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<p>The cosmetics we use every day are formulated to be durable and long-lasting. But what gives them these properties? Often, the answer is a class of compounds called PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." These substances are a growing concern for consumers and regulators due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. Tackling this analytical challenge requires innovative methods that can reliably detect trace amounts of PFAS in the complex matrices of cosmetic products.</p> <p>At the forefront of this research is Dr. Aghogho Abigail Olomukoro. Her recent Ph.D. work at the University at Buffalo, under the supervision of Dr. Emanuela Gionfriddo, provides a critical roadmap for analyzing these compounds. By comparing two powerful, automated sample preparation techniques - Solid Phase Microextraction (<a href="t3://page?uid=901" target="_blank">SPME</a>) and Micro Solid Phase Extraction (<a href="t3://page?uid=750" target="_blank">µSPE</a>) - her study offers a scientifically robust guide for laboratories worldwide.</p> <p>This pivotal research is the foundation of a new PAL System <a href="t3://file?uid=6666">application note</a> and was a cornerstone of our recent <a href="t3://page?uid=1116" target="_blank">PFAS webinar series</a>. We sat down with Abigail to discuss her journey into analytical chemistry, the intricacies of her research, and the real-world implications of finding forever chemicals in our makeup bags.</p>

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