Pregnancy & Stretch Marks

Causes, Prevention, and Natural Treatments That Work

Pregnancy stretch marks tell a beautiful story of strength, growth, and resilience - and while they’re completely natural (and incredibly common!), it’s okay to want to care for your skin as your body changes. 

At Bangn Body, we believe in gentle, effective skincare that celebrates your body through each trimester and into postpartum. Our clean, nourishing formulas are pregnancy-safe, helping to improve skin elasticity, support hydration, and keep your skin glowing - naturally. 

What Are Stretch Marks and Why Do
They Appear?

During pregnancy, your body can develop scar-like streaks, known as stretch marks, meaning your skin has stretched as a result of rapid growth and hormonal shifts. With anywhere between 50% to 90% of women developing pregnancy stretch marks, it’s a very common experience for many women during this time.


Stretch marks typically begin as red, purple, pink, or brown streaks, depending on your skin tone, and eventually fade to paler white or silver lines. But what causes stretch marks? As your belly, breasts, and other areas of your body grow and change, your skin can stretch faster than collagen and elastin can adapt, resulting in stretch marks. 


While stretch marks aren’t harmful, it’s completely normal to be conscious of your body and its changes during this time of transition. Unfortunately, there’s no way to avoid stretch marks entirely, but using a pregnancy-safe moisturiser, like our firming lotion or firming oil, can help keep your skin hydrated and the itching at bay throughout pregnancy.

How to build a daily routine to fade stretch marks

Nourish, support, and gently fade stretch marks with a routine
designed to keep your skin soft, smooth, and glowing.

Cleanse Gently

Use a cleanser for dry skin, like our Firming Cream Cleanser to remove impurities without stripping oils.

Exfoliate Softly

A gentle dry skin exfoliator, such as Smooth Skin Scrub, helps smooth texture and remove dry flakes.

Be Consistent

Follow with our Firming Oil, made from 8 super oils to deliver essential nutrients to the skin. Apply everyday, morning and night.

Hydrate and Tone

Follow with a hydrating moisturiser like the Firming Lotion. Apply in circular motions to stimulate circulation and boost absorption.

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Why Pregnancy Often Triggers Stretch
Marks

Have you noticed stretch marks on your belly or on other areas of your body? With more than half of women experiencing stretch marks as a result of pregnancy skin changes, you’re certainly not alone. During pregnancy, your body undergoes incredible physical and hormonal changes that increase skin stretching to support your growing baby.


Pregnancy stretch marks typically affect the belly, breasts, thighs, hips, and lower back, but it’s not uncommon to notice stretch marks on other areas of your body. In some cases, you might not notice them right away, and instead develop postpartum stretch marks once your bub joins you earthside.


Stretch marks are completely natural, and while they won’t disappear as soon as you give birth, they’ll often fade significantly within the first six to 12 months after having your baby.

Where Stretch Marks Commonly Appear

As your body grows and changes, it’s normal to experience stretch marks across your body. Let’s take a look at some commonly affected areas:

  • Stretch marks on belly: +

    As your baby grows, so does your belly. Blend our Firming Lotion and Firming Oil to hydrate your growing bump and relieve itching.

  • Stretch marks thighs: +

    Support skin elasticity as your body changes by maintaining hydration internally by upping your water intake and externally with a moisturising body lotion.

  • Stretch marks on arms: +

    Pregnancy hormones can affect skin elasticity, making it more prone to stretch marks on areas like your upper arms. Use a gentle exfoliant to buff away dead skin cells and promote new cell regeneration.

  • Stretch marks on HIPS: +

    As your shape changes, it’s normal to find stretch marks on your hips. Gently massage the area using a fast-absorbing body oil to boost hydration, promote circulation, and restore radiance.

How to Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

When it comes to stretch mark prevention, the key is to start early and nourish your skin throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond. A pregnancy skin routine should focus on supporting skin elasticity, providing hydration, and incorporating gentle massage. It’s an easy way to honour your body while carving out time for a little self-care.Use this simple three-step pregnancy skin routine to nourish your skin throughout pregnancy and into the 4th trimester:

  • STEP 1: Cleanse +

    Use a gentle, pregnancy-safe body wash, like our Firming Cream Cleanser, to replenish and renew your skin. This pH-balanced formula is non-drying, helping to soothe itching and restore skin firmness.

  • STEP 2: Exfoliate +

    Improve absorption and circulation with a detoxifying scrub 2-3 times weekly. Our Smooth Skin Scrub combines chemical and physical exfoliants to leave your skin feeling smooth and supple.

  • Step 3: MOISTURISE +

    Follow with our Firming Lotion for a daily burst of hydration while helping to rebuild skin elasticity. Layer with a stretch mark oil, like our firming oil, for the ultimate stretch mark-fighting duo.

Safe Treatments for Stretch Marks During and After Pregnancy

For many mamas, finding a natural stretch mark treatment that’s nourishing and pregnancy-safe is a priority. The best cream for stretch marks contain natural ingredients, such as:
Shea butter

Deep hydration and regeneration to soothe and heal stretch marks.

Coconut oil

Anti-inflammatory and healing properties.

Vitamin E

Antioxidant protection and intense hydration to support skin elasticity.

Hyaluronic acid

Locks in moisture to relieve dryness and inflammation.

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Proven by Results

Our clean, natural stretch mark lotions are packed full of ingredients designed to renew skin cells, rebuild elasticity, and boost hydration, reducing the appearance of stretch marks and leaving you glowing. When it comes to the best oil for stretch marks, our customers love using our Firming Lotion as a stretch mark cream.



With no harsh chemicals, you’ll love our fragrance-free, cruelty-free, and pregnancy-safe skincare products as much as your skin! Don’t just take our word for it, we let the results speak for themselves.

Reviews & Results

Thousands of people have discovered smoother, softer, more hydrated skin through regular use of Bangn Body’s clean formulations. From improved tone to renewed confidence, real results come from real care. Firming that feels as good as it looks — that’s the Bangn Body difference.

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Exfoliation & Renewal - Fading Existing
Stretch Marks

Lotions and body oils aren’t the only way to boost your skin’s hydration - pairing these products with a stretch mark scrub is key to unlocking silky, smooth skin. Use a gentle stretch mark exfoliator 2-3 times a week to gently buff away dead skin cells, encourage new cell renewal, and improve skin texture. 


Our scientifically formulated stretch mark body polish blends physical and chemical exfoliants to promote a smoother, brighter, more even complexion. Our smooth skin scrub contains a combination of skin-loving ingredients that help to hydrate and
exfoliate to reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

Polish, hydrate, and glow the natural way with our range of
pregnancy-safe skincare.

Real Skin, Real Confidence

As a new mum, you should wear your stretch marks with pride. Every mark tells a story, and every story deserves care. That said, it’s completely natural to want to nurture your skin as your body changes. A nourishing skincare routine blends self-care with body care to help restore your confidence and support your stretch mark healing journey.

Real skin responds best when it’s supported
with gentle, natural skincare. 

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