Ho, ho, ho! Gather around, my dear friends, as I share with you a tale from the bustling world of the skin lightening (SL) industry, a realm that stretches far and wide across the globe, much like my own Christmas Eve journey. This industry, much like my workshop, is ever-growing and projected to twinkle even brighter in the decade to come. However, not all that glitters is gold, my dear elves.

In the land of dermatology, where skin health is paramount, SL treatments can be like the perfect gift for certain skin conditions, prescribed by the wise dermatologists. But beware, for lurking in the shadows are over-the-counter SL concoctions, filled with ingredients naughtier than the Grinch, capable of causing mischief to the skin and beyond. The lack of a guiding star, in the form of transparent information, leaves many wandering in the dark, especially when one considers the historical sleigh tracks of colorism that have shaped a part of this cosmetic SL wonderland.

Now, my dear helpers, as we navigate this snowy path, it’s important for the guardians of skin health, the dermatologists, to steer their sleighs with care. They must jingle all the way through biomedical and ethical snowstorms, ensuring they deliver the gift of knowledge about SL products to their patients. This commentary, much like a letter to Santa, outlines the medical ethical issues twinkling in the night sky and charts a course for dermatologists to ensure their care packages are filled with beneficence, justice, autonomy, and nonmaleficence.

So, let’s not forget, amidst the jolly festivities, to spread the cheer of informed patient care, ensuring every individual feels the warmth of the season through health and happiness. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good, informed night!