Just because a woman receive breasts implants does not necessarily mean she will also have those ugly stretch marks that accompany weight gain.

Stretch marks are the result of the skin being stretched quickly such as occurs with growth spurts in puberty, the muscle gain associated with weight lifting and of course pregnancy. However, not every person has problems with stretch marks while others have several. It all depends on the elasticity of a person’s skin.

The bad news is there is no cure for stretch marks that will stop them for occurring or any product that will make them go away completely. However, there are a few prevention measures you can take they may help reduce your chances of getting them or other methods that can help them fade once they appear.

Some of the most common products that many women use prior to breast implants with success are Shea nut butter, cocoa butter, and olive oil. Other women prefer to use products with Retin A to reduce the small red lines, which are the beginning signs of stretch marks. Many however, use a topical Vitamin E cream every day prior to their breasts implant surgery. This is no longer considered one of the safest creams available for stretch marks as it can cause contact dermatitis and even worsen the appearance of some scars in some individuals. Your physician may also ask that you quit taking Vitamin E three weeks before surgery and three weeks after your surgery. No one surgeon has the same advice, so you should talk with them at least 6 to 8 weeks prior to surgery with all your concerns about stretch marks and if you should stop taking Vitamin E and when.

The best recommendation for ensuring that you have less stretch marks with your breast implants is to use Shea Nut butter or Cocoa Butter as a massaging oil on your breasts daily for at least one month prior to surgery and after surgery until the skin has no tight feeling. If you are allergic to nut oil then you should not use Shea Nut butter. You can try other types of oil that will work to help with the elasticity of your skin. Your surgeon should be able to give you some ideas or you can even visit your health food store. Many times the clerk will know what type of oils can be used for stretch marks to fade them or to reduce the chances of ever having them. Another good thing to remember is that your body needs fluids. Dry skin is tighter and has more chances of developing stretch marks than skin that is hydrated properly. Drink plenty of water and stay away from caffeine.