Glitter is not harmful if swallowed in small amounts as the glitter will go through your system and be pooped out eventually.
However swallowing lots of glitter could become harmful and a choking hazard.
The plastic glitter will pass through the digestive system of a healthy person without causing any harm. Most glitters are made from some form of plastic that will not be digested when eaten.
Small tastes of glitter is generally considered non-toxic and will pass through the stomach without causing harm.
If you notice that your child has ingested glitter, do not panic.
Take the glitter away from the child and wipe their mouth out with a soft wet cloth.
You may give them some water.
Glitter is an assortment of flat small, reflective particles that are precision cut and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.
Glitter particles reflect light at different angles, causing the surface to sparkle or shimmer.
Glitter is similar to confetti, sparkles and sequins, but somewhat smaller.
Most glitter is made out of a combination of aluminum and polyethylene terephthalate (PET).
Also, some craft glitters are made from metal and glass.
Modern glitter was invented in 1934 in New Jersey by an American cattle rancher/machinist named Henry Ruschmann.
Modern glitter was invented in 1934 by American machinist Henry Ruschmann.
Before then, glitter was made out of glass, but World War II rendered that unavailable.
Even before the war, however, early drag queens (unable to afford glass glitter) often sported in-your-face shiny jewelry and shimmering costumes.