TikTok’s darkened skin trend accused of ‘promoting colourism’

ByJerome Smith
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52487123

A composite grid shows people reacting to the trend online

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The trend has reignited debate about colourism in India – and beyond

A viral TikTok trend in India has been accused of promoting colourism.

It involves users digitally darkening their skin colour and looking sad –

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