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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
This 'dream cream' is A-listers' secret to reducing cellulite and stretch marks - here's why everyone's obsessed
Those looking to lessen the appearance of stretch marks this summer are seeing improvements with one clinically-backed body cream. And users are 'hooked'. The Body Cream by Augustinus Bader is a multi-award-winning body cream, proven to intensely hydrate skin while reducing the appearance of imperfections, cellulite, and stretch marks. An industry-wide obsession and the secret to many an A-listers beauty regime, the rich cream has wowed users in just 12 weeks. Augustinus Bader The Body Cream, 200ml Augustinus Bader's multi-award-winning The Body Cream is proven to intensely hydrate, firm, tone, and smooth while reducing the appearance of imperfections, cellulite, and stretch marks. Powered by the brand's patented TFC8, the cream delivers targeted nutrients to support cellular renewal, leaving your skin looking and feeling its best. £155 Shop Founded by globally recognized biomedical scientist Augustinus Bader and backed by decades of research, Augustinus Bader has a devout following of users, including celebrities and beauty editors who all swear by the skin-smoothing benefits. Joining the brand's bestselling skincare line, including the cult The Rich Cream, is The Body Cream. Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks, the body cream wowed users in clinical trials, with over 90 per cent showing a reduction in cellulite, stretch marks, and pigmentation. When it comes to combating cellulite and stretch marks, Augustinus Bader The Body Cream stands out from the crowd. Powered by the brand's patented Trigger Factor Complex known as TFC8® technology, the cream delivers targeted nutrients to support cellular renewal, leaving your skin looking and feeling its best. And wait until you see the before and after's. 'I was looking for a cream that would lift and tighten' wrote one user. 'Using this cream once a day has done just that. The effect has been; my arms really do look ten years younger. Hard to believe but true. They are beautifully nourished and supple.' Composed of natural amino acids, high-grade vitamins and synthesised molecules naturally found in skin, the cream nourishes and protects the skin, providing the optimal environment for skin's renewal, addressing concerns such as the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, redness, hyperpigmentation, cellulite and stretch marks. There has been a huge amount of fuss in the industry for The Body Cream, which counts Margot Robbie as a fan as well as winning over beauty experts with clinical trials testifying to the 'miracle' like results. And the clinical trails are impressive. In a 12 week stretch mark reduction study, 92 per cent agreed the product helped to reduce the appearance of cellulite and 98 per cent agreed skin felt firmer and more plump. Taking 10 years to develop, and costing £155 for 200ml, the multi-award winning cream is certainly an investment and should be used religiously to see results, but according to users it is well worth it. 'Dream Cream' raved one shopper. 'I've only been using it for a few weeks and already notice my skin is smoother and there's been some diminishing of cellulite in the back of my thighs. I use this cream every night.' Another added: 'The best body cream hands down. It's hydrating, firming, non greasy and goes on very smoothly on the skin. My skin tone has improved ever since I started using it and it even reduced the appearance of cellulite, wow. I highly recommend it.'
The Independent
a day ago
- Health
- The Independent
Best stretch mark creams and oils for soothed, hydrated skin
Whether in pregnancy, puberty or after rapid weight gain, newfound stripes on our bodies can effect all of us. And while some might feel confident caring for their scars, others might feel more insecure – and that's where the best stretch creams come in. When applied regularly to the stomach, thighs, bottom and breasts, specifically targeted oils and creams can improve the structure of the skin, leaving it soft, hydrated and nourished. Most brands recommending applying at least twice a day (we tried these products just before bed, and after our morning shower), using gentle circular movements. As Harley Street skin specialist Dr. Emma Wedgeworth explains: 'Stretch marks (known as striae distensae in dermatological terms) are line-like scars which develop due to excessive stretching of the skin. We don't know exactly why they occur, but the changes seem to be shearing of the elastic tissue alongside changes in key structural proteins which sit in the mid-layer of the skin (dermis).' 'When stretch marks first develop, there is often some mild inflammation and swelling, so they are red and slightly raised. Over time, they flatten and become pale with a finely wrinkled surface.' Wedgeworth adds that 'there are several things you can do to improve the overall appearance of the skin. Keeping the skin well hydrated with ingredients like shea butter, hyaluronic acid and ceramides can improve the overall appearance of skin and protect the skin barrier. Topical retinoids can prove effective, but shouldn't be used while pregnant or breastfeeding'. Aside from reducing stretch marks, the act of massaging in your chosen product can feel like some much-needed self-care and an opportunity to celebrate your changing shape. For those that are pregnant, it can also be a lovely way to bond with your bump, and many of these formulas would make a gorgeous gift for mum-to-be. Why you can trust IndyBest reviews Stacey Smith is a journalist with more than a decade of experience reviewing products, be it pushchairs and highchairs or wine and linen table cloths. Everything she writes about is put through rigorous testing. When it comes to stretch creams, she knows the products to turn to for soothing and smoothing skin. The best stretch marks creams and oils for 2024 are:
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Virgin Island takes 'disastrous' turn as couple's massage derailed by cruel swipes about 'horrible stretch marks' - and is called to an abrupt halt
Virgin Island took a 'disastrous' turn as a couple's massage descended into swipes about 'horrible stretch marks' before being called to an abrupt halt. Channel 4's new six-part series sees sexologists Dr Danielle Harel and Celeste Hirschman and their team, guide the 12 virgins on a unique course. The second instalment, which aired on Tuesday evening, saw the group begin to explore intimacy more through touch. Split into pairs, the virgins went about giving one another massages but Jason and Charlotte seemed to find the task difficult. To begin with, Charlotte rubbed massage oil into Jason's back but exclaimed: 'Why do you have these horrible stretch marks?' Jason replied: 'I don't know. You didn't say horrible did you?' 'It looks painful. It looks like you got scratched,' Charlotte continued before saying, 'I'm bored now,' and switching places. Jason then set about massaging Charlotte and as he began to rub her arm, she asked, 'Why are you focused on one area?' She then started encouraging him to use 'more thumb' and 'more movement'. Jason then turned to inappropriate humour to ease the tension and commented: 'It's like w****** off your arm.' Charlotte didn't appear impressed and brought the session to an end saying, 'Now I definitely want you to stop'. Afterwards, the pair discussed the experience with their fellow virgins. While Charlotte dismissed it as 'Meh,' Jason told Louise, 'That was a disaster'. He added: 'I whipped off my shirt and everything. Maybe not being berated a lot would have felt nice.' The show has caused outrage amongst viewers who have blasted it as 'absolutely excruciating'. While the Virgin Island uses a range of methods, as well as guidance from sexologists and surrogate partner therapy, viewers were quick to share their appall at the show. The opener introduced a range of virgins who have their various fears around intimacy, including bisexual receptionist Taylor, 29, who burst into tears while maintaining eye contact with another contestant, and Zac, 28, who is keen to have sex with his assigned surrogate partner in the first session. Fans were quick to share their disgust for the show, with one even branding it a 'new low' for television. Posts on X included: 'In my opinion, this is a bit twisted, they need to work on themselves first, being a virgin is nothing to be embarrassed about #virginisland I think is bizarre. FFS get ready for my rants; 'This is so exploitative. I'm panicking myself and now I'm watching it at home!! I can't even imagine being one of them right now. This is awful; 'I'm finding this very creepy, I wouldn't like that and I'm not a virgin, the therapists are strange this is not right; 'Anyone else a bit creeped out by this show?; While the Virgin Island uses a range of methods, as well as guidance from sexologists and surrogate partner therapy, viewers were quick to share their appal at the show 'Didn't think TV would get any lower, then pops along #virginisland.'; 'It feels wrong to be watching this; 'That was an absolutely excruciating watch - see you all tomorrow.' Virgin Island airs on Mondays and Tuesdays at 9pm on Channel 4. NAME: EMMA AGE: 23 OCCUPATION: FOOD WORKER Emma said: 'I was the only virgin amongst my friendship group, I felt outnumbered. 'I believed I was the only human experiencing adult life without intimacy but I couldn't relax when there is the possibility of intimacy and I had to battle previous traumas. 'The fact that this concept was being brought to TV made me realise being over 21 and never having sex was not as rare as I thought it was.' NAME: BEN AGED: 30 Ben said: 'A friend sent me the casting call for Virgin Island on social media. I'm not sure if he knew I was a virgin, but he knew I'd struggled in this area. 'Funnily enough, my immediate response to his message was 'not a chance'.' NAME: DAVE AGE: 24 Dave said: 'An initial joke by some friends for some cheap laughs slowly became the opportunity of a lifetime. 'I have always struggled to open up to people but this led me to feel invisible - a feeling I couldn't take anymore. 'I felt like it couldn't continue and I wanted to do something drastic to get my life back on track. NAME: JASON AGE: 25 OCCUPATION: ADMIN WORKER Jason said: 'I always felt like a failure in terms of intimacy and socialness. 'I know the island was primarily for intimacy, but it had the amazing bonus of helping me improve my social skills – and for that, I will be forever grateful.' NAME: LOUISE AGE: 22 Louise said: 'I never really imagined applying for a show like Virgin Island but my friend sent me the application as a joke, and I thought, 'Why not?' 'I was at the point where I was willing to try anything. 'I had just accepted that there must've just been something wrong with me - I think the fact that my friends would see the word 'virgin' and think of me says enough to be honest.' NAME: CHARLOTTE AGE: 29 Charlotte said: 'Because I wanted to rid myself of my shame that I had surrounding my body, and my desire, and my ability to give myself pleasure. 'I wanted to be honest with myself so that I would not be hindered when having relationships in the future.' NAME: HOLLY AGE: 23 OCCUPATION: DOG GROOMER She said: 'I felt like I was at a point in my life where I was ready to experience being with someone, but I had a lot of anxiety and questions about myself that I felt I had to work through before taking that step. 'I was definitely nervous, not knowing what to expect, what the others were going to be like, whether I was actually going to get anything out of it.' NAME: PIA AGE: 23 Pia said: 'I applied for Virgin Island because of my struggles with vaginismus. 'I wanted to overcome the pain and anxiety I felt when exploring penetrative sex. 'Plus, I found intimacy incredibly overwhelming.' NAME: TAYLOR AGE: 29 Taylor said: 'I spent my whole adult life wondering why I found sexual things so difficult when others didn't. 'When I was a teenager, the risks of sex seemed to far outweigh the benefits, the only benefit anyone spoke of was babies, and I certainly wasn't ready for one of those. NAME: TOM AGE: 23 Tom said: 'I always found myself to be a freak because I struggled to lose my virginity whilst others around me continued to pop their cherries. 'It severely affected my mental health, filling me with self-loathing which in turn made me a worse person.' NAME: VIRAJ AGE: 25 Viraj said: 'I had a massive struggle to express myself in front of women. 'For me it wasn't about the intimacy stage but more with the confidence side of talking to women and making small talk. 'This whole idea was encouraged by my friends for me to get out of my comfort zone and go through with this.' NAME: Zac AGE: 23 Zac said: 'There was a man reporting that Channel 4 was looking for adult virgins to take part in an experimental TV show. This was of course describing me. 'At first I was like - no way, I'm not gonna do that, but I started to think about it more and more, and I realised that I wasn't really getting anywhere by myself, time was just passing me by with no real positive change.'
