Category: Product Reviews

Apothederm Stretch Mark Cream will be considered in the below review. It is meant to work on all stretch marks regardless of age and reduce their appearance. It also improves skin smoothness, texture and firmness while moisturizing the skin and making the skin tone even. By reading on, you can learn about ingredients and see if we think this cream will do what it is supposed to do.

Ingredients

• Aqua (water)
• Glycerin
• Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
• Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
• Cetyl Alcohol
• Glyceryl Stearate
• Cyclopentasiloxane
• PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
• Tocopheryl Acetate
• Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
• Sodium Hyaluronate
• Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
• Panthenol
• Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract
• Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
• Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
• Bisabolol
• Glucosamine
• HCL Algae Extract
• Yeast Extract
• Heptapeptide-7
• Glycine
• Alanine
• Isoleucine
• Leucine
• Urea
• Butylene Glycol
• Phenoxyethanol
• Caprylyl Glycol
• Hexylene Glycol
• Ethylhexylglcerin
• Xanthan Gum

Heptapeptide-7 is made up of seven amino acids that bolster collagen and support tissue, which will break down naturally once their job is fulfilled. Shea Butter returns moisture to the skin. Meadowfoam Seed Oil stops the loss of moisture. Olive Fruit Oil and Cocoa Seed Butter keep the skin soft and hydrated. Sodium Hyaluronate also keeps the skin hydrated. Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract and Licorice Root Extract reduce the discoloration of stretch marks. May contain derivatives of soy.

Dosage

Stretch Mark Cream should be used every day in the morning and evening by rubbing it into the affected areas in a circular motion.

Possible Side Effects

No warnings are placed on the product, other than the fact it should be kept out of your eyes. Worryingly, there is a possibility of there being derivatives of the allergen soy in the ingredients although this is uncertain because the company have not explained from where some of their ingredients have been sourced. It is advised that you should not use this cream while pregnant, as it has not been tested on pregnant women so the possible reactions are not known. A health care professional should be consulted in the event of a reaction occurring and you should cease use of the product as well.

Price

A 5.7oz tube of Apothederm Stretch Mark Cream costs $89.95. This seems a bit steep but you do not have to pay for shipping, as it is free when you place an order over $75. This only applies to the U.S., as international shipping is not available at this time. Orders placed for addresses in Washington State will have a sales tax added onto their order.

Guarantee

Apothederm has a returns policy that allows you to return a product within 30 days of placing an order if you are dissatisfied with the product you receive. You have to contact Customer Service for a RGA number to write on the return package. All item content must be returned including instructions or it may affect your discount. You are limited to one return per product or SKU. If the product you receive is damaged, damaged packaging or products must be returned to the company. If you want to claim a shortage, you have to contact them within five days of receiving the product. Shipping charges are not included in the refund. There are no reviews from customers. Instead, Apothederm provides an independent study of 30 people that was carried out by a dermatologist that shows a high level of success with the product. However, the sample size is too small to make an accurate judgement on its effectiveness.

Conclusion

This product is easy to use and seems to have produced good results judging by the study that was carried out. There is a returns policy, which means that you can feel safe trying the product out. However, if you find that the product works for you, you might decide that the price does not. The price seems excessive and for Washington State customers there is an extra charge that makes it cost even more. It would be difficult to sustain long-term use of this cream at this price. The guarantee is restrictive though as you have only a small window of opportunity to try and return the product if it is not for you. The product’s effectiveness is not fully verified both without reviews and without lots of them to see how the product worked for a broad range of people. This cream might just be too damaging to the pocket without a guarantee of its effectiveness to meet your needs.

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Below you will find a review of Avishi Organics Intensive Stretch Mark Oil. This oil causes the visibility of stretch marks to diminish by encouraging the skin to renew itself. It works to prevent the formation of stretch marks during pregnancy while smoothing the skin and enhancing its elasticity. By reading further on, you can learn about this oil’s ingredients and about our thoughts concerning it.

Ingredients

• Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Oil
• Rosa mosqueta (Organic Rosehip) Seed Oil
• Calendula officinalis (Organic Calendula) infused in Olea europaea (Organic Olive) Oil
• Macadamia integrifolia (Organic Macadamia Nut) Oil
• Tocopherol (non-GMO Vitamin E)
• Borago officinalis (Organic Borage) Oil
• Centella asiantica (Organic Gotu Kola Leaf) infused in Olea europaea (Organic Olive) Oil
• Caulophyllum inophyllum (Organic Tamanu) Foraha Oil
• Lavandula angustifolia (Organic Bulgaria Lavender) Essential Oil
• Hippophae Rhamnoides (Organic Sea Buckthorn) Oil
• Helichrysum itallicum (Organic Helichrysum) Essential Oil

Rosehip Seed Oil and Helichrysum Italicum are both essential oils that cause better skin elasticity, reduce scarring and regenerate the cells of the skin. Tamanu Oil helps with irritation and inflammation of the skin by soothing it. Seabuckthorn Oil contains concentrations of vitamins A, C and E, flavonoids, essential fatty acids and carotenoids, which work to repair damaged skin cells. Borage seed oil is a source of a fatty acid that returns smoothness and moisture to the skin and accelerates the skin’s healing process. Gotu Kola invigorates skin and its underlying connective tissues while strengthening skin tissue and caring for the connective tissues. This oil is free from colors, chemicals, fragrances, parabens, sulfates and other toxins.

Dosage

Intensive Organic Repair Oil ought to be put on twice a day for at least three months by massaging in circular motions into the affected areas until absorption occurs. Areas like the breasts, hips, thighs, buttocks, lower back and abdomen can be treated from the first trimester onwards during pregnancy. It should not be used on broken skin.

Possible Side Effects

Avishi Organics consider the event of a skin irritation caused by this oil to be unlikely. There do not appear to be any ingredients that are allergens but that does not mean that someone might not have an intolerance to certain ingredients. The use of the oil should be continued if any sort of reaction happens and a health professional should be consulted as soon as possible.

Price

A 100ml bottle of Intensive Stretch Mark Oil will set you back $38.50. There do not seem to be any additional hidden charges and the product is far cheaper than many other stretch mark treatments available. The manufacturer claims that only quality ingredients are used and that they are not watered down but the price does not seem to fit this claim. This price may reflect a poorer quality product than advertised.

Guarantee

Avishi Organics have no clear guarantee in place. It may be possible to return the oil for a refund by contacting the customer service of the customer service but this is not certain. A lack of guarantee suggests a lack of confidence in this product. A few customer reviews praise the product and seem to suggest that it has been quite effective for them.

Conclusion

Intensive Stretch Mark Oil seems to be made with natural and safe ingredients, which are also organic. This means that you will not be using any toxins or unsafe substances on your skin if you use this oil. The product has been positively reviewed by people who have used it so it seems to be effective but only a very small group have left reviews and it may have worked for them but not worked for others. The price seems like good value but again, the effectiveness of the oil is unknown and so it may be a very expensive placebo or weak version of a much better alternative. The product also lacks a guarantee, which seems to point to a lack of faith in the product’s effectiveness. For these reasons of uncertainty, it may be better to avoid this product and try something different.

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This will be a review of two products that are sold together and designed to work with one another, EC Research TriLASTIN-SR Maximum Strength Stretch Mark Cream with Hydro-Thermal Accelerator. This product is designed to work on all stretch marks regardless of their age and to stop new ones from forming. It can be used on all skin types and colors and will smooth and even skin tone. Read onward to find out more about this product’s ingredients and our opinion of it.

Ingredients

TriLASTIN-SR

• Water (Aqua)
• Cetearyl Alcohol
• Butylene Glycol
• Glycerin
• PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
• Behenyl Alcohol
• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
• Ethylhexyl Palmitate
• Glyceryl Stearate
• Cyclopentasiloxane
• Octyldodecanol
• Cyclohexasiloxane
• Polyglyceryl-3 Methyglucose
• Distearate
• Retinyl Palmitate
• Tocopheryl Acetate
• Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
• Serenoa
• Serrulata Fruit Extract
• Hydrolized Soy Protein
• Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Extract
• Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
• Calcium Pantothenate
• Maltodextrin
• Niacinamide
• Pyridoxine HCL
• Silica
• Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
• Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
• BHT
• Beeswax
• Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
• Polyacrylamide
• Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide PEG-15 Disulfate
• Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
• Polymethyl Methacrylate
• Dimethicone
• C13-14 Isoparaffin
• Pentylene Glycol
• Laureth-7
• Alcohol
• Disodium EDTA
• Xanthan Gum
• Caprylyl Glycol
• Chlorphenesin
• Phenoxyethanol

TriLASTIN-HT

• Propylene Glycol
• PEG-8
• Dimethyl Isosorbide
• Zeolite
• Tocopheryl Acetate
• Retinyl Palmitate
• Niacinamide
• Ascorbic Acid
• PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides
• Octyldodecanol
• Vanillyl Butyl Ether
• Silica
• Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl
• Thiosulfate Silica
• Carbomer

The ingredients in TriLASTIN-HT Hydro-Thermal Accelerator causes the pores to open and contains an agent that will enhance penetration of the product when it binds with TriLASTIN-SR. TriLASTIN reduces the visibility of stretch marks by encouraging collagen and elastin to regenerate in the skin, which causes the skin to thicken and hide the scarring. Vitamins E, C, B3, B5 and B6 nourish the skin. The skin is also detoxified and made firmer by these ingredients. This product contains soy, which is an allergen. These creams are Paraben-free.

Dosage

The products should be used twice a day. The area to be treated should be washed and dried and then TriLASTIN-HT should be applied. After waiting a minute, TriLASTIN-SR should be applied in circular motions until it is absorbed into the skin. If used as told, the tube should last between 4 and 6 weeks.

Possible Side Effects

EC Research did not name any adverse effects that their products might cause, which is perturbing as there is an allergen contained in their product. Although it is claimed that these products are hypoallergenic, soy is contained in them and could cause an allergic reaction. People with such an allergy may suffer from a rash in the exposed area or they may have a more severe reaction depending on the nature of their allergy. Anyone who experiences a reaction of any sort should consult with a doctor and stop using the product immediately.

Price

$79 covers the cost of a 5.5oz or 162ml tube of TriLASTIN-SR Maximum Strength Stretch Mark Cream as well as a 3oz or 89ml tube of TriLASTIN-HT Hydro-Thermal Accelerator and can be bought from EC Research directly. Ordinarily, TriLASTIN-SR Maximum Strength Mark Cream would cost $79 alone and TriLASTIN-HT Hydro-Thermal Accelerator would cost $19. A limited offer means that when you buy two TriLASTIN-SR with Hydro-Thermal Accelerator that you automatically get a third one free, which will be put into your cart for you. A tax of $4.74 is applied to the purchase of one product bought and so the total price for this is really $83.74. The flat rate for delivery is $6.95 for the USA.

Guarantee

EC Research provides their customers with a 90-day guarantee. They will only accept returned products if they were bought from them directly rather than from another retailer. Products must be returned within 90 days of their purchase and they must carry an RMA that can be obtained from EC Research’s customer support department or through their website. A refund will only be given for the price of the product as the cost of shipping and handling will not be included. They offer replacement or exchange of products that do not satisfy the customer as well. These creams have received more than twenty customer reviews and seem to have satisfied most customers.

Conclusion

This product is really two so the price is not terrible so it is fair value for money, if it works. However, a number of extra charges are included that are not readily specified by the manufacturer prior to purchase. Reviews and photographs concerning the use of this product seem to suggest that it is highly effective although it does not seem to work for everyone. For those who find that the product is not for them, they are left with ample time to try it and return it if dissatisfied with the results. It is difficult to judge the effectiveness of this cream based on the ingredients as the quantities of each are not mentioned. However, the ingredients do show that there is a potential allergen in this product, which contains soy and possibly soy-derived ingredients. These creams have been highly received by most people but that does not mean that they will work for you.

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Mustela Stretch Marks Double Action will be appraised within this review. The cream has been devised to prevent new stretch marks and to diminish the appearance of them on the breasts, hips, upper thighs and abdomen during pregnancy. Additionally it moisturizes and promotes elasticity and suppleness in the skin. Read more to learn about the cream’s ingredients and what we thought of the product.

Ingredients

• Aqua
• DI-C12-13 Alkyl Malate
• Ethylhexyl Cocoate
• Cetearyl Alcohol
• Dicaprylyl Carbonate
• Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
• Butylene Glycol
• Cera Alba
• Laureth-23
• Galactoarabinan
• Butyrospermum Parkii
• Glyceryl Stearate
• 1,2-Hexanediol
• Cetyl Alcohol
• Cetearyl Glucoside
• Xanthan Gum
• Glyceryl Caprylate
• Parfum
• Cetyl Palmitate
• Cocoglycerides
• Sclerotium Gum
• Zinc Gluconate
• Pentylene Glycol
• Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
• Sophora Japonica Fruit Extract
• Hydrolyzed Avocado Protein
• Maltodextrin
• Citric Acid
• Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
• Tocopherol

The ingredients within this product work to nourish the skin and promote suppleness and elasticity. Some of the ingredients cause cells to renew at a greater rate to prevent stretch marks from forming. Sensitivity is eased as it moisturizes the skin. Stretch Marks Double Action is free of Paraben, Phthalate and Phenoxyethanol. The cream is hypoallergenic and is suitable for use while breastfeeding.

Dosage

Stretch Marks Double Action should be massaged into the skin with circular motions in both the morning and the evening. It should be put on from the beginning of the pregnancy up until one month following birth. Should stretch marks appear, the cream should be applied immediately and used for at least two to three months.

Possible Side Effects

Although Stretch Marks Double Action has been carefully composed to make it hypoallergenic, there is still the possibility of an allergic reaction. Should a reaction take place, Mustela asks that you contact their customer service department. You will then speak with a cosmetovigilance specialist who will try to work out why the reaction took place and ask the product to be returned for analysis.

Price

An 8.45 oz tube costs $46.00 when bought directly from Mustela’s website. As the order is over $40, the shipping is free within the United States.

Guarantee

Mustela have a return policy that allows a customer dissatisfied with the product to return it within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. However, returns from retailers will not be accepted. The condition the product must be in is not mentioned so it can be assumed that the product can be returned after opening as nothing to the contrary has been stated. Stretch Marks Double Action has received a few reviews and they have all been immensely positive. It has received a perfect 5-star rating in product satisfaction, quality and value so it seems like it should be an excellent buy.

Conclusion

Mustela does not list the amount of each ingredient so it is difficult to gauge the strength of the cream and whether it is effective. It has received reviews that suggest that it is highly effective but there may be other more effective creams on the market. However, as the quantity of each ingredient is not noted, there is no way to make a comparison. The guarantee has a very short time limit as it may take a number of days of testing Stretch Marks Double Action cream before you can determine whether or not it is working for you or not. It is cheaper than some similar products but is uncertain how long a tube of this cream would last so it is difficult to judge if it is good value or not. Although possible adverse side effects are not given, there is an excellent service in place to ensure that no one else suffers from the same reactions that you might have because of using the product. This product may be for you or you may find that there are better and cheaper alternatives.

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This is a review of Skinception Intensive Stretch Mark Therapy.  This cream promises to restore elasticity to the skin, raise collagen production, smooth furrows, even the skin’s tone and fade discoloration. It promises to make stretch marks visibly fade within two months but results are declared as beginning within four weeks. Read more to learn about what ingredients make up this product and find out our opinion about it.

Ingredients

• Regestril
• Darutoside
• Pro-Sveltyl
• Pro-Coll-One+

Regestril is claimed to improve the depth of stretch marks as well as improving their color and width. Skin should be made thicker, smoother and healthier in appearance as well. Darutoside reduces the length of stretch marks, indentation and increases the smoothness on the surface. Pro-Sveltyl is a protein-repair enzyme that improves surface irregularities like acne scarring. It can reduce the visibility of stretch marks while also tightening and hydrating skin. Pro-Coll-One+ makes skin smoother.

Dosage

You should use enough cream to cover the affected area. The cream must be applied into your stretch mark and time allowed for it to be absorbed by the skin. Daily use is recommended for the best results. A jar of Intensive Stretch Mark Therapy lasts between 30 and 60 days depending on use.

Possible Side Effects

Skinception warn that everyone’s skin is different and so their products may cause a rash or a breakout. Customers with sensitive skin are advised to test a small area on the arm or jaw line before applying the product to the areas that need treating. They promise that it is safe for pregnant women to use but they suggest that you consult your physician if you are concerned.

Price

A single jar, which is a month’s supply, costs $69.95. However, it is better value to buy this product in bulk, as it will work out cheaper and includes free gifts. A three-month supply includes a free jar of another Skinception product called Kollagen Intensiv and costs $154.95. A six-month supply costs $289.95 and includes free shipping within the USA and a free jar of Kollagen Intensiv. A nine month package, which is a limited time offer, provides you with a 10^th jar free as well as free USA shipping and a free jar of Kollagen Intensiv for $399.95, or $39.99 a month.

Guarantee

Skinception have a 90-day guarantee that allows you to turn the product if you are dissatisfied with the results of using Intensive Stretch Mark Therapy. A consumer will receive a full refund excluding shipping and handling. This guarantee is extremely reasonable as it only imposes a time restriction and a generous one as well. There are no available customer reviews on Skinception’s website although the opinion of an M.D and cosmetic surgeon is offered as well as a number of clinical studies to highlight the effectiveness of the product.

Conclusion

This product comes with a fair guarantee, which leaves ample time for the customer to try Intensive Stretch Mark Therapy for two months to see if it works as it’s supposed to and still give them time to return it if necessary. It is possible for someone to develop a rash or breakout after using this product but the manufacturer have admitted to this possibility and suggested a course of action to ensure that this sort of reaction is minimised if you did happen to suffer it. It is unfortunate that the reviews by customers were not given, as it would have been easier to determine the effectiveness of the product and to see if the price would be worth it. The cream is quite expensive and if it turned out to be ineffective at dealing with stretch marks then it would turn out to be a very expensive skin cream indeed, even if free gifts are offered for larger orders. This product may well meet your needs but you would have to try it yourself to find out for sure.

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In this review, we will consider SkinAgain Vanish. Vanish is designed to fade scars, cellulite and stretch marks in a non-invasive way. The product is also supposed to be infused with positive energy to ensure that your skin receives nothing but positivity. Read more below about Vanish’s ingredients and our verdict of the product.

Ingredients

• Water
• Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Powder
• Squalane
• Glycerin
• Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Brain Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
• Glyceryl Stearate
• Cetearyl Alcohol
• Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
• Butylene Glycol
• Avocado Pit Extract
• Shea Butter
• Bentonite
• Vibrio Alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
• Cetyl Alcohol
• Stearyl Alcohol
• Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
• Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
• Yeast Extract
• Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate)
• Allantoin
• Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
• CucumisSativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
• Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract
• Calendula officinalis Flower Extract
• Camellia sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
• ArticumLappa (Burdock) Root Extract
• Gingko Biloba Leaf Extract
• Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract
• Caprylhydroxamic Acid
• Glyceryl Caprylate
• Hydrogenated Lecithin
• Sodium Oleate
• Xanthan Gum
• Disodium EDTA

The active ingredients in Vanish promote skin regeneration, invigorate the skin’s matrix, reduce the appearance of marks on the skin while soothing and nourishing your skin. This cream is vegan and is free of gluten, parabens and fragrance. May contain ingredients derived from soy.

Dosage

The cream should be liberally applied to the skin at least twice a day. For best results, SkinAgain recommend using their other product SkinAgain AHA Exfoliating Cleanser to prepare the skin for the cream’s application. SkinAgain suggest that you choose a positive affirmation to dwell on while you are applying the cream and an example of one can be found on their webpage.

Possible Side Effects

SkinAgain do not suggest any possible adverse effects, which may be worrying. There are ingredients in this product that may possibly be derived from soy, which would lead to an allergic reaction in some people. This is something that should have been declared by the manufacturer. There may be other allergens that may not have been mentioned. If you do suffer a reaction from this product then you should stop using it immediately and seek the help of your doctor as soon as possible. It is advisable to bring the product with you so that your doctor can determine the cause and treatment for the reaction.

Price

A 3.4 Fl oz or 100 ml tube is sold by SkinAgain on their site for $52. Shipping for the USA is free but a sales tax will be added onto the order. If you buy one tube, the estimated sales tax before you fill in your details is an additional $4.16. It may be cheaper to buy the cream from a different retailer.

Guarantee

SkinAgain have a 30-day money back guarantee. This allows the customer to return the product within 30 days of purchase if they are not satisfied with the cream. A refund minus the cost of shipping will be returned to you. The company offers some before and after photos to show customers what sort of results they should expect from Vanish. There are also a number of reviews, all positive, that can be found concerning this product. It has received a 5-star rating overall. There is a review that says the product did not work for them but they were happy with the customer service and their refund.

Conclusion

This product is cheaper than some that are available for you to buy although it is difficult to determine if the product is good value for money. The quantity of active ingredients is not listed and so it is not possible to know if Vanish is effective. The photographs and the reviews provided by the manufacturer seem to suggest that the product works although results would differ from person to person. The guarantee is a fair one although the time limit is somewhat restrictive. You are constrained by this limit, as you must wait for the product to arrive, use it and send it back before the guarantee runs out. The product is a vegan friendly product, made without any bad ingredients or cruel tests. However, although the product seems to be friendly, there is still a possibility of reactions that the manufacturer have not warned the consumer about prior to purchase. You may find that this product is for you but it is up to you to decide if it will meet your needs.

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