Abstract 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 with adverse cutaneous effects. Methods: A cross-sectional survey of 579 African and Indian women aged 18–70 years was conducted in two large public hospitals in Durban, South Africa. Results: […]
Introduction Skin creams that have bleaching properties and that are reputed to improve the complexion are much sought after by black South African women. The legacy of apartheid in South Africa has left more than what is overtly obvious for black South Africans and indoctrinated misconceptions that will take many years to change. ‘‘Black’’ for […]
Summary Background: Cutaneous adverse sequelae of skin lightening creams present with myriad skin complications and affect dermatology practice, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa where such products are widely used, with a prevalence of 25– 67%. Objectives: To examine the skin lightening practices of both African and Indian women living in South Africa. Methods: A cross-sectional survey […]
Abstract Purpose: To estimate and investigate the global lifetime prevalence and correlates of skin bleaching. Methods: A meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis was performed based on a systematic and comprehensive literature search conducted in Google Scholar, ISI Web of Science, ProQuest, PsycNET, PubMed, and other relevant websites and reference lists. A total of 68 studies (67,665 […]
Abstract: 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 coloured by our questionable aversion to the darker shades. Complexion has assumed psychological, economic and political currency with continued growth in the desire for skin lighteners sweeping the boundaries of […]
Correspondence The 4th African Ethnic Skin and Hair Workshop took place at the Continental Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya, from November 8‐11, 2012. The workshop deliberated extensively on various dermatoses that affect people of African descent. The previous workshop, held in Accra, Ghana, in 2010, saw the presentations of three scientific studies focusing on the issues of […]