"The Unseen World: Hundreds of Tiny Arachnids Reside on Your Face"

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Source: National Geographic
"The Unseen World: Hundreds of Tiny Arachnids Reside on Your Face"
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Hundreds or thousands of tiny face mites, related to spiders and ticks, live in the pores of human faces, feeding on dead skin cells and oily sebum. Scientists have discovered at least two species of these mites, and research suggests they may be evolving toward a symbiotic relationship with humans. Despite being initially viewed as potential pests or medical problems, the presence of face mites in virtually everyone is leading to a shift in perspective, with some scientists suggesting they could be beneficial by aiding in housekeeping and potentially eating harmful bacteria in our pores.

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