How to Remove Stretch Marks Permanently? Best Treatments in 2025

Written by an Expert Aesthetic Content Writer Lisa.
Reviewed by Expert Medical Director Dr. Raj Thethi
Published on: December 4, 2024
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How to Remove Stretch Marks Permanently

Are you beyond your pos-partum, looking at your skin and wondering how to get rid of stretch marks permanently? First of all, take a moment to appreciate your body!

Puberty, pregnancy, weight and hormonal fluctuations, and certain medical conditions cause quick shrinking or stretching of your skin, leading to stretch marks.

They are natural, but it’s okay to remove them to get perfectly fine and smooth skin. In 2025, various professional treatments will make permanently getting rid of stretch marks more manageable. Let’s explore them!

7 Best Treatments to Get Rid of Stretch Marks Permanently

How can you permanently get rid of stretch marks? Here are 7 of the best and most professional treatments. Explore them and learn how they remove stretch marks permanently. 

1. Retinol & Other Prescription Creams

Retinols are Vitamin A derivatives that facilitate the speedy replacement of skin cells and increase collagen production. It acts effectively on newly formed stretch marks that still have red or purple hues. Here are two prescription creams:

  • Tretinoin: This prescription retinoid is stronger and has a more intense effect. If you apply it for several months, early stretch marks may fade dramatically.
  • Hyaluronic Acid-Based Creams: It hydrates your skin deep down, giving it the elasticity it needs to fade away stretch marks.

Note: Retinol and tretinoin should not be used when pregnant or breastfeeding because they may be harmful.

2. Chemical Peel

Chemical peels are another amazing treatment for permanently removing stretch marks. They remove the top skin layer, making the new and healthy skin under that surface visible.

A chemical solution is applied to the stretch-marked area, exfoliating the damaged skin. This process boosts collagen production and cell turnover rate, improving your skin quality. Over time, the visibility of stretch marks will begin to fade as smoother new skin is formed. You may see the results after 2–3 treatments, with peak effects after several sessions.

3. Laser Therapy

Laser therapy involves directing a light beam onto the stretch marks to remove them permanently. The light penetrates through the layers of the skin—stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. Over time, this helps repair the damaged skin and smooth it out, fading away the stretch marks.

The best option here would be fractional lasers. They focus on minimal portions of the skin in small sections. Thus, healing will be rapid, with an apparent stretch mark improvement within 4-6 sessions.

4. Microneedling

How to get rid of permanent stretch marks? Try microneedling treatment for the win! This minimally invasive procedure rejuvenates your skin by promoting natural healing.

During a microneedling session, tiny needles cause controlled micro-injuries into your skin. The body gets a message to repair the area by increasing collagen and elastin production. The new smooth skin formed is firmer and free of grooves from stretch marks. Changes are noticeable in a few weeks, and maximum results may be achieved after 3–5 treatments.

5. NeoGen Plasma

NeoGen plasma is another state-of-the-art treatment professionals use to remove stretch marks permanently. A small arc of nitrogen gas produces plasma energy and creates tiny injuries to the skin, triggering its healing mechanism and stimulating fibroblast activities. 1-3 sessions may help you achieve tighter, smoother, and even-toned skin. 

This is particularly ideal for mature stretch marks that have become silvery-white, as it effectively treats deeper damage to the skin.

6. Morpheus8

When it comes to getting rid of permanent stretch marks, Morpheus8 is a cutting-edge treatment. During microneedling, the radiofrequency energy penetrates your skin, increases collagen production, and helps repair the skin’s structure, making the stretch marks less noticeable over time. 

With minimal downtime, you may get long-lasting or permanent results—effective for both new and old stretch marks. 

7. Combination Therapy

Combination therapies allow numerous techniques to work together to get rid of stretch marks permanently. Some treatments improve texture, for example, while others attempt to treat pigmentation and deeper damage to the skin. For example, microneedling may be used in conjunction with laser therapy or chemical peels to address different aspects of stretch marks.

Your doctor may prescribe combination treatments for speedy improvements over a single treatment. 

How to Remove Stretch Marks Permanently at Home? 

Seeking how to get rid of stretch marks permanently at home? Want to know what researchers say? Studies show the limited effectiveness of natural remedies in reducing the appearance of stretch marks. 

Here are some home stretch mark removal remedies that you may try:

1. Sugar Scrub

Mix sugar with coconut or almond oil and scrub it on your skin. This will help exfoliate your skin and minimise the appearance of stretch marks over time. 

2. Aloe Vera Gel

Even though there is minimal clinical evidence on stretch marks, pure aloe vera gel may soften and heal skin, improving the look of stretch marks over time.

3. Cica Herb

Cia, also known as Centella herb, is believed to boost collagen synthesis and aid in skin repair. Though there is no evidence of it working on stretch marks, it may improve your skin’s appearance.

4. Coconut Oil

Using coconut oil as a moisturiser may hydrate your skin and improve its texture. This does not mean it can reduce stretch marks, but regular application can help the skin recover and prevent further damage.

Choosing the Right Treatment to Remove Stretch Marks

There is no straightforward answer to permanently getting rid of stretch marks. In some cases, natural solutions like sugar scrub, aloe vera gel, and Cica may help. However, no authentic evidence supports their use in removing stretch marks. 

At Yorkshire Skin Centre, we provide the best treatments to permanently remove stretch marks. With our range of advanced treatments like chemical peels, laser therapy, and microneedling, our experts specialise in tailored care that helps you achieve the smoother, even, and rejuvenated skin you desire.

Consult an expert practitioner, discuss your goals and say goodbye to stretch marks forever!

FAQs about Removing Stretch Marks Permanently

1. How to remove stretch marks permanently naturally?

Sugar scrub, coconut oil, centella herb creams, and aloe vera gel may help you minimise the appearance of stretch marks. However, since there is no authentic evidence supporting these natural remedies, it’s helpful to consult an expert anaesthetic doctor to explore professional treatments.

2. Can you 100% get rid of stretch marks?

Stretch marks may not disappear 100%, but advanced treatments like chemical peels, microneedling, and laser therapy may help remove them over time. 

3. Can sugar remove stretch marks?

Sugar does not remove stretch marks, but its exfoliating properties may fade away their appearance.

4. What is the fastest way to cure stretch marks?

Professional treatments like chemical peels, Morpheus8, and NeoGen plasma help remove stretch marks fast.

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Dr. Raj Thethi

Yorkshire Skin Centre in Leeds is a CQC-registered medical clinic. It is led by Dr Raj Thethi who completed his core surgical training in hospitals around West Yorkshire before branching into aesthetics. Dr Raj Thethi is a Northern Territory Regional Expert for an international dermal filler company called Teoxane. He also sits on their National UK Faculty.

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