- Generalised – This is the most common type and the patch formed on different parts of the body.
- Segmental – In this type, the smooth white patches appear on only one side of the body.
- Mucosal – The mucosal membrane is affected with this type of vitiligo.
- Focal – A rare type, the patches are formed on only one area and do not spread for one or two years.
- Trichome – This is a rare condition where the skin texture ranges from light pigmentation to colorless white spots.
- Universal – Herein, more than 80% of the skin is infected with vitiligo.