The dye industry, heavy on the use of petrochemicals, is one of the world’s biggest polluters. Now dyes can be made by microorganisms that -grow- colors.
The dye industry, heavy on the use of petrochemicals, is one of the world’s biggest polluters. Now dyes can be made by microorganisms that -grow- colors.
“It’s 100% natural!” “So is arsenic.” …
When I see “without chemicals” I just assume it’s shorthand for “without known harmful chemicals, probably” until I carefully read the label and learn more
Asbestos is literally 100% natural. A pure natural product.
So are hemlock and belladonna.
The internet also does get “the dose makes the poison”.
Really!? Crazy, imma read up on asbest today :), thanks for the factoid!
It’s mineral mined from the ground.
There are artificial colors that are not known to be harmful, so would that also mean they are without chemicals?
My favorite: “With natural ingredients!”
I take it as shorthand for “without known harmful chemicals, probably, also, we think you’re an idiot”.