Herbal Vitiligo Treatments

Vitiligo occurs when the cells that make skin pigment are destroyed. It results in patches of white skin and affects fewer than 1 in 100 people. Herbal remedies may be one way to reverse its effects.

Considerations

• Every herbal remedy for vitiligo calls for applying a solution three to four times a day, with improvement taking six to 18 months. Enhance recovery by eating a nutritious diet, getting plenty of sleep, avoiding stress and staying hydrated. You should also avoid sun exposure.

Herbal therapies

• 1. Mix an equal amount of turmeric and mustard oil to make a paste. Apply three times a day for 10 minutes. Rinse and dry.

  2. Chop fresh basil leaves and place in a small dish. Add several drops of lime juice and two drops of tea tree oil to make a paste. Let sit overnight. Apply three times a day for 10 minutes. Rinse and dry.

  3. Apply calendula (derived from a marigold-like flower) several times a day to affected areas.

Herbal Supplements

• To boost your immunity, you should take a probiotic (one that requires refrigeration) as well as following the advice above. You should also include Ginkgo biloba extract (40mg three times a day).