Home cures for white skin patches

Vitiligo, also referred to as leucoderma, is a pigmentation disorder. This condition is characterized by the appearance of white patches on the skin. Leucoderma is caused due to a gradual loss in melanin. Melanin is a pigment that is responsible for giving the skin its color. Thus, when a person suffers from vitiligo or leucoderma, the melanin in their skin is gradually lost and areas of the skin then appear to look white and pale. This condition can be quite unsightly and hence can often lead the person to feel self conscious and dejected. Leucoderma generally begins with the appearance of tiny white spots, which later develop into patches. The patches look pale at first, but then gradually begin to get whiter over time, on account of a loss of melanin.

As these spots get bigger, they may at times, merge into one another and thus gradually over time, form larger and broader patches. In a few cases, a majority of the skin’s surface is covered with these white patches. What exactly causes this type of depigmentation is yet to be determined, but some theories state that excessive stress, gastric disorders, typhoid and burn injuries could cause leucoderma. Here are a few home remedies that could help reduce the appearance of the discolored patches. Red clay is considered to be quite effective in treating this condition. This particular kind of clay is usually found on hill slopes or river sides. An equal proportion of red clay and ginger juice have to be mixed together. This mixture should then be applied over the white patches on a daily basis.  Red clay is known to contain copper which helps in restoring some of the skins pigment, while the ginger juice acts as a sort of mild stimulant, which facilitates an increased amount of blood supply to the patches.

Radish seeds are also considered to be useful in treating leucoderma. Take a few radish seeds and grind them into a thin powder. Now make a paste from the powder by using a little vinegar. This paste should then be applied to the affected area once a day. If done regularly, it is known to yield results. Goose foot can also be used to reduce the appearance of these patches. Juice that has been extracted from the leaves of the vegetable should be applied on to the affected area on a daily basis. This has to be done regularly for two months, to reduce the patches. You will have to use these remedies for a prolonged period to observe noticeable differences. However, this is not a condition that can be completely treated, cured or reversed. It is best to talk to your dermatologist about alternatives and preventative measures to minimize the spreading of these patches.