The Problem with Glitter: Microplastics in Disguise
The Problem with Glitter: Microplastics in Disguise Because Aunt Sally probably doesn’t need a sparkle-covered environmental hazard. 🎄 It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like… Plastic? It’s that time of year again. Twinkling lights, foil wrapping paper, and glitter everywhere . From Christmas cards to gift bags, baubles to children’s crafts, it seems like the festive season comes sprinkled with microplastic. But here’s the sparkly truth: Glitter is basically plastic confetti. Tiny, shiny, almost impossible to clean up — and absolutely terrible for the environment. ✨ What Is Glitter Made Of? Most glitter is made from: PET (polyethylene terephthalate) or PVC Bonded with aluminium for sparkle Cut into micro-sized particles (less than 5mm) That makes it a microplastic by design — not accident. 🌊 Where Does Glitter Go? Glitter doesn’t biodegrade. Instead, it: Washes off hands, cards, faces, and clothes Ends up in sinks, drains, and waterways Passes t...