Researchers create sustainable, biodegradable, vegan glitter

The glitter is made from cellulose nanocrystals, which can bend light in such a way to create vivid colours through a process called structural colour

Researchers create sustainable, biodegradable, vegan glitter (Benjamin Drouguet/University of Cambridge)

With Christmas fast approaching, all things sparkly are set to come under the spotlight, including glitter.

However, while it might spark joy in some, it can be hard to clear up, is made of toxic and unsustainable materials, and contributes to plastic pollution.