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Giustra M, Sinesi G, Spena F, De Santes B, Morelli L, Barbieri L, Garbujo S, Galli P, Prosperi D, Colombo M. Microplastics in Cosmetics: Open Questions and Sustainable Opportunities. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024:e202401065. [PMID: 39222323 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202401065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2024] [Revised: 07/18/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
Abstract
The cosmetic industry is now changing or rather having an ecological transition in which formulations such as creams, lotions, and powders for make-up, skin and hair care must not contain microplastics, now a taboo word in this field. Nowadays, many companies are intensifying their research and development (R&D) work to align with recent and future legislation that provides for their elimination to safeguard the ecosystem. The production of new eco-sustainable materials is currently a hot topic which finds its place in a market worth above 350 billion dollars which will reach more than 700 billion dollars in a very short time. This review offers an overview of the main advantages and adverse issues relating to the use of microplastics in cosmetics and of their impact, providing an insight into the properties of the polymeric materials that are currently exploited to improve the sensorial characteristics of cosmetic products. In addition, the various regulatory restrictions in the different geographical areas of the world are also described, which is matter for reflection on future direction. Finally, a prospective vision of possible solutions to replace microplastics with sustainable alternatives complete the picture of the next generation personal care products to support decision-making in the cosmetic marketplace.
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Affiliation(s)
- Marco Giustra
- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
- Nanobiotechnologies for Health Center, NANOMIB, University of Milano-Bicocca, Via Raoul Follereau, 3, 20854, Vedano al Lambro, MB, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
- Nanobiotechnologies for Health Center, NANOMIB, University of Milano-Bicocca, Via Raoul Follereau, 3, 20854, Vedano al Lambro, MB, Italy
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 1, 20126, Milano, Italy
- Dubai Business School, University of Dubai, United Arab Emirates Goumbook, Ras Al Khaimah, 500001, United Arab Emirates
- MaRHE Centre (Marine Research and High Education Center), Magoodhoo Island, 12030, Maldives
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
- Nanobiotechnologies for Health Center, NANOMIB, University of Milano-Bicocca, Via Raoul Follereau, 3, 20854, Vedano al Lambro, MB, Italy
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- NanoBioLab, Department of Biotechnology and Bioscience, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza della Scienza, 2, 20126, Milano, Italy
- Nanobiotechnologies for Health Center, NANOMIB, University of Milano-Bicocca, Via Raoul Follereau, 3, 20854, Vedano al Lambro, MB, Italy
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Picken CAR, Buensoz O, Price PD, Fidge C, Points L, Shaver MP. Sustainable formulation polymers for home, beauty and personal care: challenges and opportunities. Chem Sci 2023; 14:12926-12940. [PMID: 38023508 PMCID: PMC10664511 DOI: 10.1039/d3sc04488b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
Abstract
As society moves towards a net-zero future, the need to adopt more sustainable polymers is well understood, and as well as plastics, less visible formulation polymers should also be included within this shift. As researchers, industries and consumers move towards more sustainable products there is a clear need to define what sustainability means in fast moving consumer goods and how it can be considered at the design stage. In this perspective key challenges in achieving sustainable formulation polymers are highlighted, and opportunities to overcome them are presented.
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- Christina A R Picken
- Department of Materials, Henry Royce Institute, The University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL UK
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- Department of Materials, Henry Royce Institute, The University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL UK
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- Unilever R&D, Port Sunlight Laboratory Quarry Road East, Bebington, Wirral CH63 3JW UK
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- Unilever R&D, Port Sunlight Laboratory Quarry Road East, Bebington, Wirral CH63 3JW UK
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- Unilever R&D, Port Sunlight Laboratory Quarry Road East, Bebington, Wirral CH63 3JW UK
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- Department of Materials, Henry Royce Institute, The University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL UK
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