Stretch Mark Treatment Cardiff
Texture, improved over time.
Stretch marks are scars in the skin's structure. They are extremely common — after pregnancy, growth spurts or significant weight change — and they are not something to feel awkward about raising.
- From £125Advanced Skin
- Non-surgicalNo general anaesthetic
- ConsultationIncluded in your appointment
- Cardiff35 Park Place
At a glance.
A course-based treatment where the age of the marks matters.
Common, normal, and treatable
Treatment aims to improve the appearance and texture of stretch marks. It does not erase them, and results vary between individuals.
Portland treats stretch marks using Dermapen microneedling and DermaPro RF, chosen according to the area and the marks themselves.
What are stretch marks?
Stretch marks form when the skin is stretched faster than the underlying collagen and elastin can accommodate. The dermis tears, and the skin heals with tissue arranged differently from the surrounding area.
That is why they are, structurally, a form of scarring — and why treatment works the same way as scar treatment: by prompting the skin to remodel the affected tissue and produce new collagen.
It also explains why they are so common. Pregnancy, adolescent growth and weight change all involve exactly the kind of rapid stretching that causes them, regardless of body size or how well you look after your skin.
What happens in a session.
A structured course, reviewed as it progresses.
Assessment
We look at the marks, their age and their texture, since newer and older marks behave differently.
Choosing the approach
Dermapen microneedling or DermaPro RF, depending on the area and the marks.
The course
Planned as a course, with sessions spaced to allow the skin to recover and remodel.
Review
Progress is reviewed as the course continues and the plan adjusted where sensible.
When will I see results?
Typical timeframes rather than a schedule. Results vary between individuals, and your own plan is agreed at your appointment.
Redness and sensitivity settle over the days following each session.
The skin remodels in the treated area before the next treatment.
Improvement in texture builds incrementally as sessions are completed.
The collagen response continues developing after the course is complete.
Do older stretch marks respond?
Newer and older marks behave differently. Newer marks, often still red or purple, are generally more responsive because the tissue is still actively remodelling.
Older marks that have faded to white or silver represent settled scar tissue and are typically harder to change, though improvement in texture is often still achievable.
We will look at your marks at your appointment and give you an honest view of what we think is realistic before you commit to a course.
Where can stretch marks be treated?
Not every area suits every person. This is a guide to what is commonly treated, not a promise that each one is appropriate for you.
- Stomach
- Hips
- Thighs
- Buttocks
- Upper Arms
- Chest
Dermapen or DermaPro RF for stretch marks?
Dermapen is microneedling alone, prompting collagen remodelling at a controlled depth.
DermaPro RF adds radiofrequency energy through the needles, which also addresses skin firmness — often relevant where stretch marks follow weight change or pregnancy and skin laxity is a concern too.
Which we recommend depends on the area, the marks and whether firmness is also part of what you want to address.
What can and cannot be achieved
Treatment aims to improve the appearance and texture of stretch marks. It does not remove them, and no non-surgical treatment does.
Results vary between individuals, by the age of the marks and by area. We would rather set an accurate expectation than an appealing one.
If we do not think you will get the result you are hoping for, we will tell you at your appointment.
Stretch Mark Treatment prices
Which treatment is used depends on the area and the marks, and is agreed at your appointment.
Book straight in for this treatment. Your appointment begins with a consultation and suitability assessment, and where you are suitable and happy to go ahead, treatment normally takes place during the same visit. Not sure this is the right treatment for you? Message us and we will help.
Frequently asked questions
If your question is not here, ask us on WhatsApp — a real person at the clinic answers.
Can stretch marks be removed completely? +
No. The realistic aim is an improvement in appearance and texture rather than removal.
Do older marks respond as well as newer ones? +
Generally not. Newer marks that are still red or purple tend to be more responsive; older white or silver marks are settled scar tissue and harder to change, though texture can often still be improved.
Are stretch marks my fault? +
No. They form when skin is stretched faster than the underlying collagen can accommodate, which is why they are so common after pregnancy, growth and weight change. They occur regardless of body size or skincare.
Is this relevant after weight loss? +
Very often, yes — it is one of the four pathways in our post-weight-loss approach. DermaPro RF is frequently the choice there, since it also addresses skin firmness.
Is there downtime? +
Redness and sensitivity are expected after each session and vary by person and area. We will tell you what to plan around.
Which areas can be treated? +
The stomach, hips, thighs, buttocks, upper arms and chest are the areas we treat most often.
How many sessions will I need? +
A course of four is usual, with the discount applied. We will review progress as the course goes on.
Stretch Mark Treatment results.
Before and after photography from stretch mark treatment at Portland Body Clinic. Individual results vary.
Individual results vary. Suitability is confirmed at your appointment before treatment begins, and no outcome is guaranteed.
Book your appointment.
Your appointment begins with a consultation and suitability assessment, and where you are suitable and happy to proceed, treatment can take place during the same visit. Not sure which treatment you need? Message us and we will help you decide.