If you like using the type of face wash that contains those exfoliating microbeads, I have some not-so-great news. States like Illinois, New York, and California are actually in the process of banning the use of those beads in cosmetics and cleaners. Why? As it turns out, they're poisonous to the environment!
That's right–the stuff that you've been scrubbing on your face daily is reportedly getting into the water supply, killing fish and other wildlife, polluting the ice, and just causing general damage to the earth. Uh-oh!
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Due to this, Illinois has already banned microbeads from cleansers and New York and California are quickly following suit. I know, I know, but your love your face wash! Before you start lamenting the loss of your favorite exfoliating scrub though, remember this is the world's water supply and creatures of the sea we're talking about here! Is your face wash really worth that? Let's be honest: it's not.
Plus, it's not all bad news. If you feel like you must have some sort of microbead in your face wash, there's reportedly another more environmentally friendly kind in the works. But even if it's developed, chances are you don't really need it. There are plenty of other alternative options, from using more conscious, chemical-free face scrubs to making your own with natural ingredients.
And while it may take some adjusting, hopefully, this news will spur more people to pay closer attention to the cosmetics and beauty tools they use and make smarter choices that are better for them and the environment.
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