Doctor V - How to treat Stretch Marks for Skin of Colour | Brown or Black Skin

[@vanitarattan]

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[@anujoseph8414]

3:20 1.Moisturize 5:40 2. Humectants 6:17 3. Retinol 7:20 4.Anti-inflamatories 8:40 5.Microneedling 6. Massage creams into the skin

[@FollowingJesus17]

Thank you for saving me time

[@yannylane]

Thanks

[@zarakhan9467]

Yeaay!!! You're working so hard for "The Skin of Colour Family" . Your efforts means a lot for us!!

[@vanitarattan]

So glad x

[@Hanari06]

@@vanitarattan hi Where could I buy those products? It's my first time to hear that product We are not familliar of those common people like me

[@stepheq7964]

@@vanitarattan hi what products can we use

[@deeptikujur5244]

@@vanitarattan hello dr, can you please do a review on palmers stretch mark range. thanks

[@talghow-i2326]

On mt brest I use CorsRx Snail Musin 92 with fatty moisturizer and the syreach marks have faded. I 'll be trying your recommendation products also.

[@kheicee]

I am not pregnant doc, and never been pregnant but I have stretch marks all over my body and whenever I look at myself in the mirror, I feel so ugly and make me so self conscious :(

[@Omer698]

It's OK your skin is not as elastic as other people. Call it tiger stripes. Most men don't care

[@nidhijhawer756]

I have stretchmarks , someone watching this video probably has too so listen here..... YOU STILL ARE BEAUTIFUL WITH OR WITHOUT THEM. and that's not up for debate. 💛

[@taiyabazaheer9492]

When you said we don't teach our children about skincare, I could relate so much. ☹️ My mum is an amazing, educated and working woman who has taught me a lot of hacks but unfortunately she's not very concerned about her skin so didn't teach me as well. I went through a tomboy phase in my teens so didn't care to educate myself (also was busy with entrance exam preparation) lest I could prevent stretch marks and pigmentation. Now I'll have to treat them. ☹️

[@vanitarattan]

💛

[@saidunnahar8036]

Same with me

[@venusrose1382]

My skin is also prone to stretch marks, and mine happened due to puberty. I have stretch marks on my breasts, and they make me terribly self conscious. Hopefully this video will be able to assist me in treating them cause I have had mine for more than 10 years 😭😭😭

[@vanitarattan]

💛

[@BoJackk_Horsemann]

Same 😭

[@MoonlitWater07]

Did it help?

[@ankita990]

Same😭😭

[@japneetkaur8285]

And I thought only I had stretch marks on back of knees . Thanks Doc for opening my eyes

[@joussecent6]

Can you do a video on how to change your routine during a week, for those with multiple skin issues. I have oil/acne prone skin, pigmentation and acne scars, brown spots. And also want to start anti aging skin care. Thank you

[@vanitarattan]

Great idea

[@stepheq7964]

@@vanitarattan can you do a video of how to get rid of oil clogs

[@RadiantPineappleSkincare]

Oooooo talk about perfect timing. I was just staring at my stretch marks on my stomach and thighs last night 😩

[@happygucci5094]

I love your transparency and confidence- you are beautiful inside and out! I was convinced no one would ever find me beautiful because of some stretch marks- I avoided the beach and certain clothes as well. So much time wasted!! Again your confidence, intelligence and beauty is a joy to behold. Thank you for educating women/ people of color!!

[@suerufener8453]

Good Morning Dr. V, First of all, I wanted to say how beautiful you are. I just found your channel yesterday and have been watching older videos. I am not a woman of color but still think I would learn a lot from you. I will continue to watch. Thank you, Sue

[@effa_haniza]

I've been microneedling my stretch marks on my stomach area from pregnancy for the last 6mths and it has improved so much. The white marks are still there but the extra skin is now gone and became firmer. I'm not sure if it's ok to do it but it has helped improve my confidence.

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll investigate x

[@effa_haniza]

@@vanitarattan Thank you! I only do it once a month, after shower using 0.5mm microneedle. I also used vitamin C serum and Cerave moisturiser on top. Just last month I started using Beauty Pie retinol + vit C moisturiser - I figured it will help with the white marks but I'm not putting a high hopes on it.

[@jazminec5539]

@@effa_haniza did it end up working?

[@starseedgirl]

@@jazminec5539 guess not

[@Sarotti28]

Dr V pls DO NOT BE INTIMIDATED by big brands messaging you. In recent video u said you're not going discuss products you don't like so as not to be "negative". Very unfortunate decision because this is how we learn when you point out what makes a product good & bad for SOC - you remove the confusion. Continue to SPEAK YOUR TRUTH based on science & with kindness. Maybe then brands will make better products for SOC. I appreciate your "love letters" & learn better when you inform of what's worth buying, what should be avoided & why. ❤️

[@empressm6]

Thanks for all your information for POC Dr. V! I would have to disagree though as I think most black parents absolutely teach their children skin care particularly, to prevent being "ashy." Ashy is a complete NO in the black community. I noticed stretch marks on the medial side of my knees during puberty. I thought it was so weird.

[@so.many.obstacles]

I was thinking the same thing. Even when I was living with my grandma, at times we had to use Crisco to not be ashy. We were not allowed to be dry/ashy at all. We would literally get yelled at for being ashy. I didn’t get much instructions on stretch marks because my mon have five children and she doesn’t have any stretch marks. She’s naturally hairless and no stretch marks. Meanwhile I have no children and have all the stretch marks. I also spent about $6000 getting laser hair removal on my whole body from lip to toe 😫

[@empressm6]

@@so.many.obstacles Definitely agree. We sometimes had vaseline on our faces. I frequently used it on my body growing up.

[@suj1201]

This was a great video, Dr.Rattan. I use Tretinoin instead of retinol, and I'll say that this really dries out skin. I find the itchiness from this to be more uncomfortable than the 2mm microneedling. So, I keep some Cerave at work :)

[@queenofmysanctuary6992]

OMG!! Me with my notebook and pen been ready for this. Thank you Dr.V Blessings!!

[@mojikash]

i swear you've read my mind!!!

[@vanitarattan]

☺️

[@bezawitmesele]

I was thinking to ask Dr V yesterday night

[@angelawahome7951]

Great to hear about this from you, I've been using tretinoin 0.05 and hyaluronic acid on my stretch marks and you can barely see them. Then I use vanicream moisturizer

[@Lena-cl6ye]

Hi Angela very encouraging to read this. Which brand of HA are you using.

[@angelawahome7951]

@@Lena-cl6ye I use hadalabo

[@LoveConquerz]

Which area of the body are u using these products on?

[@Cinnemon55]

Hello, how much time did you start to see improvement on your skin ?

[@angelawahome7951]

@@Cinnemon55 a month

[@mercm97]

what do you recommend for older/white stretch marks?

[@crystinecleland4576]

Can you do a video focused on stretch marks you’ve had for years??

[@user-gh2lf1zw3r]

Stretch marks are actually caused by the tearing of the skin. So there is no way to remove them. You can only improve the appearance of them. The only thing that seems to work at all is palmers cocoa butter cream.

[@fathimashahada5907]

Hey doc, I'm 16 and could u please make a minimalist routine specially for teens with acne because when I asked the person at minimalist they told me to not use salicylic acid since I'm below 18....Pleaseee and I love your videos soo muchh♥️♥️♥️😁

[@vanitarattan]

Coming soon x

[@shenoas2647]

I’m soooooo SO happy I found your channel ❤️ after years of trying to find accurate info for brown skin!! Bless you!

[@l.a.w.79]

Never been pregnant but I must have a lot of fault lines🤪. You mentioned puberty and had I known I would have treated those years ago! I started noticing them on my low back. I was big into skin care from 11 years on!! And my mom highly encouraged moisturizing as early as I can remember. I had stretch marks on the side of my knees but they disappeared. The ones on my back are still there🥴

[@chandnichhugani1878]

How to disappear stretch marks of back of knees??@L.A.W

[@perdipbhachu9952]

So true! No one teaches us about stretch marks! Invaluable advice and so grateful for it! Thanks 😀

[@sandeepgopalam]

Thank you so much for this video. My wife has been asking me for a nice cream to treat her stretch marks. And I told her last night that I will have to ask Dr Vanita and here I got it today.. 😍

[@vanitarattan]

😁💛

[@krit-wt4os]

Knowledge really is empowering!! I have stretch marks on my upper thigh from rapid growth and for the longest time I didn't even know what they were. Growing up in an Indian household, no one taught me these things and skincare isn't ever a topic that comes up unfortunately. So I just called my mystery scars "tiger stripes". I didn't even notice them during my teens but one day in my 20s I saw them and of course it seemed to appear out of thin air and I thought it was so strange. Once I realized they were stretch marks, I was perplexed because most sources of information out there tell us that stretch marks mostly occur due to pregnancy (this is what I believed for the longest time). I later realized they can also occur from puberty and that definitely helped ease my anxiety about my stretch marks. Videos like this with people sharing their stretch mark origin story also help normalize all of this so thank you!! I know I will definitely be passing on this information to my children one day.

[@nanostar7660]

5:40-trap water in skin and use oil

[@nanostar7660]

6:15-retinol cream

[@nanostar7660]

7:24-anti in flammatory

[@nanostar7660]

8:35-microneedling

[@nanostar7660]

10:24-step by step

[@wrmmachne82]

ABSOLUTELY love your energy in these informative videos! You got me hooked on CERAVE products to treat my adult acne prone, oily skin. Thank you so much! 😁

[@zahra.mohamadmohamed9452]

Hi Dr. V can you make a video about skin lines around the neck, I am in my thirties and it started to be noticeable in my late 20's. Thank you!

[@tamiw.899]

Dr. V., thank you for your educational videos, keeping people of color informed. Can you make a video on Fresh skincare products?

[@MissTanya2783]

Hey dr v could you make a video on how to layer for hyperpigmentation and anti aging of Paula choices please like and alternative of the ordinary....some brand are difficult to get here in Canada Montreal city! Love your content ! Keep educating us !!!

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely x

[@xTenshiAi]

my mum would put on moisturiser on my face and body every day since i was a baby!! it helped my dry skin and created a good habit

[@truth-seeker2150]

Thank you for educating us on better care for our skin. After I watched most of your video, I get rid of all my skin care products and bought all the products base on your recommendation and now I know how to read ingredients before I purchase any product. Thank you for saving my skin and my wallet 😁

[@vanitarattan]

🤎🙌🏽

[@cjd9120]

Thanks for yet another thoughtful informative video. A series on hyperpigmentation on the body will be greatly welcomed. Dark spots can wreak havoc on your legs, back feet etc. Thanks Dr. V!

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@nishusaini3539]

Since we haven’t been taught about strech marks and we all do have them let’s be honest and lets just normalise it! I wear shorts in the summer and i dont feel ashamed or embarrassed about my marks 😂

[@vanitarattan]

🤎

[@angelicaaltaf]

I feel the same as you. I am interested in tips that help to minimise their appearance, but I love how these days with the reduced airbrushing in the media shows that all women have these and it’s nothing to be ashamed of.

[@ksmith96]

My first summer with them (at age 12) I wore jeans. I was soooo hot! After that I decided i didn't care. I agree with you 100 percent!

[@norawilliams2729]

Amazing video, very informative, I think it is the only one I have found on the internet with the correct indications and medications and that explain it so clearly, thank you very much doctor ❤

[@ronnie3007]

Hey Dr.V can you do a video on your favorite top 5 moisturizers for dry skin, and your favorite top 5 cleansers. Also can you do one on products that are a must to buy! (any skincare brand). Thank you!!!

[@vanitarattan]

Yes x

[@nansha819]

Please make a video on underarm pigmentation.

[@Sweety_Vibessss06]

Teenager skincare Routine please

[@laavb]

Hi doc... Great videos👍 thnx for dat... Could u plz do one on underarm care... How to reduce the darkening in dat area?? Which deo do u recommend... ?

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@laurenlewis6838]

Dr. Vanita I'd love to see videos on treating closed comedones (especially on the forehead), preventing pih, and your recommendations for eye creams (especially from the ordinary/inkey list).

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@vithiya89]

Dr. V, your videos are always enormously helpful. There are a ton of videos on ingredients and products on KZbin but they don't always address problems faced by those with Skin of Colour. Thank you for making credible, accurate and easy to understand information available to us. Your 3 part videos on the Ordinary skin care routine was particularly helpful. Bearing in mind how you have given a thumbs up for Paula's Choice, could you please help us do a similar set of videos with routines for hyperpigmentation, acne and anti-aging using the Paula's choice products? Thank you Dr. V!

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely x

[@shrutipandey6420]

Hi Dr V, could you also suggest a routine for extremely dark elbows and old dark scars ?

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@KH-wx4sj]

Love this, I look forward to using these tips on my daughter once she’s old enough. She’s going to be very tall

[@vanitarattan]

🙌🏽💛

[@KH-wx4sj]

Also, can I micro-needle my body to help diminish my stretch marks with the help of those other creams & oils?

[@stepheq7964]

@@KH-wx4sj pls what creams or oils do you use to reduce the stretch marks

[@KH-wx4sj]

@@stepheq7964 I use heavy oils like avocado oil & seal it in with either natural cocoa butter from eBay or Shea butter. You can also use Almond oil

[@stepheq7964]

@@KH-wx4sj thanks. What do you think about bio oil because that's what I'm using at the moment along with shea butter

[@geraldinewilfred7161]

When reapplying sunblock during the day, can we wash our face during the day before reapplying? Asking as face tends to get oily and so my skin feels dirty but I am not sure if washing the face is worse as it will be overwashing the face.

[@vanitarattan]

You can x

[@nikkid9757]

get you. Just want to say a big thank you.. you really are helping the community and building self-esteem.. I told my younger siblings about you also omg..your products are hard to gettttt.. I appreciate you and thank you.

[@vanitarattan]

🤎🙌🏽

[@1passwordstar]

Thank you the much needed info! Please could you do a second part to the video specifically on silver stretch marks? Would laser therapy help? xx

[@serinacuza1487]

THANK You thank you thank you! next a derma rolling video?

[@xikatraxaonline7700]

Is there a video that talks about preventing stretch during puberty? Child safe products?

[@champa2526]

Please do videos on hair care too,can't wait for your recommended products 😻

[@chanmadison23]

Thank you so much for this video... I’m 29 and I recently got so much on my thighs, and I was lost because I couldn’t believe that they were stretch marks. Because I really didn’t know they could be red, I thought I was dieing 🤣🤣. But thank you so so much for this video. A big sigh of relief, no more self diagnosing

[@vanitarattan]

My pleasure x

[@TheAdz]

Thanks so much for this! I’ve been waiting for this one for soo long :’)

[@vanitarattan]

Pleasure x

[@merlinjohn]

Could you also do a video on products to use for back and chest acne? Thank you!!

[@nazz5927]

Can you please do a video on hand creams? My hands are extremely dry and wrinkly(I’m in my 20’s!!) due to constant washing(and probably from hard water)

[@Maverickgouda]

After seeing 2 videos from hand models I learned how to constantly lotion. One also said washing dishes, or at least without gloves, is a no. Most of the time i wash my hands I’m at home. Instead of drying, I rub in a drop of aloe Vera gel and top with a hand cream. Because of their recycling program, my choice is helping hands x LUSH. I also loved to put a slightly excessive amount of cuticle oil at night, no more hangnails, and paraffin is a nice treat. Hands also get some of the heaviest UV exposure, so spf!

[@priyam5194]

You look so beautiful ❤️ in this video 😻 ur make up and everything is very pleasing

[@Babie-wf2hg]

Thank you Dr V for your selfless efforts to help human kind... I thank the day when when my friend recommended your channel... following your advice I'm in the process of healing my acne as well as pigmentation.

[@vanitarattan]

🙌🏽 so glad x

[@sahahide]

Dr V I'm really a big fan of u in recent only bcoz of u I ve started noticing ingredients list at the back of every product... Please donot restrict your review only the good products also do review which is bad for skin of colors as well, bcoz we mi8 not know what are good n bad for our skin

[@vanitarattan]

🤎

[@lindakuruvila1162]

Hi Dr. V, I am a recent follower of your channel. I wish I had found this channel much earlier. Thank you for all the efforts you have put to educate us. Also, I have a few questions: 1. Do you have any treatment suggestions for chickenpox scars on face? 2. Do you have any treatment suggestions for tiny bumps on face? 3. Do you have any treatment suggestions to lighten lip color ?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video x

[@Umartoys02]

Plz make a video on best budget friendly moisturizer and sunscreen available in India

[@jeenujoy4982]

Great video❤️ Dr V, can u suggest good primers, eye primers for oily skin Also do a video on products to treat back acne and scars?

[@azarias8022]

Hi Dr. V.... Can you please make a video on best moisturizers for skin of color........

[@zeppelin_7245]

I've been trying to find info on this for so long, it's like you read my mind. I'd like to know, would these tips work for older stretch marks from puberty? They've since turned white.

[@hithere8140]

I got severe stretch marks during puberty, they were horrible bright red lines throughout my thighs. My pediatrician told me it was because i needed to lose weight (was around 120 lbs). It destroyed my confidence and i refused to wear shorts or skirts. It would of helped knowing it was somewhat common a that i could help it. I was so relieved when they turned white because they were less noticeable.

[@sarrinakaur6794]

Hi Dr Vanita, I love this video! Love that your giving is the option to do something about our stretch marks. Could you please make a video on how to re-apply sunscreen over makeup? I have been searching for this video on your channel however no luck 💛

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@judym6191]

Hi Dr thank you so so so much...Dr please I need your HELP, what cream can I use for strech Mark's for a 10 years old boy that I see are coming..☺

[@Nicolealexandratran]

Thank you so much for advocating for us!! I’m in my twenties and I’m so so thankful for you. There’s not enough education.💕

[@jennifercastro6588]

Dr. V (unrelated topic) but will you please review NIOD brand?! It’s the upscale version to the Ordinary. I feel like some of their formulations are going to be much better at tackling aging and hyperpigmentation???

[@akshi235]

Hello Dr I am 6.5 months pregnant today and can you please suggest some cream or remedies to avoid strech marks which are available in India. Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@oyinakinyemi4359]

Thanks Doc, would you advise on laser treatments?

[@bbsail]

Thank you for the video. I hope to be able to get my kids 7 & 3 on moisturizing. I have to chase the little one with eczema to put her lotion and then she rubs it off🤷🏻‍♀️

[@vanitarattan]

💛

[@lailaayan306]

Dr V this is so informative. Are you able to shed any light on cellulite? Also, I asked yesterday and via previous videos comments section...please may you carry out a review of Environ Products and whether their products are suitable for skin of colour. Thank you in advance 🧡 Also thanks for recommending using the numbing cream. I usually roll the derma-roller directly onto my skin. Its awfully painful

[@akankshamaurya1332]

Hello Dr. V what about laser for stretch marks? Thank you for your in dept video. Very insightful

[@valeriavargas9206]

Can you please recommend your viewers what lotion we should use for pregnancy stretch marks? examples, of products recommended.

[@sucvaz5549]

Dr. V.. could you please do a video advising on permanent hair colour without ammonia? Which could be an appropriate brand?. Learning my ABC of skincare through u..God bless you loads.

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@sucvaz5549]

@@vanitarattan thank you ..much love.

[@jdovly]

Great Video! Can you teach us how to get rid of cellulite ?

[@so.many.obstacles]

Coffee scrubs, dry brushing and rebounding and great.

[@ToraTheGoldenRetriever]

Thank you for the great tips! I’m literally absorbing everything you say LOL! I just adore you and everything you stand for! Will see if my daughter’s allergy to nuts would be able to use sweet almond oil in her her skin. I recently bought one from Mountain Rose herbs, a bit on the pricey side only because they are a small company and they’re organic, however if anyone knows an organic sweet almond oil brand that is worth trying let me know.

[@dennikam.c.3322]

Is it safe to use retinol and vitamin A when breastfeeding? 😊

[@marjierichard1822]

Hello Dr. Rattan! ! I am very pleased that you have dedicated yourself to offer the people with skin of color information to better care for their skin. If we have suggestions/ideas for other KZbin videos. Where is it best to share them with you? Instagram, Tik Tok or KZbin? Email?

[@vanitarattan]

Email x

[@deniseskerrett9670]

Thanks for this really helpful vid Dr V, so glad we have you on utube x

[@madihakhan2378]

Not even pregnant but here for the education 🤓

[@vanitarattan]

😁

[@Hope.endless]

Stretch marks don’t only occur in pregnancy dear🤎

[@riaarora7047]

Loving your videos. What supplements/oral vitamins/nutrition do you recommend for healthy glow, pigmented skin?

[@yasminesoso8595]

Love the idea of introducing children to skincare. Would love to see a video on your recommendations for children.

[@lightineverything]

Omg yesss! I have stretch marks on my hips from when I was a kid. Oh also, can I use this routine for acne skin: Night: 1. Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask 2. Paula's choice pore tightening toner 3. Paula's choice Salicylic acid 4. Niacinamide 5. Cerave cream

[@vanitarattan]

Yes x

[@lightineverything]

@@vanitarattan Yay! Thanks a lot!

[@ksmith96]

I got mine when I was 12 and wore jeans for the ENTIRE SUMMER. I sweated for 4 straight months and swore never again! I just decided to accept them. 😉

[@zayramateo7303]

Thank you so much for all your great advice !! Could you possible do a vid on treating textured skin?? Much love ❤️

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@poojasadavarte1549]

Very good information. Please make video on bleaching cream.

[@karinata0175]

Hi Dr.V, thanks for another great Video.❤ If I do a derma rolling, can I wear a sun blocks on a next day? Would you do a Video for a derma rolling?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video x

[@RichN90]

I had requested this one 😌 thanks !!!

[@vanitarattan]

😁💛

[@khadijanadiri1199]

👍🏼👍🏾👍🏿 thanks again. This information is priceless!!! 🤎🖤 My baby of 5 months scratched my face and i have a scar now. Do you recommend something to lighten of remove scars please? Xxx

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@paulareid3003]

Dr.V You should make a stretch mark cream. That would be great

[@jainellytorres9114]

Was waiting for this video ! Thanks ❤️🥰 gonna purchase all of this.

[@meliam40]

I cannot thank you enough for this! You're a life saver.

[@vanitarattan]

💛

[@mumena620]

Please recommend a dermaroller! Good ones and where to buy ?!

[@vc8307]

Dr v hiii please make video for teenagers aged 14 and up for oily acne and red scars on cheeks and forehead. Products. Step routine for day and nighttime 💕🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely x

[@rifqaallie5975]

Hello Dr Rattan, thanks for the informative and educational videos you make because you care ❤️ much appreciated. Can you please do a video on physical sunscreens for dry acne prone skin of colour in South Africa 🙏. Love 😍

[@vanitarattan]

Sure

[@nso5625]

Dr V can you please come up with some example routines using ingredients you think are good for SOC? E.g. hyperpigmentation, acne, etc. How many steps, which order to apply products and so on... Thank you! :)

[@vanitarattan]

Sure x

[@asrianis.a4845]

Dear dr, could you please make a video on how to get rid of hyperpigmentation scars on body such as mosquito bites?

[@Raffymat]

Hello Dr V, please can you do a video for kids care. I have a 7 years old boy, and he's already smell sweaty. Please what products can I use for him and also what toothpaste with you recommend. Thanks

[@vanitarattan]

Sure