If you have had children, or about to have a child you will not be alone in your fight to avoid stretch marks. Stretch marks are among the most common dermatological complaints among women. A wide variety of conditions can cause stretch marks to form and pregnancy is one of the main causes.

Basically, anything that causes major changes in body shape or proportions can stress the skin and lead to stretch marks.

What are stretch marks?

Stretch marks, the bane of women worldwide, are lines that appear on the skin during periods of rapid growth or stretching. They also can result from hormonal changes. Stretch marks are a type of scar beneath the skin that appear as a series of lines perpendicular to the direction of stretching. At first, they are dark red or purple, but over time, they fade to a much lighter colour similar to the rest of the skin.

When body shape changes, or skin is stretched in any way, there’s a possibility that the deeper layers of the skin may suffer damage. The deep layers of the skin are formed primarily by collagen and other connective tissue. When collagen is strained beyond its strength, it tears. Because the layer of collagen cushions and pads the skin, and supports it, any tears in the collagen can be seen on the skin’s surface. These are stretch marks – also known to doctors as striae.

What Belly Balm Can Do For You

Belly Balm is the perfect solution for pregnant women who want to try and avoid stretch marks occurring during pregnancy. It's a super-rich buttery treat for a mum-to-be, and offers an extraordinarily comforting, relaxing experience, for both mother and partner to participate in.

Packed with vitamin-rich nut oils, butters and waxes, Belly Balm is specially formulated to help lubricate the skin as the tummy expands.

• Used regularly, it may also help prevent stretch marks.
• Belly Balm is a wonderful present for a pregnant friend.
• Delicately scented with Tasmanian lavender and tangerine essential oils.
• Safe for use during pregnancy.

Directions For Use:

• Smooth on frequently, especially after bath or shower.
• Rub in Belly Balm over the affected areas
• As it is a rich and concentrated formula, use it sparingly
• Mums report that one jar lasts a whole pregnancy!

Customer Comments

"I'm very happy to say that I too have been using the Belly Balm and have had fantastic results! I am now 25 weeks pregnant, 152cm tall and 61kg. Yes, I've gained 11 kg and not one stretch mark! (considering the amount of weight that I have gained). I would recommend this product to every expecting mother." - Kimberlee

"Already having stretch marks on my breasts and hips from puberty, I knew I was prone to them and did not want them on my belly or back. Having purchased five or six jars (I did use it extravagantly!), it was worth its weight in gold. My doctor informed me that I was the only woman she'd ever seen pregnant with twins that didn't have stretch marks. I know I owe this to the product.
I highly recommend Belly Balm from the bottom of my heart and will purchase it for any one close to me who is expecting. Thank you so much!" - Emma