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 …

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

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 Skin-lightening (SL) products are common, especially in Africa. Adverse effects
from these products represent a public health concern. Use of these products in Somaliland …

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 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 …

Background The use of skin‐lightening (SL) cosmetics appears to be common throughout
the world, especially among dark‐skinned women from sub‐Saharan Africa. Objectives The …

Background The use of skin lightening creams is common in the female population of some
African countries. The long‐term use of certain products for several months to years may …

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 Women are adopting skin‐lightening practices worldwide in an attempt to
enhance their skin tone. The reasons and beliefs behind such practices vary from culture to …