New study finds PFAS hiding in some “long-lasting” & “waterproof
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New study finds 52% of makeup tested contains PFAS, from waterproof mascara to foundation and liquid lipstick. Canada needs to take action!
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Toxic 'forever chemicals' detected in half of US makeup, study finds
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances - Wikipedia
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Toxic chemicals found in many makeup products in new study
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Toxins linked to cancer widely used in long-lasting makeup, study
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Waterproof Mascara Lawsuits Reveal PFAS in Cosmetics
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Graham Peaslee, Notre Dame News
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Locally caught fish are full of dangerous chemicals called PFAS
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How to filter PFAS out of your tap water
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More than half of cosmetics contain toxic chemicals linked with
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Waterproof Mascara Lawsuits Reveal PFAS in Cosmetics
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What are PFAS chemicals? Environmental Working Group
Items in Your Home That May Contain Toxic PFAS Forever Chemicals