Panasonic's Balance of Being Concepts Support the Skin & Hair
Laura McQuarrie — October 1, 2019 — Tech
References: panasonic.net & thedrum
At IFA 2019 in Berlin, Panasonic unveiled Balance of Being, a collection of concepts that fuse nature and technology to introduce a "new philosophy" for the home, health and well-being. In the collection of intuitive objects, there are a series of handheld gadgets and wearables centered around hair and skin health.
GROW is a headpiece that is designed to understand the condition and structure of the hair, and uses this data to provide a suitable infrared light treatment at a specific wavelength. Similarly, WAVE is a smart massager for the head and scalp that's designed to relieve stress by adapting the time, method and intensity of its output to a user's experience. Like GROW, TONE is a wearable and it comfortably sits around the neck to provide LED light treatments for increased health and beauty.
GROW is a headpiece that is designed to understand the condition and structure of the hair, and uses this data to provide a suitable infrared light treatment at a specific wavelength. Similarly, WAVE is a smart massager for the head and scalp that's designed to relieve stress by adapting the time, method and intensity of its output to a user's experience. Like GROW, TONE is a wearable and it comfortably sits around the neck to provide LED light treatments for increased health and beauty.
Trend Themes
1. Fusing Nature and Technology - Opportunity to develop products that combine natural elements with technology to enhance health and well-being.
2. Intuitive Handheld Gadgets - Potential for creating handheld devices that provide personalized treatments based on data gathered from hair and skin.
3. Wearable LED Light Treatments - Room for innovation in wearables that utilize LED light treatments for improved health and beauty.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Personal Care - Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating high-tech gadgets that support hair and skin health.
2. Wellness and Spa - Opportunity to introduce innovative handheld and wearable devices that promote relaxation and stress relief.
3. Healthtech and Wearables - Potential for developing wearable gadgets that utilize LED light treatments to improve overall health and well-being.
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