How to Get Rid of Versicolor for Good

Versicolor is a skin condition that creates off-colored patches on the skin. This condition is caused by fungus and typically affects the upper body around the chest and back area. While versicolor isn't contagious or life-threatening, it creates patterns on the skin that people may find aesthetically displeasing. There are several actions that can be taken to eliminate versicolor.

Things You'll Need

• Shampoo containing selenium sulfide
• Anti-fungal cream

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Instructions

• 1

  Shower or take a bath once a day with warm water and wash the problem areas. Use a soft scrubber to remove dead skin cells. Doing so is a helpful first step of removing the fungus that triggers versicolor.

• 2

  Apply a shampoo containing selenium sulfide. Do this two times a week for up to four weeks. This type of shampoo can be found at most drug stores.

• 3

  Rub some anti-fungal cream onto the affected areas of your body twice a day. Most products recommend repeating this process for approximately two weeks, but you should check your product's label for exact specifications. Doing so helps get the versicolor patches under control and speeds up the healing process. This type of cream is found at most drug stores and doesn't require a doctor's prescription.

• 4

  Eat a healthy diet and consume plenty of fruits and vegetables. This minimizes the buildup of toxins in your body and prevents versicolor from returning. Preferred foods are oranges, grapefruits and tomatoes. If possible, eat organic fruits and vegetables.

• 5

  Avoid high heat and humidity as much as possible. For example, sunbathing or sitting in a sauna can worsen problems and cause versicolor to spread.