Stretch marks, also known as (striae), are embedded streaks that often appear on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks and thighs. Over time they become less noticeable. Stretch marks are particularly common in pregnant women, especially during the last trimester. Stretch marks aren’t painful or harmful, but some people feel less confident about the way they make their skin look and feel in more severe situations.

While anyone can develop stretch marks, there are some factors that increase the likelihood of getting them such as: