Stretch marks are traditionally supposed to result from pregnancy but more than that they are caused by sudden weight gain and loss. Even men get stretch marks and usually it is caused by sudden weight loss after you have gained lot of weight.

The market is flooded with lotions and creams that guarantee to erase stretch marks completely—however they are not always as effective as they claim to be.

Making use of massage lotions and vitamin E based oils is also a way of getting rid of stretch marks. You can follow some of these steps to get rid of stretch marks:

1.    Making use of lanolin to massage on the stretch marks is a way of getting rid of stretch marks. You could use it on your stomach, thighs or even the area behind the knees.

2.    Often the stretch marks become visible only after you have lost a lot of weight. You can lighten the visibility of stretch marks by rubbing them with lanolin.

3.    Stretch marks can be caused due to many reasons if you have them or are worried that you might acquire them follow some of the remedies mentioned to curb them.

4.    Using body lotions and oils also helps in getting rid of stretch marks on a daily basis. Regular application and massage will keep the skin supple and elastic. Such a skin does not get stretch marks easily.

5.    Drink plenty of water as that will keep your skin hydrated completely. Dry skin usually gets more stretch marks so keep the skin moisturized by drinking water.

6.    Regular intake of vitamin E supplements helps as well.