Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Scented wax melts, despite being advertised as a safer alternative to burning candles, may not always be a good choice! https://t.co/ImBOYLe2Dl https://t.co/Kq7INWPcam
Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scented Wax Melts as a Significant Source of Atmospheric Nanoparticles.
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Several discussions emphasize the significance of the study by describing it as revealing airborne nanoparticles from scented products, with phrases like 'not as safe as initially thought' and 'serious health implications.' The tone varies from cautious concern to advocacy for switching to safer alternatives, reflecting engagement and acknowledgment of the study's importance.
Most discussions acknowledge that scented wax melts contribute to indoor pollution, indicating general support for the publication's findings.
Abstract in brief
- Scented wax melts, often seen as a safer alternative to traditional candles and incense, can still produce significant indoor atmospheric nanoparticles through reactions between released terpenes and ozone, leading to potential respiratory health risks.
- Using advanced measurement tools, the study found that these nanoparticles' concentrations are comparable to those from combustion sources like candles and engines, suggesting that scented wax melts may not be as safe as commonly believed.
- The findings emphasize the need for further research into the toxicological effects of the nanoparticles formed during wax melt use to better assess their environmental health impacts.
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Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scented Wax Melts as a Significant Source of Atmospheric Nanoparticles" https://t.co/Ohp238WGWN
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A new study in ES&T Letters finds scented wax melts trigger indoor new particle formation events through terpene ozonolysis, producing atmospheric nanoparticles at levels comparable to combustion-based candles: https://t.co/Gn4K21cRMI @BrandonBoor @NusratJung @SatyaSundarPa17
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RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
RT @SFotonium: Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Sce…
Researchers found that scented products are a significant source of nano particles that could be harmful to your health. Scented wax melts, despite being advertised as a safer alternative to burning candles, may not always be a good choice! https://t.co/ImBOYLe2Dl https://t.co/Kq7INWPcam
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Study: https://t.co/ei5EXEUFkE
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RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
RT @SciencNews: Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scent…
Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scented Wax Melts as a Significant Source of Atmospheric Nanoparticles" https://t.co/Ohp238WGWN
Scented wax melts may not be as safe for indoor air as initially thought "Flame-Free Candles Are Not Pollution-Free: Scented Wax Melts as a Significant Source of Atmospheric Nanoparticles" pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
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May be time to switch to oil diffusers. Indoor candle melts are not good for indoor air quality. https://t.co/AGmsmjvmjo
Using scented products indoors changes the chemistry of the air, producing as much air pollution as car exhaust does outside, according to a new study. Researchers say that breathing in these nanosized particles could have serious health implications. https://t.co/EyosF50x4a https://t.co/vKF3BBngkE
RT @ACSPublications: A new study in ES&T Letters finds scented wax melts trigger indoor new particle formation events through terpene ozono…
A new study in ES&T Letters finds scented wax melts trigger indoor new particle formation events through terpene ozonolysis, producing atmospheric nanoparticles at levels comparable to combustion-based candles: https://t.co/Gn4K21cRMI @BrandonBoor @NusratJung @SatyaSundarPa17