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77% of Nigerian Women Use Dangerous Skin-Whitening Products

3/25/2025

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In Nigeria, a staggering 77% of women use skin-whitening products, often with devastating consequences. Mothers like Fatima lament the burns and scars inflicted on their children by these creams. Driven by colonial beauty ideals, this dangerous trend not only harms skin but also poses serious health risks. Ongoing efforts aim to regulate these harmful products.

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In Nigeria, a staggering 77% of women use skin-whitening products, often with devastating consequences. Mothers like Fatima lament the burns and scars inflicted on their children by these creams. Driven by colonial beauty ideals, this dangerous trend not only harms skin but also poses serious health risks. Ongoing efforts aim to regulate these harmful products.