Ayurvedic Cure for Vitiligo

From the first thing after waking up to just before going to bed, the one thing we necessarily do is skincare. Because who doesn’t want perfect, flawless and even toned skin?

But Vitiligo can be scary.

What is Vitiligo?

The white patches on the skin due to loss of melanin pigment is known as Vitiligo or Leukoderma. The discoloration of skin is contagious and can spread to the other parts of the body. Vitiligo can be very distressing and socially challenging as with time the white patches starts getting noticed by the people. 

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What is the treatment for vitiligo?

Though there are multiple options available for controlling the de-pigmentation of skin, ayurveda is considered to be the safest and effective.

In Ayurveda, there are various treatments for vitiligo, which are: 

Panchakarma: 

It aims to eliminate ama, or toxins, from the body by different therapies such as Vamana(Inducing vomit), Virechan(purgation), Basti (Enema), Nasya (Nasal administration), and Raktamokshana (bloodletting). 
 

This therapy helps to treat vitiligo(Shwitra) by reducing inflammation, cleansing the body, and balancing doshas, (both Pitta and Vata). 

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Medicinal Herbs:
 

• Bakuchi (Psoralea Corylifolia Linn): It is an essential herb in Ayurveda that have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties that can cure several skin diseases. It helps in reducing and normalizing skin pigmentation. Bakuchi churna along with honey or coconut oil is helpful to prevent the destruction of pigment forming cells. A topical application of diluted Bakuchi oil can be used on the affected areas. 
   
• Manjistha (Rubia Cordifolia): It is a herb that might help to increase pigmentation when used externally. It has strong properties that can manage vitiligo and help restore your normal skin tone.
   
• Other Herbs: Depending on the illness, external use of herbs like: Khadira, Bhallataka, Mulaka, Daruharidra, Aragvadha, Haritaki, and Bedag Lepam may be required. Several traditional Ayurvedic formulations are usually used to treat vitiligo, such as Panchanana Taila (oil), Bakuchi Taila (oil), Mahatiktaka Ghrita (ghee), Arogyavardhini Vati (tablets), and Tuvarakadi Taila (oil). 

Vitiligo isn't just about the physical appearance but a mental battle also. You need to stay strong and aware about the cure of the disease. Patience along with ayurvedic treatment can bring your original skin back, which you adore.

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