Skin lightening for cosmetic reasons is associated with profound negative impacts on well-
being, and adverse effects on the skin, resulting in immense challenges for dermatologists …

Cosmetic skin lightening is a growing dermatologic public health problem that affects
communities of color worldwide. Despite well-documented adverse health effects, cosmetic …

Background Skin‐lightening products are commonly used by black communities in South
Africa and worldwide. This practice has deep historical and cultural roots and is associated …

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 …

Background The use and misuse of skin‐lightening products among women living in Arab
communities have not been documented previously. This study investigates the …

Background Cutaneous adverse sequelae of skin lightening creams present with myriad
skin complications and affect dermatology practice, particularly in sub‐Saharan Africa where …

From light-skinned deities depicted in ancient religious tableaux, pearl-swallowing practices
in China, turmeric ceremonies in India to clay application in Africa, history has been …

Africa is considered a continent of mystery and intrigue with absurd concepts and beliefs.
Cosmetic dermatology is no less intriguing than other issues. While quick judgement may be …

The human skin color is one of the most perceptible phenotypic variations among humans
and is determined primarily by the type and amount of melanin synthesized within …

Background The practice of skin lightening has been reported from North America, Europe,
Asia, and Africa. In literature, some prevalence rates exceed 50%, and both sexes are …