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3 simple ways to treat stretch marks with olive oil

Get rid of those ugly stretch marks now.

Anybody can develop stretch marks but women are more prone to it during pregnancy and puberty.

Some women get them on their buttocks, thighs, hips, and breasts.

Stretch marks fade with time, although they never totally disappear. Olive oil is an effective option for treating stretch marks. Packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, olive oil is an excellent nourishing and moisturizing agent for the skin.

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Olive oil

Method

  • Take some oil in a small bowl and lightly warm it up.
  • Apply on the affected skin and massage well in circular motions.
  • Leave it on for a couple of hours.
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Coconut oil and olive oil

Ingredients

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Virgin coconut oil

Method

Mix equal quantities of both the oils and massage the skin affected by stretch marks.

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Leave it on overnight.

3. Turmeric and olive oil

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
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Method

  • Add the turmeric to the oil and mix well.
  • Apply this on the scars and leave it on for as long as possible.

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