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Glitter has lost its shine – but scientists may have found a safer substitute
Shimmery cellulose-based alternative looks safer for soil than conventional microplastics, Australian-led research finds
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Even before Taylor Swift donned “glitter freckles”, the sparkly stuff was prolific – sold in tiny vials at craft shops, and sprinkled on to a variety of products from clothing to Christmas decorations, cards and makeup.
Glitter ends up everywhere: in the environment as well as the carpet.
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