Prawn-shell shampoo gets scientists in a lather: Molecule in crustaceans could replace artificial ingredients in cosmetics
Molecules in prawn shells can be extracted and used instead of polymers
Polymers are added to everything from shampoo to paints, to control thickness and prolong shelf-life, but are not environmentally friendly
Experts are now testing a new polymer derived from shells in cosmetics
Molecules in prawn shells can be extracted and used instead of polymers
Polymers are added to everything from shampoo to paints, to control thickness and prolong shelf-life, but are not environmentally friendly
Experts are now testing a new polymer derived from shells in cosmetics
