Stretch marks occur when the skin stretches quickly—such as during pregnancy, puberty, or weight change—leading to dermal tearing and collagen disruption. They may appear red or purple initially (striae rubrae) and later fade to silvery white (striae albae).

Treatments may include RF microneedling and microneedling to remodel collagen, TCA and custom chemical peels to help blend discoloration, and Sculptra or Ariessence Pure PDGF+ to further strengthen skin structure.

Adults with mild to moderate stretch marks seeking to improve texture, color, and overall appearance.