The Truth About Stretch Marks Most Brands Won’t Tell You

Yes. Studies have shown that Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid can help fade existing stretch marks. Both ingredients are also safe to use while breastfeeding.

Many moms who use the True Belly Serum notice existing marks becoming lighter and less visible within 6–8 weeks of consistent use.

Results may vary depending on how old the stretch marks are and how consistently you apply it.

Note: True Belly Serum works best on new stretch marks that are still red or purplish. Older stretch marks that have already faded to a white or silvery color may not respond as well.

We offer a 90-day money-back guarantee.

If you use True Belly Serum consistently and don't see results, send us an email at contact@8sheep.com and we will get you a full refund — no questions asked.

Absolutely. Many moms continue using the serum postpartum to help fade existing stretch marks, support their c-section scar recovery, and support their skin’s rebuilding process after birth.

Yes, genetics do play a big role — the elasticity of your skin fibers is partly inherited. If your mom or sister got stretch marks, you may be more prone to them.

However, studies have shown that by using centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid, you can reduce the chances of getting stretch marks regardless of your genetics.

No. True Belly Serum has a lightweight, water-based formula. It absorbs quickly and doesn't feel heavy or oily on your skin. You can get dressed right after applying. There’s no waiting, no residue.

Most stretch mark products do not contain any clinically proven ingredients.

Many are made with cocoa butter, shea butter, or mineral oils, which have not been shown to prevent stretch marks.

While these ingredients do moisturize the surface of your skin, they cannot sink deep enough to reach the dermis, where stretch marks actually form.

True Belly Serum is formulated with centella asiatica and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid — ingredients which can penetrate deeper into the skin, and have been shown in clinical studies to help prevent stretch marks.

You can, but it may not be as effective.

Centella Asiatica needs to be paired with a penetration enhancer like low molecular weight hyaluronic acid to help it reach the deeper layers of the skin. True Belly Serum combines both ingredients.

Also note that most centella asiatica products use diluted extracts that only contain 1–2% of actual centella asiatica. True Belly Serum uses a pure 40% titrated extract (TECA), the gold standard for centella asiatica extracts.

The True Belly Serum is fragrance-free. It has a very faint, slightly grassy scent from the Centella Asiatica extract — but it's minimal and fades quickly after applying.

Yes. True Belly Serum is formulated to be safe throughout pregnancy — first, second, and third trimester. All ingredients are pregnancy-friendly.

As always, if you have specific concerns about your pregnancy, we recommend checking with your healthcare provider before starting any new skincare product.

The True Belly Serum is formulated to be safe to use for sensitive skin. It does not contain any artificial fragrances, drying alcohols, or harsh chemicals.

That said, if you have sensitive skin, we recommend doing a small patch test before using the serum.

If you find that the serum does not agree with your skin, just send us an email and we will get you a full refund!

Yes. We use clean, pregnancy-safe ingredients that are effective.

No parabens, no sulfates, no synthetic fragrance, no unnecessary fillers.

Every ingredient in True Belly Serum is there for a reason. You can see the full ingredient list on the product page — we believe in full transparency.

True Belly Serum is applied topically to the belly, hips, and thighs — not near the breast area. The ingredients are gentle and pregnancy-safe. Most moms continue using it postpartum while breastfeeding. If you have any concerns, we always recommend checking with your healthcare provider.