A condition in which white patches occur on the skin is also called vitiligo. White patches on the skin require medical attention and one should not ignore this. Because this condition spreads and gets worse with time, you must visit a dermatologist.
White patches occur with the depigmentation of the skin. While you should always visit a doctor to treat this condition, there are some home remedies for white patches that you can use.
Causes of White Patches
Below are some causes:
- Milia
- Eczema
- Pityriasis Alba
- Vitiligo
- Sun Spots
- Lichen Sclerosus
Symptoms of White Patches
White patches on the face and body lower the self-confidence and arise the feelings of embarrassment. The symptoms of this white patch condition involve:
- The appearance of grey hair on head, eyebrows, and beard.
- Affect in natural skin tone.
- Inside the mouth and nose, a noticeable color loss.
- Color change in the retina layer.
Home Remedies for White Patches
Below are some of the home remedies and natural ways to treat. See and try to check if they are effective in your condition.
1) Coconut oil
You can apply coconut oil directly to the white spots. Therefore, coconut oil is considered good for fighting fungi, inflammation, and bacteria. In addition, coconut oil decreases melanin production.
2) Ginger
Ginger juice can also be directly applied on the white patches. Or you can drink its juice to treat white patches. Ginger juice increases blood circulation that eventually boosts melanin secretion.
3) Copper
Store water in the copper vessel and drink it on the empty stomach. This stored water helps in melanin production and will treat the vitiligo.
4) Red clay
Red clay is another natural way to treat white spots or vitiligo. Red Clay is loaded with copper content that is beneficial for white patches’ treatment. To use this: Mix red clay and ginger juice together and apply it on the affected area.
5) Ginkgo biloba
This herb is loaded with antioxidants and it is considered to be helpful in reducing the vitiligo condition. Ginkgo biloba boosts the formation of new pigmentation.
6) Papaya
Papaya provides many health benefits and one of them is treating vitiligo. The effects of papaya against vitiligo are proven. Therefore, you can directly rub a piece of papaya on the affected area. Wash the skin with normal water after the rubbed papaya gets dry. You can drink papaya juice that helps in replenishing the body of melanin cells lost due to vitiligo.
7) Basil leaves
Basil leaves are loaded with anti-aging and anti-viral properties that support in treating the white patches’ condition.
To use basil leaves for the vitiligo, mix basil leaves and lime juice together and apply it on the affected area. It stimulates melanin production and hence, it can treat vitiligo.
8) Walnuts
Walnuts fall in the category of dry fruits that offers numerous health benefits. A condition of white patches or vitiligo is beneficial in the treatment of white patches on the skin.
Therefore, consume 5 walnuts daily for the better result against vitiligo.
Another option is that you can take the walnut powder and add some water in it and mix it well. Use this paste on the white patches for 15-20 minutes. Apply this daily 3 times a day.
9) Turmeric
Turmeric is loaded with many good properties and it is considered as an effective home remedy for vitiligo. Mix mustard oil in turmeric and apply it on the affected area for 20 minutes. This mixture stimulates the skin pigmentation and applying this twice a day will give you positive results.
Other Home Remedies to Treat White Patches
- Keep foods and water in the copper vessel and eat and drink for the treatment of vitiligo. And remember to keep water in a copper vessel overnight.
- Eat figs if you have vitiligo.
- Take dried pomegranate and make a powder of it. Consume 8 grams of this powder every morning.
- Take edible dry leaves, fruits, and flowers in equal quantities and mix it in the water and drink.
- Drink buttermilk daily.
Final words by Canwinn Foundation
Given remedies in the article are helpful in treating the white patches’ condition but you should consult a doctor as well. It is important to recognize a cause to treat it effectively. Stay connected with Canwinn Foundation!
