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Know what you're working with
Learn how Malassezia behaves and why these conditions flare. Our free Malassezia Handbook covers the science in plain language, and if you're unsure what you have, a dermatologist can confirm a diagnosis.
Tinea Versicolor
Spots that won't tan with the rest of your skin.
Manage the patches.
Tinea versicolor is a chronic, Malassezia-driven condition that thrives in heat and humidity. Learn what's actually going on, then build a Malassezia-safe maintenance routine from our collection of solutions that help manage symptoms between seasons.
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Yeast that disrupts the skin's pigment production
Tinea versicolor is caused by Malassezia overgrowing on the skin and producing compounds that interfere with melanin production in the affected areas. The result is patches that are lighter or darker than your surrounding skin, often most visible after sun exposure.
It's common and harmless to your overall health. Once the yeast is back under control, the discoloration still takes time to even out, since pigment production needs time to recover.
Managing it day to day
Chronic skin conditions respond to consistent, Malassezia-safe routines. Here's how to build yours.
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Audit what you're already using
Many mainstream products contain oils and fatty acids Malassezia feeds on, so a routine can quietly work against you. Run your labels through our free Ingredient Checker to spot ingredients that can make things worse.
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Keep it under control
Fungal acne, seb derm, dandruff, and tinea versicolor can come back. A Malassezia-safe routine built on our collection of OTC solutions helps manage symptoms and keeps flares less frequent, so you're not starting over each time.
Get ahead of next season.
Shop our collection of solutions that support a Malassezia-safe maintenance routine, so hot months do not catch you off guard.
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