Skin-lightening is an aesthetic practice of global concern. By adopting a biopsycho-social
approach, we consider the interplay between the biological, psychological and social factors …

Chemicals capable of lightening the skin-variously known as skin-bleaching, skin-lightening,
depigmenting, skin-evening and skin-brightening agents-are among the most commonly …

Many cases of dermatologic complication were reported with the use of skin lightening
products. This study assessed the skin lightening practice and health symptoms among …

For more than a century, skin lighteners have been a ubiquitous feature of global popular
culture—embraced by consumers even as they were fiercely opposed by medical …

The indiscriminate use of non-regulated skin lighteners among African populations has
raised health concerns due to the negative effects associated with skin lightener toxicity. For …

Background The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge about, attitude toward,
and use of skin lightening products (SLP) and its social and psychological correlates among …

Background Most skin lightening products are composed of some toxic chemicals such as
mercury and hydroquinone which are classified under critical ingredients which need …

Skin color, along with hair and eye color, is genetically determined by the amount of melanin
found in the top layers of skin. Its varied presence–which accounts for different skin colors-is …

Background The use of skin lightening agents (SLAs) is common among African females
with black skin color. Although they usually contain harmful ingredients and can cause …

Background The global prevalence of skin depigmentation/skin bleaching among blacks,
estimated at 35%, is on the rise and is associated with a host of negative health and medical …