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Dangers of Skin Lightening Chemicals
- Harmful chemicals like hydroquinone, kojic acid, and mercury are in many skin lightening creams despite bans.
- High dosages cause serious side effects including burns, weakened skin, and possibly cancer.
Physical and Social Impact on Children
- Fatima's children suffer from permanent scars, burns, and severe discoloration.
- Her daughter hides her lips' damage under a niqab to avoid stigma and rejection.
Skin Tone Pressure in Nigeria
- In Nigeria, lighter skin is linked to beauty and wealth, creating societal pressure to bleach.
- Even marriage prospects depend on skin tone, leading some women to bleach themselves and their children secretly.