Illegal skin lightening cream being sold in UK butchers, watchdog warns
A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.
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Notable Quotes
"the sale of illegal skin lightening products is not only dangerous, it is unlawful"
— Tendy Lindsay , Activist
"I definitely saw a difference in my skin complexion and felt like I needed to keep up with it, because if I stopped, I would revert back to my original skin complexion."
— Daniel Murrell-Williamson , Other
"I was unaware of the dangers posed by skin lightening creams but had done so after experiencing colourism and racism related to my skin tone as a child."
— Arlene Dihoulou , Other
Key People
A woman who discussed her experiences related to skin lightening creams and racism.
A young man who shared his personal experience with illegal skin lightening products.
A long-standing advocate for equality, diversity and inclusion.
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A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.
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