Table 3.

Comparison of colorism scores in those that practice skin lightening and those who do not

Colorism statement	Average score	Average score	P value
	(skin-lightening users)	(no skin lightening)
Lighter skin tone is more beautiful	2.412	1.936	<.001
Lighter skin tone is portrayed as more beautiful in the media	4.433	4.288	.187
Lighter skin tone increases one’s job opportunities	3.804	3.788	.894
Lighter skin tone increases one’s self-esteem	3.268	2.863	<.001
Lighter skin tone increases one’s chance of having a romantic relationship or getting married	3.278	2.771	<.001
Lighter skin tone increases one’s chance of having friendships	2.835	2.559	.046
Composite colorism score	20.031	18.204	<.001