Wristband Warns About UV Sun Damage By Changing Color
Samina Esha — April 8, 2009 — Lifestyle
References: news.bbc
Want the tan but sunburn easily? A simple wristband might be your solution.
"It works when UV rays react to chemicals inside the material which causes them to change from a yellow to a pink colour," the BBC explains.
The pink indicates that you are at risk of getting a sunburn and therefore damaging your skin.
For the past couple of years, researchers in Scotland have spent more than £50,000 developing the band. It is now the first of its kind in the UK and will hit the market in a couple of months.
"It works when UV rays react to chemicals inside the material which causes them to change from a yellow to a pink colour," the BBC explains.
The pink indicates that you are at risk of getting a sunburn and therefore damaging your skin.
For the past couple of years, researchers in Scotland have spent more than £50,000 developing the band. It is now the first of its kind in the UK and will hit the market in a couple of months.
Trend Themes
1. Uv-sensitive Wristbands - Opportunity for companies to develop and market innovative wristbands that change color to indicate UV sun damage.
2. Personalized Sun Protection - Potential for businesses to create customized solutions that alert individuals about their specific risk of sunburn and offer personalized sun protection recommendations.
3. Uv-sensing Wearables - Emerging market for wearable devices that incorporate UV-sensing technology to help users monitor and manage sun exposure.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Disruptive innovation opportunity for healthcare companies to integrate UV-sensing technology into sunscreen products, skincare services, and wellness programs.
2. Fashion - Potential for the fashion industry to develop stylish UV-sensitive accessories and clothing lines that provide both sun protection and fashion-forward design.
3. Outdoor Recreation - Opportunity for outdoor recreation companies to incorporate UV-sensing features into outdoor gear and equipment, offering users a proactive approach to sunburn prevention.
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