Stretch Marks appear as a band or stripe on your skin and may look like discolored streaks over your skin. When formed newly, they can be a red color, which over a period of time, may fade to a whitish color and can closely resembles a scar. They can make you feel unsure about yourself and can be a cause of embarrassment. There is a general misconception that Stretch Marks or Striae, are caused due to weight gain and pertain only to pregnant women, while in reality, Stretch Marks are caused due to hormonal influences. Read more »