Stretch Marks!!

[Guest]

My peels were done professionally, was not aware you could do them yourself. Began at 20% TCA, with the last one being 35%. I also had a Jessners peel, percentage strength I do not know. I am happy for you all that you remain so optimistic, but I think your time could be devoted to trying out new things as opposed to things which dermatologists feel does not help and which a lot of members of this board have tried with no success. Everyone's skin is different and what works for some may not work for others, and I was much more willing to believe that until someone on this board pointed out what J had posted on another website.

What exactly did I post? You mean the question regarding tca and whether it permanently removes marks? I posted that because there seems to be a constant argument about whether they return or not on here. Besides if you are going to accuse, post the details of what you are talking about rather than just alluding to them. Much more grown up that way.

J

[Mai]

They are probably referring to the pictures you posted (which you admitted were yours on this board) as well as to your comments about the foot file method, which you also admitted were yours.

I mentioned them in a previous post.

My fault. Sorry.

[Guest]

They are probably referring to the pictures you posted (which you admitted were yours on this board) as well as to your comments about the foot file method, which you also admitted were yours.

I mentioned them in a previous post.

My fault. Sorry.

Oh don't worry, just because I am willing to share what I am doing I will be condemned by some on here. I am used to it. The neg heads are always around and always have the same stance. I prefer to remain optimistic as without optimism I don't think anyone has a hope in hell of getting rid of their marks.

Sorry if my foot file pics do not meet the exacting standards of some, but at least I take the time and trouble to post pics, which next to no one on here is willing to do. I might add that it actually removed some stretch marks too, but as I have previously said I now believe they must have been new marks.

I'm starting to wonder if there is any point in posting here at all. I have my tca now and in reality perhaps this board is better left to those that just want to moan and groan.

J

[Guest]

I honestly don't see where people are moaning and groaning. Most are simply stating their opinions and points of view. If those opinions or points of view do not agree with a particular hot topic which right now is TCA peels then people get accused of being negative. Same thing happened when filing was the hot topic. If people didn't jump on that bandwagon they were accused of being negative. Public forums are just that public forums. If people want to sensor opposing opinions they need to host their own site where they can delete posts that do not conform to their own views.

[Guest]

I honestly don't see where people are moaning and groaning. Most are simply stating their opinions and points of view. If those opinions or points of view do not agree with a particular hot topic which right now is TCA peels then people get accused of being negative. Same thing happened when filing was the hot topic. If people didn't jump on that bandwagon they were accused of being negative. Public forums are just that public forums. If people want to sensor opposing opinions they need to host their own site where they can delete posts that do not conform to their own views.

Well since my credibility is so doubtful (god forbid that I should try different things to help myself and post about it, rather than just sit and critique like some do) I think I will leave you to it from now on. I will post pics of my leg when I have removed the marks completely (and if they do not go completely I will post pics of the improvement). Other than that I really see no point in posting anything on here anymore.

As for hot topics, you forgot to mention, various lasers and castor oil, or are they not part of the witch hunt since they were not tried by me?

J

[americangirl]

J,

Please don't let the negativity of some posters drive you away. I am happy that you are really trying to improve your marks and sharing your successes/failures with us--pics && all.

[Mai]

Just for the record. I will happily post pictures if ANYTHING I try ever works. Otherwise I do understand how results could be doubted.

[Guest]

J i hope you do stay im sorry for all the moaning b$%^ards they are pissing me off too.

i would just like to say i find your posts extremely helpful and you have always answered all of my questions and helped out many others aswell.

i just want you to know that i think your a great help and have held this board up single handedly at times so all ive got left to say is a big thank you.

[Guest]

I also agree. Your posts inspired me to start a new routine with TCA and also foot-filing and my skin does indeed look better after a month. I hope it stays that way and keeps improving. It's the only thing we can do quite easily at home until a God-sent laser arrives and erases them forever i hope.

[cr]

J,
You really have been an inspiration to most people on this forum. What I appreciate about you is that you want to lift people up with you and truly find the cure. I understand why you do not want to post here anymore, though. I find myself also feeling as if this forum has attracted too many unpleasant people whom push away anyone that may have useful information. Although your posts may not suit the negative people, there are still many people out there that have benefited greatly from your help, including me. I want to thank you for putting yourself out there, I understand how difficult it is to publicly post your progress and pictures and have people just criticize you for your selfless help. So, thank you, thank you, thank you!
The problem here is not differing in opinions because I truly appreciate RK's posts where she politely states that she has not had success with TCA. The problem is how disrespectful some of the other posters are in their disagreement; and they are simply burning themselves because the people that do have success are not going to post here.
Anyways, I will not be on this forum for a while, but I will make sure to post my pictures on the skinbio website after I return from my vacation. All the best! CR

[Mai]

Sorry people, I did not mean to cause such discord. Again, remember that we are all here for the same reason...

So calmness.

I don't have a problem with people disagreeing. Perhaps they should do it in a more polite manner but there's not a lot of information out there. I tried very expensive carboxy therapy treatments based on false newspaper reports so I understand just how important a board like this is. So, it's equally important that all voices are heard. If TCA peels don't work for some people, I can definitely understand them doubting people who say they have.
I will post my experiences regardless of the feedback I receive. If there is success I will post pictures. I know that if and when there is success (I am hopeful yet) then there will be doubters but that won't change the fact that my contribution will potentially be valuable to someone.

[Guest]

i really hope people dont stop posting on this forum as its the one bit of hope alot of us have left.

you all know how depressing sms are and to have a place like this where we can all come together really helps me and i think i speak for others too. i check this forum every single day and have done for the past 2 years or so. its the one thing that provides me with a little bit of hope and i would hate for it to die off as its all i/weve got to keep us going.

[kraym]

They are probably referring to the pictures you posted (which you admitted were yours on this board) as well as to your comments about the foot file method, which you also admitted were yours.

I mentioned them in a previous post.

My fault. Sorry.

Oh don't worry, just because I am willing to share what I am doing I will be condemned by some on here. I am used to it. The neg heads are always around and always have the same stance. I prefer to remain optimistic as without optimism I don't think anyone has a hope in hell of getting rid of their marks.

Sorry if my foot file pics do not meet the exacting standards of some, but at least I take the time and trouble to post pics, which next to no one on here is willing to do. I might add that it actually removed some stretch marks too, but as I have previously said I now believe they must have been new marks.

I'm starting to wonder if there is any point in posting here at all. I have my tca now and in reality perhaps this board is better left to those that just want to moan and groan.

J

J,
For every disillusioned voice posting intentionally or unintentionally negative comments, know that there are a multitude of us out there who read posts like yours and are filled with hope and inspiration to keep trying to remove these marks. I'm not a vocal list member, but I'm a daily list checker -- always hoping to hear about the progress of folks like you and Kojiro. I think your level of analysis and observations on the various techniques you've tried are invaluable for those of us facing the daunting task of reclaiming some level of a normal appearance. Your ongoing perserverance and optimism might be offputting to those who may have, even unconsciously, given up the fight. But for those of us still in this with you, you're a lifeline. Stay with us! Moaners and groaners may need to vent at times, and I understand their frustrations. Don't let their perspective diminish our opportunities to learn from each other. I'm staying glued to the screen hoping to hear more about your progress.

[Guest]

When I first came to this board I knew absolutely nothing about what I could do to try and remove stretch marks. In some respects I still know next to nothing about the skin, dermis, fibroblasts etc, nor do I particularly care about those things. The way I look at it being an expert really makes no difference, either you will find a solution for your marks or you won't. The only thing that is important to me is that I have an absolute determination to rid myself of these marks.

Now I admit, I am often overly optimistic, perhaps even at times seeing more improvement than I am actually getting, but I am learning, same as every last person on this board. I tried GA and got improvements, but not massive in hindsight. I tried the footfile method and got improvements but again hindsight is a wonderful thing. TCA might not be the cure, but I will say this, because I have spent so long doing the other two I can compare the results. I have had better results, massively better with tca, it has given the best improvements of the 3 on me. I myself spent well over a year and a half not trying it because others had posted negative things about it, no doubt justified, but it put me off. I just want to save people time, sure tca will not work for everyone, but for a lot of people it will give improvements and maybe a cure.

I appreciate all that has been said, and I understand that people get frustrated, but I am not the cause of stretch marks and I am just a person who is determined to help herself and is not willing to give up.

I just wanted to share what I had learnt from trying things, not piss people off, argue etc and I don't mind people saying things don't work on them. What I do mind though is people saying, this or that CANNOT work on anyone. It annoys me intensely.

I have seen lots of posts on here about things that I would consider to be ridiculous cures but I don't attack the people posting it and I don't want to stay posting anymore because I am sick of the tone of the board. The board belongs to everyone anyway, and people will always come and go and I really don't have anything more to say on here that I have not already said.

I will definitely post update pics as and when the time comes, lets hope it works, because the aim is to find a cure, or as close to a cure as we can all get.



J

[Guest]

You know there are intelligent people who visit this board. We all pick through the crap and consider the rational. Being postive is what we all need to keep focused on our goal. You, J, are amazing and I can truly say for most of the posters here that you will be sorely missed if you don't regularly post. When I read your last post it was like I found out my friend was moving. Totally bummed out.

I appreciate all your input and your willingness to put yourself out there. Not many people do..

Shoo