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Risks of Skin Whitening Creams
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Mayam Nawaz
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Night_Hawk
Siasat.pk - Blogger
[h=1]Skin-lightening risks[/h]
Non-prescription creams that claim to bleach or lighten your skin can be harmful.
'Patients are often very distressed by the results of skin-lightening creams'
Hermione Lawson, British Skin Foundation
A survey carried out by the British Skin Foundation found 16% of dermatologists believe lightening creams are completely unsafe, and 80% feel they are only safe when prescribed by a dermatologist.
[h=2]Illegal creams[/h] There are prescription-only lightening creams, which must be used under the supervision of a doctor. A lightening cream obtained without prescription – for example, bought in a shop – may contain banned substances and be on sale illegally. People who use these illegally sold creams might not realise the harm they can cause.
Hermione Lawsone of the British Skin Foundation says: "Unfortunately, many skin-lightening creams contain illegal compounds that can damage your health. The most common compounds are high-dose steroids."
Some creams also contain hydroquinone, a bleaching agent banned from use in cosmetics but can be prescribed by doctors for medical reasons.
The damaging effects of these products are taken seriously by the law. In November 2012, a man pleaded guilty to possessing skin-lightening creams for supply, as well as prescription-only medications. The skin-lightening creams contained hydroquinone. The man was fined 1,000 and ordered to pay prosecution costs of 1,375.
In March 2009, a man who sold unlicensed medicines and banned cosmetics, including skin-lightening creams containing corticosteroids and hydroquinone, was ordered to pay 80,000 in fines, costs and repayment of illegal earnings.
[h=2]Skin lightening risks[/h] Although steroids can be useful in treating some skin diseases, such as psoriasis and eczema, this must take place under the supervision of a skin specialist.
"Unmonitored use of high-dose steroids can lead to many problems," says Lawson. "Patients are often very distressed by the results of skin-lightening creams."
Skin-lightening creams can cause:
[h=2]Medical skin lightening[/h] "Medically approved preparations prescribed by a GP or a dermatologist are not dangerous, within reason," says Lawson.
A cream that you buy over the counter is not necessarily medically approved and could permanently damage your skin.
Depigmentation, a medical treatment that lightens or fades skin, is sometimes used in the treatment of vitiligo (a condition that causes pale patches on the skin).
This treatment uses prescription medication and needs medical supervision. It's not suitable for everybody. Find out more about vitiligo.
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/skin/Pages/Skinlightening.aspx
Non-prescription creams that claim to bleach or lighten your skin can be harmful.
'Patients are often very distressed by the results of skin-lightening creams'
Hermione Lawson, British Skin Foundation
A survey carried out by the British Skin Foundation found 16% of dermatologists believe lightening creams are completely unsafe, and 80% feel they are only safe when prescribed by a dermatologist.
[h=2]Illegal creams[/h] There are prescription-only lightening creams, which must be used under the supervision of a doctor. A lightening cream obtained without prescription – for example, bought in a shop – may contain banned substances and be on sale illegally. People who use these illegally sold creams might not realise the harm they can cause.
Hermione Lawsone of the British Skin Foundation says: "Unfortunately, many skin-lightening creams contain illegal compounds that can damage your health. The most common compounds are high-dose steroids."
Some creams also contain hydroquinone, a bleaching agent banned from use in cosmetics but can be prescribed by doctors for medical reasons.
The damaging effects of these products are taken seriously by the law. In November 2012, a man pleaded guilty to possessing skin-lightening creams for supply, as well as prescription-only medications. The skin-lightening creams contained hydroquinone. The man was fined 1,000 and ordered to pay prosecution costs of 1,375.
In March 2009, a man who sold unlicensed medicines and banned cosmetics, including skin-lightening creams containing corticosteroids and hydroquinone, was ordered to pay 80,000 in fines, costs and repayment of illegal earnings.
[h=2]Skin lightening risks[/h] Although steroids can be useful in treating some skin diseases, such as psoriasis and eczema, this must take place under the supervision of a skin specialist.
"Unmonitored use of high-dose steroids can lead to many problems," says Lawson. "Patients are often very distressed by the results of skin-lightening creams."
Skin-lightening creams can cause:
- permanent skin bleaching
- thinning of skin
- uneven colour loss, leading to a blotchy appearance
- redness
- intense irritation
[h=2]Medical skin lightening[/h] "Medically approved preparations prescribed by a GP or a dermatologist are not dangerous, within reason," says Lawson.
A cream that you buy over the counter is not necessarily medically approved and could permanently damage your skin.
Depigmentation, a medical treatment that lightens or fades skin, is sometimes used in the treatment of vitiligo (a condition that causes pale patches on the skin).
This treatment uses prescription medication and needs medical supervision. It's not suitable for everybody. Find out more about vitiligo.
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/skin/Pages/Skinlightening.aspx
Night_Hawk
Siasat.pk - Blogger
[h=1]Skin whitening creams can cause long-term damage, doctors warn[/h] By Nalini Ravichandran
Published: 18:01 EST, 4 August 2013 | Updated: 18:01 EST, 4 August 2013
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Fairness creams are a thriving market in India, especially among women aged between 20 and 30
Fairness creams have long been accused of being discriminatory and racist, but what is a lesser known fact about the million dollar industry is that they can land you with far more serious problems.
Most creams sold in the market are a dangerous cocktail of compounds like steroids, hydroquinone, and tretinoin; the long term use of which can lead to lethal health concerns likes permanent pigmentation, skin cancer, liver damage, mercury poisoning and others.
India has a thriving fairness industry and fairness creams are reportedly the most popular in the unfettered skin care market.
Yet, the formulations of these blitz products are shrouded in mystery and awareness of their hazardous effects is low.
While the stigma and the stereotypes they promote is a matter of concern, they are guilty of causing irreparable damage to the skin.
"There are plenty of cases of side effects especially among women in the age group of 20-30.
"Incidence of side effects among 14-15 year-olds is worrying too. About 30 per cent of long term users report adverse effects," said Dr Nitin Walia, consultant dermatology, Max Healthcare.
Skin lightening creams contain mainly two chemicals, hydroquinone or mercury.
"Many long term users of fairness creams report with a difficult-to-treat condition called refractory pigmentation.
Published: 18:01 EST, 4 August 2013 | Updated: 18:01 EST, 4 August 2013
Fairness creams are a thriving market in India, especially among women aged between 20 and 30
Fairness creams have long been accused of being discriminatory and racist, but what is a lesser known fact about the million dollar industry is that they can land you with far more serious problems.
Most creams sold in the market are a dangerous cocktail of compounds like steroids, hydroquinone, and tretinoin; the long term use of which can lead to lethal health concerns likes permanent pigmentation, skin cancer, liver damage, mercury poisoning and others.
India has a thriving fairness industry and fairness creams are reportedly the most popular in the unfettered skin care market.
Yet, the formulations of these blitz products are shrouded in mystery and awareness of their hazardous effects is low.
While the stigma and the stereotypes they promote is a matter of concern, they are guilty of causing irreparable damage to the skin.
"There are plenty of cases of side effects especially among women in the age group of 20-30.
"Incidence of side effects among 14-15 year-olds is worrying too. About 30 per cent of long term users report adverse effects," said Dr Nitin Walia, consultant dermatology, Max Healthcare.
Skin lightening creams contain mainly two chemicals, hydroquinone or mercury.
"Many long term users of fairness creams report with a difficult-to-treat condition called refractory pigmentation.
smauelryan
New Member
If we use unbranded creams for skin whitening then you may have more chances to faces problems with that. Branded creams, intake of fruits are playing a vital role to get the best skin.
Akmal Zaidi
Senator (1k+ posts)
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Waisay apas ki baat hay zubaida aapa wali cream kaisy hay........lagta hay unho nay khud per use nahi ki..(bigsmile)
Kala shah kala ..................kala hay dildaar kay gori aano para karo................ ya phir
sanwli saloni c mahbooba..................
Waisay apas ki baat hay zubaida aapa wali cream kaisy hay........lagta hay unho nay khud per use nahi ki..(bigsmile)
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Prime Minister (20k+ posts)
