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A more responsible alternative to microplastic glitter: biodegradable glitter ceiling paint!
- Signe
Did you know that ordinary glitter can be harmful to the environment? Glitter made from microplastics stays in the environment for a long time and pollutes soil and water. Fortunately, there is a more responsible alternative: biodegradable glitter ceiling paint! It's made from natural materials that degrade quickly in the environment, leaving behind a minimal footprint.
What is microplastics?
Microplastics consist of small pieces of plastic less than 5 mm in diameter.
Microplastics cause huge plastic pollution to the planet as they decompose over thousands of years.
In addition, it is a health hazard.
Microplastics are found in both human and animal bodies, as well as in freshwater systems, land, ocean and Arctic sea ice.
Reports of marine animals dying from ingestion of microplastics first appeared in the 1960s.
The first reports of microbial mortality of seabirds were first reported in the late 1960s, when seabirds had stomachs full of plastic rather than food.
Potential health risks
Scientists are only beginning to understand the potential adverse effects of microplastic exposure on human health.
Microplastics have been found in human lungs, blood, organs, placenta and even breast milk. Microplastics are difficult to study because of their small size, but health risks are being studied all the time.
For example, a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that heart patients with microplasties in the blood vessels on both sides of their necks, which carry blood from the heart to the brain and head, are twice as likely to have a stroke.
These patients were also more likely to die over the next three years than people without microplasties in their sleep arteries.
Read more HERE.
People consume microplastics through food, drinking water, breathing air and touching things. It is estimated that the average person ingests between 39,000 and 52,000 microplastics particles per year through food and drink. The number of inhaled microplastics is estimated at 35 000-69 000 particles per year.
Find information HERE.
Microplastics are found in our food and drink. Seafood is a major source of microplastics in our diet. Most microplastics are found in the digestive tract of fish. Seafood eaten whole, such as anchovies, shrimps or mussels, accumulates microplastics in the body, which reach humans after consumption.
Microplastics are also ingested by wild animals. Studies have shown that animals exposed to microplastics may suffer from developmental abnormalities, infertility and weakened immune systems.
Read more HERE.
In turn, microplastics are known to absorb toxic chemicals because plastics are treated with various additives and chemicals, such as phthalates.
Cosmetics in the etika you can read HERE.
Prolonged exposure to airborne microplastics can cause respiratory problems and increase the risk of cancer.
What is glitter?
Glitter is a fine-grained plastic mixed with aluminium that reflects light and gives a shiny effect.
It is made from small plastic shards cut into different shapes and sizes.
Glitter is often used in cosmetics, clothing, accessories, toys, paints, etc. Glitter can be used to make a wide variety of products.
It is made from small plastic shards cut into different shapes and sizes.
Glitter is often used in cosmetics, clothing, accessories, toys, paints, etc. Glitter can be used to make a wide variety of products.
Microplastics enter lakes from a variety of sources, including urban run-off, strong winds and rainstorms, damaging ecosystems and animal habitats, killing both fish and wildlife.
Underfed microplastics can fill an animal’s stomach, making it think it is full without food.
Microplastics have been found in the human bloodstream, which means that they still end up in our bloodstream (by eating marine animals), which in turn damages our hormones.
Plastic on land is released into the ground, from where it continues to enter our groundwater, in the form of a foot in a drinking glass.
Underfed microplastics can fill an animal’s stomach, making it think it is full without food.
Microplastics have been found in the human bloodstream, which means that they still end up in our bloodstream (by eating marine animals), which in turn damages our hormones.
Plastic on land is released into the ground, from where it continues to enter our groundwater, in the form of a foot in a drinking glass.
Glitter cannot be recycled in any way.
TRACE THESE INGREDIENTS BECAUSE IT MEANS THERE IS PLASTIC IN THE COSMETIC:
- Polyethylene and Polyethylene Terephthalate
- Nylon
- Polypropylene
- Polymethyl methacrylates
What are the alternatives?
One alternative is mica, or protein stone.
The biggest disadvantage is that most industries that mine mica use child labour.
Therefore, it is important to make sure that the mica is sourced from a certified body that promises not to use child labour.
Another option is the biodegradable glitter ceiling paint, which is a new technology based on a completely new technology.
Biodegradable glitter is a plant-based glitter make-up product designed to replace traditional plastic glitter.
It is made using plant-based materials that degrade faster and safer in nature than traditional plastic.
This means that biodegradable glitter is a much more environmentally friendly choice, as it leaves behind no harmful microplastic residues.
Sustainable, vegan, cruelty-free
By choosing Anam biodegradable glittrer ceiling paints, you're helping to keep the world a cleaner place!
Anam is certified by Leaping Bunnies and the Vegan Society. By buying cruelty-free products, you are helping to save many animals from torture and lifelong suffering.
- Microplastics free shine
- Plant-based renewable materials
- 100% recyclable packaging
- One type of material is used, which makes it easier to reuse the packaging at the end of its useful life.
How to use anam glitter?
- It's easiest to apply with a tiny finger, but a paintbrush will also do.
- Apply directly to the skin or on top of eye shadow.
- The creamy formula makes application comfortable and long-lasting.
- No glitter glue needed.
By the way, don’t limit yourself only to the laughed!
Try using it on the cheeks, décolletage or wherever your imagination takes you.
It’s even safe to use on the lips.
Combating PLAS pollution
Because microplastics are so widespread, it has been difficult to regulate.
However, filters have been installed in sewage systems that are supposed to trap the plastic.
The US is one of the world’s largest producers of plastic waste and the amount of plastic used is only expected to increase.
(42 million tonnes in 2016 alone.)
The biggest recommendation from the experts is to reduce the amount of plastic produced.
What can YOU do?
- Reduce plastic consumption.
Say no to single-use plastics and choose reusable containers and bags. - Avoid drinking from disposable plastic water bottles.
In particular, microplastics get into the bottle due to the constant twisting of the cap.
Up to 500 particles of microplastics can be ingested in a single water bottle. - Avoid plastic cutting boards.
- When using a microwave, heat the food in a glass dish. Heating food in plastic containers can release millions of microplastic particles into the food.
- Use the vacuum cleaner regularly. Removing excess dust from the home can reduce exposure to plastic fibres in dust.
- Support those fighting plastic pollution.
- Avoid products decorated with glitter.
- Instead of glitter, choose a biodegradable glitter ceiling paint.
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