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Toxicological Impact of Microplastics in Dermatology
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This book chapter reviews existing research on how tiny plastic particles called microplastics may affect human skin. It covers where these particles come from, how they may cause skin damage, their presence in personal care products, and gaps in current safety rules. The chapter calls for more research across scientific fields to address potential skin health risks from microplastics.
Microplastics have become a major environmental and health issue, with increasing evidence of their effects on human skin. This chapter discusses the toxicological significance of microplastics in dermatology, with emphasis on their sources, physicochemical characteristics, and dermal toxicity mechanisms. It presents clinical and experimental evidence on skin diseases associated with microplastic exposure and reviews their occurrence in personal care products. Regulatory loopholes, new analytical methods, and the necessity of safer alternatives are also addressed. The chapter stresses the need for interdisciplinary research and preventive measures to counteract dermatological hazards posed by chronic exposure to microplastics.
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