Premium Edition Stretch Mark & Scar Cream fades the appearance of existing stretch marks and scars or reduces the appearance of new ones. The product is paraben-free and does not contain any animal derived ingredients to meet the latest important consumer demands. Premium Edition Stretch Mark & Scar Cream diminishes the appearance of stretch marks and scars which may occur on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttock, and thighs. Stretch marks are caused by the breakdown of the underlying collagen network caused by stretching of the skin. One of Elastonyl’s * primary actions is to repair stretch marks by stimulating collagen production. A second key ingredient in The Premium Edition Stretch Mark & Scar Cream is the peptide Collaxyl ’s (hexapeptide-9) which has been experimentally shown to benefit skin repair. This product combines Elastonyl, Collaxyl with naturally-derived ingredients shea butter, rosehip seed oil, and coco butter to give truly outstanding results.