Depigmentation

Depigmentation is when the skin becomes lighter or loses its natural color. This can happen because of health conditions or treatments.

Sometimes, people are born with a condition called vitiligo. This causes patches of lighter skin.

There are special creams people can use to change their skin color. Two common creams are monobenzone and mequinol. Monobenzone can permanently remove skin pigment, but it needs careful sun protection. Mequinol makes the skin very pale, and the skin does not return to its original color.

For tough dark spots on the skin, doctors may use special treatments like the Q-switched ruby laser, cryotherapy, or TCA peels. It is important to talk to a doctor before trying any of these treatments.