'The ability of these chemicals to be absorbed through skin has previously been dismissed,' the researchers say.
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 chemicals in everyday products and the extent of our exposure.PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, are a class of chemicals that can be found in a range of everyday products, from toilet paper to food packaging, cosmetics and dental floss.
'The electrical charge that gives them the ability to repel water and stains was thought to also make them incapable of crossing the skin membrane.'Our research shows that this theory does not always hold true and that, in fact, uptake through the skin could be a significant source of exposure to these harmful chemicals,' Ragnarsdóttir said.
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