1. **Association between Phthalate Concentrations and Plastic Use:** Studies show a strong link between higher urinary phthalate concentrations and the use of plastics, particularly in children. 2. **Potential Role of Personal Care Products:** Personal care products like shampoos, lotions, and soaps also contribute to phthalate exposure. 3.

* **A:** Non-medicated, non-phthalate, non-paraben products. * **B:** Non-medicated, non-phthalate, paraben products. * **C:** Non-medicated, non-phthalate, organic products. * **D:** Non-medicated, phthalate-containing products. * **E:** Non-medicated, paraben-containing products.

This study investigated the association between the use of scented personal care products (SCPs) and urinary concentrations of phthalate/replacement metabolites in children aged 4 to 8. The researchers analyzed data from a large-scale, prospective cohort study involving over 1,000 children.