Skin bleaching in African countries is a huge business. Sadly, in nations like Nigeria, 77% of women use skin bleaching creams. According to the World Health Organization, the chemicals in skin bleaching creams can cause liver damage, reduced resistance to infections, anxiety, depression and psychosis. Thankfully, one African country is taking a stand against skin bleaching creams.

 

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Al Jazeera reports, skin bleaching creams are now banned in the country of Rwanda. The government is enforcing a ban on the products by removing them from stores. However, there are concerns that some people will buy “unregulated products,” which can put their health at even more risk. The ban began in November under President Paul Kagame.

Source: Rwanda Is Reportedly The Third African Nation To Ban Skin Bleaching Creams