University of Birmingham study reveals PFAS in consumer products can enter human body via skin absorption, raising concerns for cosmetic and band-aid products.

University of Birmingham study finds PFAS, chemicals in consumer products, can enter human body via skin absorption. Shorter-chained PFAS absorbed faster, raising concerns about their use & health risks. Taiwan Watch Institute urges reassessment of health risks for cosmetics & band-aid products containing PFAS and calls for manufacturers to disclose their use or switch to alternative chemicals.