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Last month, a new study confirmed that forever chemicals can be absorbed through skin. You probably already knew that fossil fuel-derived PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) enter all of our bodies by breathing, eating and drinking; and take centuries to break down in nature (hence the “forever.”) And that they’re linked to numerous diseases and health conditions, including cancer. Perhaps you also knew that as endocrine disruptors, PFAS’ negative impacts on health can be caused by even a small amount. So maybe you’re not shocked by the striking news that PFAS in personal care products and clothing can make it all the way to the bloodstream through your skin. The prevailing science suggested that PFAS were good at preventing skin penetration thanks to the same properties that make them good at repelling water and oil in the products they’re added to, like swimsuits and cosmetics. Not only did researchers at the University of Birmingham just squash that theory, they sprinkled salt in the wound by showing that short-chain PFAS, developed with the goal of being “less toxic,” are actually more easily absorbed by skin than other PFAS. Evolved By Nature exists because we know science can isolate and design more natural replacements for harmful chemicals. And when we’re lucky, we discover natural solutions that are more effective too. Our Activated Silk™ bioactive peptides are naturally derived and biodegradable, and safe (non-toxic, non-carcinogenic and non-mutagenic) for use on skin. Because that’s what’s best for people and planet. And increasingly, as studies like these start to influence industry regulations in favor of health, what’s best for business. To learn more about our natural ingredients currently in the works and on shelves, visit https://lnkd.in/gwNAGeuq or contact support@evolvedbynature.com.

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Morgan Polotan

💵 10-year VC, Partner at Monashee 🚀 Ex-B Capital, Comcast Ventures 🦄 $50m+ invested in 20+ startups 🤓 Demystifying venture capital 👉 @morganpolotan on X, Instagram

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Super cool company. I love deep tech companies that create products end consumers can use.

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