Mercury in Skin Lightening Products

Author: WHO
Organization: WHO
Themes: Health;Products
Language:  English
Year published: 2011

Mercury is a common ingredient found in skin lightening soaps and creams. It is also found in other cosmetics, such as eye makeup cleansing products and mascara. Exposure can result in severe health effects, such as kidney damage, skin rashes or fungal infections.

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