Preventing Depigmentation

Though it is not always possible to prevent the development of new areas of depigmentation, the following aspects should be considered along with the use of DermaBest® Novitil®:

Preventing skin damage (small wounds, surgery, insect bites, etc.) as much as possible --it could either trigger or worsen depigmentation (this is known as Koebner Phenomenon).

How to avoid insect bites and stings that could worsen Vitiligo?

Skin damage may trigger new areas of Vitiligo depigmentation.


To avoid biting insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, and chiggers:
  • Cover as much of your skin as possible with clothing, tuck pant legs into your socks.
  • Use an appropriate insect repellent.
  • Pay special attention to ankles, wrists, and neck.
  • Avoid certain places like swamps (mosquitoes), dense woods, fields, etc.

    To avoid stinging insects such as bees and wasps:
  • Be alert for nests and hives in the ground or hanging from houses or trees.
  • Do not wear perfume or scented lotions.
  • Control odors at picnics and other outdoor activities.
  • Avoid wearing brightly coloured clothing outdoors.

     

    Stress prevention. Diagnosis and treatment of any associated condition(s) (ex. thyroid disease, diabetes, anemia, etc).

    Avoid a list of substances that could further worsen depigmentation, including:

  • Hydroquinone
  • Hydrogen peroxide
  • Trichloroacetic acid
  • Phenolic acid
  • Glicolic acid, Fruit acids creams and lotions used for peelings
  • Retinoic acid and its by-products
  • Substances used for bleaching
  • Shampoos and cosmetics used to clear skin complexion
  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Promotion of health and skin care through:
    1. Appropriate regular exercise.
    2. A nutritious, well-balanced, healthy diet can help balance the activity of the immune system and protect from disease.

    It also helps recover from skin discolouration by providing essential vitamins, minerals, and oligoelements that take part in the process that leads to the formation of new pigment. Recently a group of compounds known as phytochemicals have been the focus of research. They have been proven to protect against cell damage and disease.

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