Polyethylene Microbeads (IMAGE) University of Plymouth Caption This image captured by an electron microscope shows polyethylene microbeads widely used in shower gel. Credit Thompson/Bakir/Plymouth University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.