Soil degradation kinetics of oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3) and toxicopathological assessment in the earthworm, Eisenia fetida

Earthworms: Anti-Aging Skin Care Miracle

“…Earthworm extracts are being explored for their unique properties that could revolutionize the field of skincare by offering sustainable and holistic solutions for aging skin (Hussain et al, 2023). Earthworms, those humble creatures often associated with soil cultivation, possess a surprisingly rich nutritional composition that holds promise for skincare (Gautam et al, 2022). These tiny organisms contain a wealth of nutrients such as collagen, proteins, essential amino acids, and various minerals.…”

“…Earthworms, scientifically classified under the phylum Annelida, exhibit complex interactions with the surrounding soil environment (Gautam et al, 2022;Karczewska et al, 2023). Their role in enhancing soil fertility and structure has been widely studied, leading to a deeper understanding of the bioactive compounds they produce to aid in their survival and adaptation.…”

Beach showers as sources of contamination for sunscreen pollution in marine protected areas and areas of intensive beach tourism in Hawaii, USA

“…Beach showers are all located in the Upper Zone of beach habitats and can contaminate middle and lower beach zones via rivulets created from the shower discharge. For terrestrial risk quotients, the only species available were soil species not often associated with beach habitats, or freshwater larval forms that associate with submerged sediments (Gautam et al 2022). Sunscreen pollution intrudes upon all three zones of beach habitats, and model species that are more appropriately representative of beach habitats should be included in ecotoxicological studies to create more relevant risk assessments.…”