Stretch marks are scars that show up when your skin quickly stretches or shrinks. They’re common after pregnancy, weight fluctuations, growth spurts during puberty, or even because of certain medical conditions.
Stretch mark tattooing, also called stretch mark camouflage, is a cosmetic procedure designed to make these marks less noticeable. It’s a non-invasive treatment that uses specialized techniques to blend the stretch marks with the color of your surrounding skin.
Thanks to advances in matching skin tones with pigment and improved tattooing methods, stretch mark camouflage is becoming a popular option for people who want to minimize the appearance of these scars and improve their self-confidence. Here’s what you need to know.