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Vitiligo treatment
Simple treatment protocol
A clear routine for supporting repigmentation
The routine combines controlled light exposure, topical support and daily nutritional support.
Important for children under 12 years: use Protopic 0.03% instead of Protopic 0.1%, and use Vitix Tablets instead of Vitistop Tablets. Prescription treatment should always be used according to the child’s doctor.
Your first month
A detailed day-by-day treatment example
Consistency is one of the most important parts of vitiligo treatment. The example below shows how tablets, topical treatment and three weekly light sessions can be organised during the first month.
The first-month routine
- Vitistop Tablets: take 1 tablet after breakfast and 1 tablet after your evening meal. This initial two-tablet phase is intended to provide stronger nutritional support at the beginning of the routine, with the aim of supporting repigmentation and helping the body during an active phase of vitiligo.
- Vitistop Gel: apply a thin layer to the white patches approximately 30 minutes before every 311 nm NB-UVB or controlled-sunlight session.
- Protopic 0.1% or Opzelura: if either medicine has been prescribed, apply it approximately one hour before sleep. Add a morning application only if your doctor has advised it.
- If you do not use Protopic or Opzelura: apply a thin layer of Vitistop Gel to the white patches at bedtime as part of your evening routine.
- Light treatment: complete three sessions per week during the first two months, always leaving at least 48 hours between sessions.
Important: Protopic and Opzelura are prescription medicines. Use them only at the frequency and on the areas prescribed by your doctor. Do not apply them immediately before light exposure.
Example week: Monday to Sunday
Weeks 2–4
Repeat the same Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule throughout the first month. Continue taking two Vitistop Tablets daily, applying Vitistop Gel before every light session and following your prescribed topical routine.
Adjust each treated area according to its own response. Record the exposure time for every area and take comparison photographs at the end of week 4.
How the routine changes after the first month
Month 2
Reduce Vitistop Tablets to 1 tablet daily after a meal. Continue light treatment three times weekly, with at least 48 hours between sessions.
Month 3 onward
Continue with 1 Vitistop Tablet daily. Reduce light treatment to twice weekly and continue consistently until the end of the treatment process.
Tablet break
After every three months of tablet use, take a 3–4 week break from Vitistop Tablets before beginning the next cycle.
Home phototherapy
Preparing for your first NB-UVB session
- Apply Vitistop Gel 30 minutes before the session.
- Plug in the mains lead and switch the UVB unit on.
- Initial exposure time (first session):
- Adults: 30 seconds
- Children: 15 seconds
Dose adjustment
Ongoing NB-UVB treatment directions
- Treat 2–3 times per week, leaving at least 48 hours between UVB sessions.
- Only treat when any redness (erythema) from the previous exposure has subsided and the skin has fully recovered.
A desired skin reaction (erythema - slight redness) typically appears 6–8 hours after UVB exposure:
No redness:
increase UVB exposure time by 20 seconds.
Mild redness:
if it clears within 24 hours, you may increase the exposure by 20 seconds at the next session.
Noticeable redness:
(desired response) if the skin is still slightly pink after 24 hours, keep the same exposure time and wait until the redness has completely faded before treating again.
Strong redness:
pause NB-UVB treatment until the skin has returned to normal, then reduce the exposure time by 20%.
The typical exposure per spot is about 3–4 minutes, depending on skin type.
Sunlight as an alternative – recommended in summer
Example routine with controlled sunlight
- Apply Vitistop Gel to the affected areas and wait for approximately 30 minutes.
- Expose the skin to sunlight for around 5 minutes.
- If there is no mild redness by the following day, the exposure time may be increased gradually in steps of approximately 5 minutes.
- Treat 2–3 times per week, leaving at least 48 hours between sessions.
Aim for a slight redness
A desired skin reaction is a slight redness (erythema). This mild, temporary pinkness may occur and can remain visible until the following day.
Typical exposure time
Because sunlight intensity varies depending on the season, the typical exposure time is roughly 15–30 minutes, depending heavily on your skin type and the strength of the sun. The exposure time should always be adjusted individually.
Real treatment progress
Results with Vitistop Gel and sunlight
The photographs below show visible progress on the hands, which are generally among the most difficult areas of the body to repigment. The customer followed a consistent routine using only Vitistop products together with controlled sunlight exposure.
“I am more than satisfied with the product. The improvement is clearly visible, and it has made me feel so much better emotionally. ❤️ Thanks to you, I no longer have to hide my hands under the table.” Marta
Additional note: The results might have been even better if the customer had used prescribed Protopic together with a 311 nm NB-UVB lamp during the winter months.
What to expect
Small dots of new pigment may begin to appear after approximately 4–8 weeks, but meaningful progress often requires several months of regular treatment.
Areas respond differently
The face, neck and body often respond more readily. Hands, fingers, feet and joints usually require more patience.
Need help building your routine?
Tell us the age of the person being treated, the location of the patches and whether you plan to use an NB-UVB lamp or sunlight.
Contact VitiligoShopThis guide provides general information only and does not replace diagnosis, medical advice or instructions supplied with an NB-UVB device or prescription medicine.
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What is repigmentation in vitiligo?
Repigmentation means restoring natural skin pigment to the white patches caused by vitiligo.
Creams & Tablets for Vitiligo – Expert support for repigmentation
Vitiligo can affect your confidence and quality of life. While there’s no single “cure,” modern dermatology offers specialised creams and tablets that work together to stimulate pigment cells (melanocytes) and help your skin regain colour.
How they work
- Restore melanocytes: VitistopGel uses enzymes and plant extracts—most importantly babchi oil, a natural extract rich in psoralens that increases skin’s light sensitivity—to protect and revive pigment cells.
- Boost melanin: VitistopTablets contain L‑tyrosine, copper, zinc and B‑vitamins to speed up pigment production.
- Fight oxidative stress: Antioxidants neutralise free radicals that can trigger vitiligo.
- Enhance phototherapy: Psoralens in the cream make skin more responsive to UVB light, improving treatment results.
Repigmentation stages (VitistopGel + UV light)
Stage1
A faint pink tint appears as melanocytes reactivate.
Stage2
Pink areas shrink and blend with surrounding skin.
Stage3
White spots disappear, revealing a uniform skin tone.
Why try them?
- Non‑invasive: Gentle enough for long‑term use.
- Fast results: You may see repigmentation in weeks.
- Complete therapy: Creams + tablets complement UVB phototherapy.
- Boost confidence: Restoring pigment can improve self‑esteem.
Expert endorsement
Developed with leading dermatologists, Vitistop creams and tablets protect melanocytes and encourage new pigment formation. Trusted by patients worldwide.
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