Biodegradable glitter is no better for the environment, say scientists

October 30, 2020

Scientists have discovered that biodegradable glitter is no better for the environment than its microplastic counterpart.

In a first-of-its-kind study, Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), Cambridge, found these so-called ‘eco-friendly’ sparkly accessories are just as detrimental to the environment as plastic ones and are damaging rivers and lakes.