SKIN SPOTS

White Skin Spots - What Causes Them? Leucoderma/Vitiligo

One reason for white skin spots is due to a rare skin disease known as Leucoderma or Vitiligo. This condition affects about 2% of the population. White spots on the skin often appear in small clusters or patches of white roundish rings – this is where skin the lacks melanin – which was destroyed by the disease.

At this time, there is no known cause of this disease on the skin, but it has been linked to emotional stress, hereditary factors, hyperthyroidism (over active thyroid gland), pernicious anemia (lack of ability to absorb vitamin B12) and adrenocortical insufficiency (adrenal gland failure).

While a treatment course is not available, suffers of Leucoderma are advised to avoid stress, stop using harsh soaps, avoid cosmetics and powders with “triggering” agents, eat more iron rich foods, avoid citrus fruits, and shell fish.

Tinea Versicolor

A less serious and much more common cause for white skin spots is due to a fungal infection called Tinea Versicolor which is a harmless and common. Tinea versicolor is present on most skin and washing regularly to remove excess yeast and dead skin cells works well for most people. Howeve, in some people with a weakened immune system, this condition takes over – especially during the humid summer months – resulting in abnormal pigmentation and unsightly white spots on the skin.

Researchers have found that this condition is more prevalent in teens and young adult and affects those with oily skin more than those with dry skin. It also affects those (regardless of age) who live in humid areas.

How To Treat White Spots on SkinThe typical treatment for tina versicolor involves the use of antifungal creams, soaps and oral prescription medications. Salicylic acid has also been used with some success to rid the skin of yeast. The restoration of normal skin color can anywhere from a several months to a year – this is a slow process – and may require multiple treatments to obtain the best results. Another option is to use a high quality non-toxic whitening cream to keep the skin healthy and even toned. Unlike many non-prescription whitening skin creams, it is important to use one that does not contain mercury or other toxic ingredients. After years of researching I’ve found an all natural effective Skin Brightening Cream that contains:

1. Pear skin extract
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These ingredients help to lighten the skin and protect it from further skin spots and damage. In addition, it also contains shea butter and evening primrose oil to keep the skin healthy and moist.

For best results – regardless of which treatment method you use to eliminate white spots on skin - it is important to avoid tanning and use a sunscreen whenever going outside and keep the skin dry to discourage overgrowth of fungus. Follow this link for more information on an all natural skin brightening cream