1. Take 5 teaspoons of turmeric powder and mix in 250 ml of mustard oil and apply on the white patches of skin, twice a day, usually advised for a period of 12-15 months.

2. Application of sweet basil leaves extract with lemon juice, advised for 5-6 months.

3. Most of the traditional Indian practitioners advise the patient to drink water kept overnight in a copper vessel

4. Tamarind seeds and Psorolia seeds (Bakuchi Seeds) are soaked in the water used to wash rice for 7 days. Then, this is ground into a paste and applied on the patches to give immediate results. This is a very effective method, however for some people it resulted in burning sensation and boils.

5. Fresh ginger juice with Bakuchi powder mix – Obese persons with spots on highly muscular areas

6. Application of radish (white) seeds with vinegar is widely practiced in Calcutta.

7. Many parts of Kerala advise Bakuchi seed powder with coconut oil to be used for external application

8. Some specialised practitioners in Kerala advise the following as diet for 40 days with external application – 600 gm raw cucumber and 3 betel leaves three times a day and food made from bitter gourd.

9. Ginger juice with red clay is used for external application in Karnataka

1. Figs

Figs have some essential properties that can heal white patches. Try to consume lots of figs in the raw form daily for a month or two to get rid of the problem of white spots and patches on the skin. This will help to purify the blood and improve its circulation. Else you can roast the figs and powder them and add some water to it to make a thick paste. Now apply this paste on the white patches on the skin and leave it for a few minutes before rinsing the area with clean water. Along with figs, experts also recommend to regularly consume walnuts to improve the white dry spots on the

skin. You can also make a paste of walnut powder and water and apply it over the affected parts of the skin.

1. Copper

Copper has got some fertility boosting properties which is good for the immune system. Take a copper flask or a copper vessel, pour drinking water in it and leave it overnight at room temperature. In the morning the water will be infused with copper ions which help in the production of melanin. Once the melanin level in the body becomes normal, skin pigmentation could be corrected and the problem of white patches will be no more. Try to have this water on an empty stomach, every morning. Do not keep this water in a refrigerator as it can destroy its properties and will not be that effective.

1. Honey

Honey is used in the treatment of different types of skin conditions including the appearance of white patches on the skin. The anti-fungal property of honey is highly beneficial in killing bacteria and keeping your skin healthy and glowing. Honey gets absorbed properly into the skin and promotes healing. First clean your skin properly with water and pat dry it. Now apply raw honey to the affected skin area and allow it to absorb fully into the skin for best affects. Another option is to add two tablespoons of honey to one teaspoon each of rice powder, sandalwood powder and turmeric powder. Apply this paste on the affected area and wash after ten minutes. This will help to prevent the appearance of white spots.

2. Holy Basil

Holy basil oil is also highly beneficial in treating the appearance of white patches on the skin. You can apply the holy basil oil directly on the affected areas to get rid of ugly white spots and patches. Another option is to boil a few holy basil leaves in water. If you

wish you can add some turmeric powder to the boiling water which is an excellent antiseptic and antifungal agent. Allow the water to come to room temperature and then use this water to wash the affected skin area or face.

1. Neem

Neem is excellent for treating all kinds of skin problems, so you should make a powder of dried leaves, flowers and fruits of the Neem tree and consume one teaspoon of the powder with water daily. This helps to fight any autoimmune disorders and treat the condition. Else you can grind some Neem leaves to a paste by adding little water. Apply the paste to the affected skin area and rinse after ten minutes with water. If done on the regular basis, this remedy will clear the white spots and restore the original color of your skin.

1. Radish Seeds

One of the best known home cures for white spots disorder is radish seeds. Take about 25 grams of radish seeds and then grind them to make a coarse powder. Now to this powdered radish seeds add two teaspoons of vinegar and mix it properly. Apply this paste on the affected area for half an hour and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. In case radish seeds are not available, then you can use radish leaves. Take few radish leaves and grind them to form a thick paste and then add some white vinegar. Leave this paste aside in room temperature for overnight. Next morning apply this paste over the affected area and leave it on the skin for one to two hours. When this remedy is followed daily you can notice improvement in your skin color within a month.