Knowledge of the risks associated with skin bleaching among Togolese users.
We examined the extent of Togolese users' knowledge of the health risks associated with the regular use of bleaching agents. A massive underestimation of some of the main risks was discovered. The more frequent the use of bleaching agents, the higher the underestimation.
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Department of Psychology, University of Lomé, Lome, Togo.
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M T Munoz
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001505:Beauty Culture; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012880:Skin Pigmentation / Q000187:drug effects*; D014037:Togo