how to get rid of them.

There are quite of few products out there that claim to be a miracle cure for stretch marks. But, don't be fooled. The only surefire way of eliminating them is through plastic surgery. Any other option will only minimize their appearance or cover them up, but won't eliminate them.

Nevertheless, surgery isn't the best option for removing stretch marks in most areas. In fact, it is only truly viable for removing abdominal stretch marks below the navel. If you are interested in removing stretch marked skin from the arms and legs, then surgery is not the best option because the limbs are round and suturing could lead to puckered skin.

As you can see, surgery can only deal with a specific area of the body. In order to deal with the rest of your body, you need to find viable alternatives.

Basically, how to get rid of stretch marks is not the question you should be asking yourself. Instead, you should be out there looking for products that can help reduce them. Stretch marks creams and microdermabrasion are two very popular ways of dealing with stretch marks.

If you prefer to use a cream solution then you should look for one that contains Helix Aspersa Muller extract and rose hip oil. These creams use biological activators like those of your body's own regenerative processes to eliminate stretch marks. They trigger and control the synthesis of collagen, elastin, and GAGs. They also replace flawed skin with healthy skin cells.

With regular use (two times a day for a period of time depending on age and depth of the blemishes) a stretch mark cream will 'digest' flawed cells, gently dissolve skin lesions, reduce and even erase all signs of stretch marks. By finding the best stretch mark cream you can also destroy pathogens and trigger the regeneration of normal collagen thereby improving elasticity.

Microdermabrasion is also an option for the treatment of stretch marks. This process inflicts a tiny bit of "damage" to the affected area which triggers the body's immune system into action.

In this manner, damaged cells are carried away and new cells can take their place. Just like with creams, this procedure is a slow fix that will require your patience and consistency.