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Dreaming of light skin

November 6, 2015

While westerners flock to beaches in the quest for the perfect tan, white skin is an ideal for many with darker skin.

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In Asian countries, billions of euros are spent on skin whitening products, which account for over a quarter of cosmetic sales.