21 Mar 2026 Blogpost Chemicals & waste

Detoxifying cosmetics and beauty ideals is also a way to #FightRacism

UNEP

On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we highlight that detoxifying cosmetics and beauty ideals is also a way to fight racism..

Exposure to mercury in cosmetics, including some skin-lightening products, disproportionately affects women & vulnerable communities. Under the MinamataConvention, Parties commit to protect human health and the environment by phasing out mercury-added cosmetics.

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