A television investigation discovered shops in London selling unlicensed or prescription-only skin-bleaching products “behind the counter” including Fashion Fair Cream, Movate, and Dermovate. Watch this video or read the full article here.
Watch this trailer for Dark Girls, a documentary about skin color. This is a must-watch for everyone, light-skinned or dark-skinned. Highlights: “I remember one in particular, they used to say — you stayed in the oven too long. That was really hurtful. “ “Being in school, there was such a separation among girls who were … Continue reading Video: Trailer for Dark Girls (a documentary)→
Watch this Al Jazeera news segment about the problem of illegal bleaching creams and their effects. It interviews ‘Marcia’, a user whose skin has been damaged. Some memorable quotes: Dermatologist: “Lighter skin is better skin or lighter skin will get you a better job…” UK customs officer in the UK: “Everytime we make a seizure, … Continue reading Video: Everywoman – Skin Bleaching→
View this incredible short documentary on skin bleaching in Jamaica. Highlights: A boy started bleaching his skin since he was 13 to attract girls. In Kingston, Jamaica, there are “vampires” – people who have bleached so much that their skin has become sensitive to sunlight. So they can only go out at night. One girl … Continue reading Video: Skin bleaching in Jamaica→
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