Thursday, September 10, 2009

Skin whiteners labeled racist


by Sara Sidner
CNN
September 9, 2009

Story Highlights

Indian lawmaker slams skin whitener products as racist, highly objectionable

Series of advertisements in Asia give impression light skin better than dark skin

Many looking to marry say they want light-skinned partner

Companies say their products are meeting a demand

[Blogger's note: Cosmetic purveyors are historically notorious for using fear to sell their product, and also ignoring health risks...]

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