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The dangers of mercury in skin whitening products explained
Animated Explainer
CNN explains how high levels of mercury found in some skin whitening creams can affect the body of people using them and put entire households at risk by contaminating their homes. This story is part of 'White lies', a series by CNN's As Equals investigating skin whitening practices worldwide to expose the underlying drivers of colorism, the industry that profits from it and the cost to individuals and communities.
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Editor: Meera Senthilingam
Senior Production: Ladan Anoushfar
Art Direction: Elisa Solinas
Design and Animation: Agne Jurkenaite, Emma Beinish, Jue Gong Additional Animation: Patrick Gallagher, Taylor Su
Sound Design: Sofia Couciero
Awards:
2023 Emmy for Outstanding Graphic Design & Art Direction
2023 Society of Publication Designers Gold Medal
To learn more visit cnn.com
Editor: Meera Senthilingam
Senior Production: Ladan Anoushfar
Art Direction: Elisa Solinas
Design and Animation: Agne Jurkenaite, Emma Beinish, Jue Gong Additional Animation: Patrick Gallagher, Taylor Su
Sound Design: Sofia Couciero
Awards:
2023 Emmy for Outstanding Graphic Design & Art Direction
2023 Society of Publication Designers Gold Medal