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Microplastics in Food and Makeup Raise Health Alarm

4/18/2025

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Microplastics infiltrate our daily lives, lurking in makeup and food, and raising serious health concerns. Jessica Oley, founder of Pristine Sprays, urges a reduction in plastic use, particularly in kitchens. While experts highlight the dangers to ecosystems and wildlife, the true impact on human health remains a mystery, calling for urgent research.

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Story summary

Microplastics infiltrate our daily lives, lurking in makeup and food, and raising serious health concerns. Jessica Oley, founder of Pristine Sprays, urges a reduction in plastic use, particularly in kitchens. While experts highlight the dangers to ecosystems and wildlife, the true impact on human health remains a mystery, calling for urgent research.