
BBC OS Conversations: Colourism
The Documentary Podcast
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The Dangers of Skin Whitening Practices in Nigeria
This chapter explores the widespread use of unregulated skin whitening creams in Nigeria, exposing the harmful ingredients such as steroids and mercury. It reveals the troubling trend of young girls engaging in this practice due to societal pressures around skin tone, which poses significant health risks.
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