[HTML][HTML] The dark side of skin lightening: An international collaboration and review of a public health issue affecting dermatology
S Pollock, S Taylor, O Oyerinde, S Nurmohamed… - International journal of …, 2021 - Elsevier
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 …
being, and adverse effects on the skin, resulting in immense challenges for dermatologists …
Cosmetic skin lightening use and side effects
N Masub, A Khachemoune - Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022 - Taylor & Francis
Cosmetic skin lightening is a growing dermatologic public health problem that affects
communities of color worldwide. Despite well-documented adverse health effects, cosmetic …
communities of color worldwide. Despite well-documented adverse health effects, cosmetic …
Women's perceptions of the benefits and risks of skin‐lightening creams in two South African communities
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 …
Africa and worldwide. This practice has deep historical and cultural roots and is associated …
[HTML][HTML] The phenomenon of skin lightening: Is it right to be light?
LM Davids, J Van Wyk, NP Khumalo… - South African Journal of …, 2016 - scielo.org.za
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 …
depigmenting, skin-evening and skin-brightening agents-are among the most commonly …
Skin‐lightening practice among women living in Jordan: prevalence, determinants, and user's awareness
Background The use and misuse of skin‐lightening products among women living in Arab
communities have not been documented previously. This study investigates the …
communities have not been documented previously. This study investigates the …
Skin lightening practices: an epidemiological study of South African women of African and Indian ancestries
Background Cutaneous adverse sequelae of skin lightening creams present with myriad
skin complications and affect dermatology practice, particularly in sub‐Saharan Africa where …
skin complications and affect dermatology practice, particularly in sub‐Saharan Africa where …
[HTML][HTML] A fairer face, a fairer tomorrow? A review of skin lighteners
L Naidoo, N Khoza, NC Dlova - Cosmetics, 2016 - mdpi.com
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 …
in China, turmeric ceremonies in India to clay application in Africa, history has been …
The concept of skin bleaching in Africa and its devastating health implications
MM de Souza - Clinics in Dermatology, 2008 - cidjournal.com
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 …
Cosmetic dermatology is no less intriguing than other issues. While quick judgement may be …
[HTML][HTML] Systemic skin whitening/lightening agents: what is the evidence?
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 …
and is determined primarily by the type and amount of melanin synthesized within …
Use of skin‐lightening products among selected urban communities in Accra, Ghana
M Lartey, FD Krampa, M Abdul‐Rahman… - International journal …, 2017 - Wiley Online Library
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 …
Asia, and Africa. In literature, some prevalence rates exceed 50%, and both sexes are …