The global prevalence and correlates of skin bleaching: a meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis.

Dominic SagoeStåle PallesenNcoza C DlovaMargaret LarteyKhaled EzzedineOphelia Dadzie

Published in: International journal of dermatology (2018)

Despite some limitations, our results indicate that the practice of skin bleaching is a serious global public health issue that should be addressed through appropriate public health interventions.

Keyphrases

public health
hydrogen peroxide
soft tissue
wound healing
global health
healthcare
primary care
risk factors
nitric oxide