When going through puberty your life seems filled with problems such as pimples, acne, growth spurts, weight gain, and don't forget the appearance of stretch marks. After knowing all this it's a wonder we even survive our teenage years, however, you're not the first to live through these experiences and thankfully, there are ways of dealing with these problems.

In the case of stretch marks the best solution is that you concentrate on stretch mark prevention. Don't forget that by maintaining your skin healthy you will help it survive the wear-and-tear of overstretching.

Preventing Stretch Marks

Growth spurts and rapid weight loss are the main causes of stretch marks. However, stretch marks are the product of a disruption in the production of collagen. In which case it is fair to assume that collagen boosting products (those that contain Vitamin A and E) can also help in preventing stretch marks.

Once you've found the right stretch marks cream, you need to be consistent with its application if you are really serious of preventing stretch marks.

Another source of stretch marks is weight gain. Due to hormonal fluctuations most teenagers will gain weight excessively during this time.

If you want to keep this under control, it is important that you follow a sensible diet. Consuming fresh fruits and vegetables is an excellent way of maintaining a healthy weight. Try to stay away from junk food and fast food as they only contain empty calories and can even exacerbate another teen problem: acne.

Exercising regularly also helps maintain a healthy weight. Exercise has other benefits as well. It can keep your skin healthy, keep your body flexible and strong and even control your mood swings.

Getting Rid of Stretch Marks

Stretch marks lotions can help you get rid of stretch marks or simply minimize their appearance, however, they're not the only alternative. In fact, a cold pressed oil known as rose hip oil has shown impressive result in treating scar tissue. This oil is very gentle and safe enough to use on teenage skin.

Rose hip oil comes from the rosa moschata bush in South America. Its success with stretch mark treatment has to do with its high levels of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and essential fatty acids.

These substances can help promote the production of new collagen and skin cells while helping dissolve and flush damaged tissue from the body. This is a process that takes time, but little by little the stretch mark begins to shrink in size.

If you're not willing to invest in stretch mark creams then you can also try and cover up them up. Body makeup is more wearable than traditional foundation. Spray-on tans are also an ideal way to cover up stretch marks, especially during summer.