Abstract
Use of skin whitening products in Sri Lanka: an observational study
Highlights
Use of skin whitening products is associated with adverse effects such as acne, skin atrophy, hypertrichosis and telangiectasia that have some resemblance to steroid-induced skin changes
Fair complexion is often considered a symbol of social dignity in South Asian cultures
This observational study was conducted at an outpatient Dermatology clinic in Kandy, Sri Lanka for a period of three months from 1st August to 31st October, 2018
Summary
Fair complexion is often considered a symbol of social dignity in South Asian cultures. Skin whitening products are readily available from grocery stores, pharmacies and over the Internet. These products are marketed as skin “whitening”, “lightening”, “brightening”, “fading” or “fairness” creams[2]. Such skin care products do not necessarily improve the skin colour as the name would suggest and some give rise to undesired adverse effects as well. Fair complexion is often considered a symbol of social dignity in South Asian cultures and the use of skin whitening products is prevalent
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