Prospects on the nano-plastic particles internalization and induction of cellular response in human keratinocytes
Research Square (Research Square)2020
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Nano-sized plastic particles extracted from commercial face scrubs were taken up by human skin cells in lab experiments, triggering cellular stress responses and potentially damaging cell membranes. This raises concern about dermal exposure to nanoplastics from widely used personal care products.
Abstract Background Today cosmetic usage becomes customary in both sexes to improve their appearance and increase societal visibility. In this study, we have isolated nano-sized plastic particles ranging between 30 to 300 nm from the commercial face-scrubs and investigated its effects on keratinocytes. Results Initially, nano-plastics adsorbed protein molecules and formed protein corona, thereby mimicked as protein aggregates, which then triggered the macropinocytosis activity. As a result, corrosion and degradation of plastic particles were observed. Concurrently, nano-plastics concentration-dependent cytotoxic, cytostatic, and cytoprotective activities were found in the keratinocytes. Additionally, a single dose of nano-plastics exposure resulted in the ROS mediated down-regulation of cell growth and proliferation inhibition followed by autophagy, finally, premature aging in HaCaT cells. Conclusion At the outset, this work provides insights into the nano-plastics concentration-dependent regulatory, cytoprotective, and cytotoxic effects in HaCaT cells. Further signifies the crucial need for new regulation in nano-plastics usage in cosmetics.