Researchers have developed biodegradable microbeads from brewery waste, providing an eco-friendly alternative to plastic microbeads commonly found in personal care products. By repurposing spent grain, a byproduct of beer production, scientists create microbeads that naturally decompose over time, reducing plastic pollution. This innovation not only helps address the environmental harm caused by microplastics but also promotes a circular economy by recycling waste materials. The process involves drying, grinding, and shaping the grain into smooth spheres for use in cosmetics.
Unlike plastic microbeads, which take centuries to degrade and contribute to the growing problem of microplastic pollution, these brewery waste-based beads are designed to break down naturally over time, leaving no harmful residues behind.
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