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ReviewDermatologie (Heidelberg, Germany)2026

[Microplastic and skin-an update].

Dennis Niebel, Susanne Saha

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Review in Dermatologie (Heidelberg, Germany), 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors.

Dennis NiebelHeinz-Werner-Seifert-Institut für Dermatopathologie KölnBonn, Bonn, Deutschland. dennis.niebel@ukr.de.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-2069-0486
Susanne SahaAG Dermatologie der Allianz Klimawandel und Gesundheit (KLUG e. V.), Köberlesteig 16, 13156, Berlin, Deutschland. Kontakt@klimawandel-gesundheit.de.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMicroplastics (MPs) are polymeric particles ranging from 1-5000 µm in size; while a rather limited share is intentionally manufactured, the majority is generated through abrasion during plastic use or results from environmental fragmentation of larger plastic pieces. These persistent emerging pollutants potentially harm fauna, flora, and humans. Nanoplastics (NPs) comprise identical materials but are smaller than 1 µm (1000 nm); due to their small size, they potentially cross epithelial barriers.

objectivesOutlining occurrence and biological effects of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) on skin and mucosa and its environmental dermatologic relevance. MATERIALS AND

methodsLiterature search using PubMed and Google Scholar regarding the terms 'microplastics', 'nanoplastics', 'skin' and "cutan*" without time limit to provide a narrative review.

resultsThe in vivo effects of MNPs on cutaneous physiology remain largely unknown. However, environmental MNPs may carry harmful chemicals and pathogens and there is in vitro evidence indicating proinflammatory and cytotoxic effects as well as promoting senescence.

conclusionExperimental approaches investigating MNP effects on skin health face significant limitations and implementation challenges. Given the ubiquitous environmental occurrence of MNP particles, extensive research is warranted to understand their occurrence, fate, and skin health impacts.

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Environmental PollutantsMicroplasticsSkinAnimalsHumansEnvironmental PollutantsMicroplasticsEnvironmental dermatologyEnvironmental pollutantEpithelial barrierNanoplasticsPolymeric particles

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