The primary symptoms of tinea versicolor are scaly spots or patches on the skin. These patches are typically white and oval-shaped, though they can also be dark or reddish tan in color. On darker skin tones, the patches often appear lighter than surrounding skin.
Tinea versicolor patches occur most often on the shoulders, neck, and trunk (the central region of the body), but they can appear in other areas, as well. Rarely, patches can show up on the face.
The patches often have sharp borders or edges, and can look different in the sunlight. They also typically have a very fine scale that becomes more noticeable with gentle rubbing.
As the rest of your skin tans and darkens, the patches become more visible.
These spots can come and go, especially as seasons change and outside temperatures fluctuate. The spots may be more noticeable when the weather is hot and humid (as in summer) and may be less noticeable or even disappear in fall and winter. The condition is more common in people who exercise.
These other symptoms may also appear:
- Itching
- Scaling of the skin
- Increased sweating
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