Microbeads in Cosmetics Could Soon Be Banned in California

Microbeads in Cosmetics Could Soon Be Banned in California

Several studies have shown that these bits and pieces of plastic threaten ecosystems

  • Green
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 13th, 2014
New York Moves to Institute a Ban on Microbeads

New York Moves to Institute a Ban on Microbeads

If approved, the ban would be the first of its kind in the United States

The Body Shop, Johnson & Johnson and Unilever Ready to Phase Out Microbeads

The Body Shop, Johnson & Johnson and Unilever Ready to Phase Out Microbeads

The companies promise to rid their products of microbeads by 2015 at the latest

Microbeads in Body Washes Could Destroy the US' Great Lakes

Microbeads in Body Washes Could Destroy the US' Great Lakes

Smooth skin comes at the expense of the environment, researchers warn