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Replacement-Indicating Bandages

The Leaf-Band-Aid Changes Color To Signal When Swapping Is Needed

— August 24, 2016 — Lifestyle
When it comes to wrapping up injuries it can be difficult to tell when a band-aid needs to be swapped out to ensure the wound is properly cared for. That is exactly where the Leaf-Band-Aid comes into play, offering an innovative color-changing design that alerts wearers when their bandages need to be changed. The design takes inspiration from tree leaves changing in the fall, moving from a green tone when fresh to an amber hue when it is time to switch.

The Leaf-Band-Aids offer consumers insight into how their cuts and scrapes are healing, by alerting them to when it is necessary to apply new bandages. The band-aids feature a design inspired by the streams and aesthetic of leaves, that then changes color as the days pass. At day 3 the band-aid will turn orange, to signal it needs to be replaced.
Trend Themes
1. Color-changing Wearables - The Leaf-Band-Aid presents an opportunity for companies to create more wearables that offer color-changing properties to signal changes, such as when to replace a device or object.
2. Smart Health Devices - The Leaf-Band-Aid exemplifies the growing demand for smart health devices that offer more comprehensive insights into personal health.
3. Eco-friendly Medical Supplies - The design of the Leaf-Band-Aid is inspired by nature, suggesting an opportunity for companies to create more eco-friendly medical supplies that incorporate natural elements and improve sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The Leaf-Band-Aid highlights an opportunity for healthcare companies to invest in and develop more innovative products that improve the overall patient experience.
2. Wearable Technology - The Leaf-Band-Aid's color-changing design presents an opportunity for wearable technology companies to create more products with similar features, such as clothing that adapts its color based on user preferences.
3. Sustainability - The inspiration for the Leaf-Band-Aid design and its eco-friendly components offer an opportunity for companies to invest in more sustainable practices across the manufacturing process.
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