Body · Pattern guide

Loss of skin colour

Light or white patches that need accurate identification. Guidance, not a diagnosis.

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What it looks like

Signs

loss of colourwhite or lighter patchespossible hair colour change

What may help

Options

sun protectiondermatology assessment

When to get help

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Different conditions can cause colour loss. Arrange an examination for an accurate diagnosis, especially if patches are spreading.

Reviewed 2026-07-22

Sources.

American Academy of Dermatology · Vitiligo

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