Share on Pinterest A new study demonstrates how flame retardant additives in microplastics become absorbed by the skin and enter the bloodstream Alistair Berg/Getty Images Researchers are increasingly ...

For the first time, scientists have found that toxic "forever" chemicals can pass through human skin and enter into our bloodstream. The findings raise new questions about the safety of these ...

Learn why bleach should never come into contact with skin and what actually happens during exposure. This video-style ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

A first-of-its-kind study has found that “forever chemicals” — toxic compounds found in everyday beauty and personal care items like sunscreen, waterproof mascara and lipstick — can seep through human ...

Phthalates are a group of chemicals added to plastics to make them more flexible and durable. They are also used as ingredients in some personal care products. These chemicals are endocrine disruptors ...

FALLS CHURCH, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AIHA—the association for scientists and professionals committed to preserving and ensuring occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS)—will welcome ...

Do you know what's in the lotions, creams and gels you use on your hair and skin every day? Research has shown that some of the ingredients found in personal care products may be harmful to your ...

Every morning, people fasten their watch, slip on a bracelet and head out the door without thinking much about what they might encounter along the way. The air they breathe, the dust on their hands ...

Toxic chemicals used to flame-proof plastic materials can be absorbed into the body through skin, via contact with microplastics, new research shows. Toxic chemicals used to flame-proof plastic ...