What are the causes of stretch marks?

Answer by  dantheman50 (103)

It is basically your body trying to fill in the gaps caused by rapid growth or extreme stretching of skin. This would include pregnancy and rapid weight gain.

Answer by  eric1980 (371)

Stretch marks are caused when the skin is stretched in ways it's not used to. They are also caused from skin being dry and dehydrated. Drink lots of water and use lotion.

Answer by  njeri (142)

They occur when the skin stretches in a short span of time especially occasioned by a sudden weight gain example during pregnancy . This is because the skin tends to be pulled and loses its elasticity. They are more visible on the arms, back of the legs and hip region on the back and occur more in women.