Reality TV star Kim Kardashian shared intimate details about her family’s experience with skin conditions during a recent episode of the She MD podcast. Kardashian, 43, revealed that one of her sons is coping with vitiligo, a condition characterized by patches of skin losing pigment.
In the podcast, Kardashian discussed how the condition has manifested within her family, mentioning its inheritance through her mother Kris Jenner and now affecting her son in a milder form. While she didn’t specify which of her boys has vitiligo, she acknowledged that all four of her children also deal with varying degrees of eczema.
Managing her son’s vitiligo diagnosis involved a steep learning curve for Kardashian, who admitted initially knowing little about the condition. She undertook extensive research to understand its origins, hereditary nature, and effective management strategies, which she now feels equipped to share with others.
Vitiligo, defined by the Mayo Clinic as a non-life-threatening and non-contagious condition resulting from the loss of skin pigment cells, has also touched Kardashian’s social circle. She counts supermodel Winnie Harlow among her friends, who has embraced and highlighted her own journey with vitiligo.
Kardashian and Harlow’s friendship extends beyond personal support, including collaborations on beauty products and mutual admiration for each other’s resilience and confidence. Their discussions have also delved into the challenges of raising children with unique skin conditions, drawing on Harlow’s upbringing and her grandmother’s empowering advice.
As Kardashian continues to navigate her son’s health journey, she remains committed to raising awareness about vitiligo and supporting others facing similar challenges. Through her platform, she hopes to educate and inspire empathy for those affected by skin conditions worldwide.