In many societies, there is often greater acceptance of light skin than dark skin. Light skin may be seen as a mark of beauty, intelligence and success. These beliefs can lead to social pressures even within the same racial or ethnic group, if some members are darker skinned than others.
More and more people with dark skin are using skin-lightening products
She says the chemicals are now more dangerous because they are stronger.
low birth weight in babies when mothers use it during pregnancy