Younger demographics typically depict the future of a variety of industries, and this list of October 2019 youth innovations highlights the unique ways that businesses are responding to the needs and demands of younger Millennials and Generation Z.
As always, social media is being leveraged by businesses to engage with these demographics. Prime examples from this list include Snapchat's new feature, which is allowing consumers to take 3D selfies. On a similar note, Facebook users can now share 15 seconds of a Spotify song on their pages, helping to bring more personality to one's online presence.
In addition to social media, technology is also continuously leveraged to appeal to younger people. For example, the VTech Kidi Star Dance Toy conveniently pairs with a motion-activated band, seamlessly integrated technology with physical activity.
Top 75 Youth Innovations in October
From 3D Social Media Selfies to Pizza-Embedded Skateboards:
Ellen Smith — Oct 26, 2019 — Life-Stages
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Coloring Book-Themed Cafes
The 2D Cafe in Japan is the Perfect Spot for Your Next Instagram Post
74
Wine Brand Art Parties
The Lillet Paint Night Event Featured DIY Spritzers and Painting
73
Vending Machine Toy Boxes
Vendees Pair a Themed Unboxing Experience with a DIY Activity
72
Minimalist Children-Specific Restaurants
Sneha Divias Atelier Designs a Children's Restaurant
71
Flip-Top Selfie Toys
The VTech Kidizoom Pixi Lets Kids Take Photos and Add Silly Filters
70
Gamified Picky Eating Apps
When to Wonder: Picky Eating Helps Parents with Childhood Challenges
69
Gothic Avant-Garde Sneakers
Vans Announced It Will Launch a 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Shoe Line
68
Dance-Teaching Toys
The VTech Kidi Star Dance Toy Pairs with Motion-Activated Bands
67
Child-Specific Flight Care Packs
The Kraft Flight Relief Pack is Filled with Items for Kids
66
Minimal Relaxed Fall Streetwear
The KITH Fall 2019 Capsule is Described as an Evolution
65
Kid-Friendly Smart Lamps
Amazon Echo Glow Shares Dance Parties, Bedtime Stories & a Sleep Timer
64
Curl-Specific Hair Care Lines
'Pattern Beauty' is a Hair Care Line for Curly, Tight-Textured Hair
63
Pizza-Embedded Skateboards
&pizza Created the Ultimate Pizza Skateboard with a Real Pizza Inside
62
Educational Toy Pop-Ups
Lakeshore's Gifts for Growing Minds Pop-Up Shares Interactive Stations
61
Sci-Fi Movie-Branded Planes
Virgin Atlantic Created a Star Wars-Themed Plane for a New Contest
60
Creativity-Focused Radio Communities
Transmission Roundhouse Offers a Space for Culture Makers
59
STEM Craft Subscriptions
JOANN's GoldieBlox Box Shares Monthly Science, Math & Tech Activities
58
Youthful WOC Cosmetics
The ESSENCE x Ulta Beauty Girls United Collection Was Made with Teens
57
Vibrant Sculptural Education Centers
Supernormal Reimagines the Aesthetics of the Modern Daycare
56
Graphic Famed Singer Apparel
The 'Kurt Was Here' Clothing Line Features the Singer's Designs
55
Creative Storytelling Through Technology
A Talk with Director X, Prolific Canadian Content Creator
54
Voice-Activated Encyclopaedia Games
Britannica's Guardians of History is a Time Travel Adventure
53
Sneaker-Branded Social Media Contests
Vessi Footwear Launched a Social Media Giveaway Contest
52
Colorful Disney Villain Shakes
Disneyland Starbucks Just Debuted a Maleficent Frappuccino
51
Online Discounted Department Stores
Marshalls Announced It Will Debut Online Stores
50
Canned Matcha Beverages
Cha Cha Matcha Launched Aesthetically Pleasing Ready-to-Drink Matcha Cans
49
Scary Clown-Themed Beverages
Fans of Starbucks Create the IT Cappuccino as Part of a "Secret Menu"
48
Hot Sauce Tailgating Giveaways
Frank's Redhot is Giving Away the Ultimate “Homegating” Experience
47
Social Media Cat Food Brands
The Super-Premium 'Love, Nala' Line Comes from a Viral Sensation
46
Music App-Themed Burritos
Chipotle's New TikTok Burrito Draws Inspiration from Social Media
45
Communal Noodle Cups
Pot Noodle's Limited-Edition XL Size is 600% Larger Than Usual
44
Pocket-Friendly Bandage Packs
Tru-Colour's Pocket Pack Bandages are Sleekly Packaged & Portable
43
Messaging Walkie Talkie Toys
VTech's KidiGo Walkie Talkies Share Preset Animated Messages
42
Rideable Unicorn Toys
Kid Trax's Josie is a Battery-Powered Interactive Ride-On Toy
41
Healthy Eating Nutrition Platforms
Red Rabbit Boasts Made-from-Scratch Meals and Education Labs
40
Social Media Auditors
The Hypevertise Instagram Auditor Shows an Influencer's Marketing Potential
39
QSR Mascot Costumes
KFC and Spirit Halloween Created a Limited-Edition Colonel Sanders Costume
38
AR Grooming Lenses
Manscaped's 'Prevent Manscaping Accidents' Shares a Funny Lens on Snapchat
37
Modular Child-Specific Guitars
The Loog Guitar Debuts Its Newest Electric Guitar for Beginners
36
Immersive City Guide Experiences
Hidden Trax is a GPS Tracked Podcast That Guides Your Travels
35
Vegetable-Enriched Ketchup Condiments
This Ketchup with Veggies Has Added Carrots & Squash
34
Healthy Eating Incentives
C&S Wholesale Grocers Enters a Partnership with Produce for Kids
33
Health-Focused Educational Food Camps
Camp Foodie Teaches Children About Cooking and Nutrition
32
Functional CBD Kombuchas
M Kombucha Complements Its Probiotic Beverages with Adaptogens & CBD
31
Inclusive Healthy Eating Programs
'Happy Family, Healthy Kids' Targets Underserved Communities
30
Football-Themed Social Media Lenses
The NFL Launched a Snapchat AR Lens for its 100th Season
29
Reimagined School Cafeteria Programs
Sweetgreens & FoodCorps Advocate for Healthy Cafeterias
28
Sparkling Cranberry Sauces
Glitter Cranberry Sauce Makes for a Millennial-Friendly Thanksgiving
27
Futuristic Printed Food Toys
'Play Food from the Future' Familiarizes Kids with Sustainable Food
26
Color-In Macaroni Boxes
Kraft's Limited-Edition Macaroni and Cheese Boxes Inspire Creativity
25
Pretty Pastel Baking Chips
The Yummallo Pastel Baking Chips Will Make Any Treat Instagram-Worthy
24
Fashion-Specific Video Content Sites
YouTube Recently Launched a Dedicated Fashion Section
23
Social Media 3D Photos
Snapchat Has Added a 3D Selfie on Its Platform for iPhone Users
22
Creamy Peppermint Pies
Walmart's Holiday Peppermint Crème Pie is the Ultimate Holiday Dessert
21
Social Media Music Sharing
Users on Facebook Can Now Share 15-Second Clips of Spotify Content
20
Mini Triple Chocolate Brownies
Hostess is Set to Debut Triple Chocolate Brownies in December
19
Healthy Eating-Centric Campaigns
Beko's Eat Like a Pro Draws Inspiration from Athletes and eSports
18
Company Climate Strike Initiatives
SodaStream Joined the Global Climate Strike
17
Dual-Flavored Candy Bars
The Hershey’s Milk Chocolate and Whoppers Bar is the Best of Both Worlds
16
Two-in-One Moisturizers
The Newest Clinique Smart Product Boasts Resculpt & Revolumize Formulas
15
Cross Platform Dating Apps
Facebook Dating Launched in the US and will have Instagram Integration
14
Specialist-Powered Weight Management Programs
AdventHealth for Children Taps Nutrition & Wellness
13
Child-Centric Nutrition Workshops
The Wholesome Child Offers Interactive, Custom Workshops
12
Dual-Flavored Gelatin Snacks
Starburst Duos Gelatin Lets You Make Two-Toned Jell-O Snacks
11
Female Empowerment Board Games
Hasbro's Ms. Monopoly Gives Female Players More Money
10
Large Chocolate Bar-Themed Cheesecakes
Twix Launched a Cheesecake Dessert in China and the UK
9
Social Media Music Stories
Pandora App Users Can Now Share Music to an Instagram Story
8
Social Media App Tours
Snap Has Streamlined the Lens Studio App to Make It Easier for Creators
7
Social Media Reposting Apps
Tweeig 2.0 Lets You Repost a Tweet to Instagram as a Video
6
Centralized Notification Manager Apps
The Noft App Helps Make Your Digital Life Less Cluttered
5
Pink Candy-Flavored Beverage Mixes
Starburst Recently Launched an All Pink Strawberry Drink Mix
4
Informative Digital School Menus
Yum Yummi Allows Parents to Better Plan for Their Kid's Meal
3
Nutrition-Focused Kid-Centric Organizations
TasteWise Kids Strives to Build Healthy Habits in Kids
2
Shareable Music Streaming Content
Spotify Customers Will Now Be Able to Share Songs on Snapchat
1
Authentic Cocoa Cereals
Safari Cocoa Crunch by Mom's Best Cereal is Made with Real Cocoa
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
AI-Powered Digital Gifting Experiences
Prezzee's Magical Moments Delight Kids, Family & Colleagues
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Gen Z-Led Swimwear Campaigns
Pacsun Taps Gen Z Influencers for Spring/Summer 2026 Swimwear Capsule
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Social-First Direct Selling Series
Mary Kay Miss Conceptions Reshapes Gen Z & Millennial Mindsets
Voice-to-Sticker Printers
Stickerbox Supports AI-Powered, Safe, Independent, Creative Play
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
In-App Mental Health Features
Snapchat Launches 'Here For You' Canada for Young Users
Limited-Edition Flip Phones
The SVEDPHONE Only Offers Call and Text for Living in the Moment
Influencer-Driven Consumer Insight Tools
Brilli™ is a New Tool That Disrupts Food Research
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Premium Youth Skincare
Kinside Supports Gen Alpha with Safe, Simple Skincare Made for Their Age
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Interactive AR Avocado Scans
Chipotle Launches its 'AvoLotto Lens' on Snapchat
Gen-Z-Targeted Phone Spots
Samsung Spotlights the Galaxy S25 Ultra in its 'Recipe Ideas' Ad
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Gen Z Sun Care Campaigns
indu's Latest Initiative Aims to Improve Teen SPF Application Habits
Child Mobility Concepts
Toyota Unveils a Self-Driving Ev for Children That Challenges Conventions
Connection-Centered Bag Campaigns
Kate Spade's Spark Something Beautiful Stars Gen Z Icons
Reality-Themed Dating Campaigns
Tinder Launches a YouTube Reality Show to Appeal to Gen Z
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
Next Generation Art Designs
Apple Designers of Tomorrow Presents New Talent at Design Miami Paris
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Youth-Safe Skincare Hubs
Cult Beauty's Gen A–Z Hub Educates and Empowers Gen Alpha and Gen Z
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns
Canva Spotlights its Creative Tools Ahead of Halloween
Junior Kitchen Products
KitchenAid Kids Helps Children Participate in Age-Safe Cooking Experiences
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
AI is Optimizing a STEM Summer Camp Directory
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Myth-Busting Skincare Campaigns
indu is Helping Teen Boys Better Care for Their Skin
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
College-Focused Social Platforms
TikTok's Campus Verification Feature Mirrors Early Facebook
AI-Driven Design Hubs
Unilever Leans into AI Design Content with 'Sketch Pro'
AI-Driven Wholesale Platforms
Hypedrop Validates, Designs and Develops Products in Six Weeks
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Pizza-Inspired Skincare Sets
Glow Hub’s Pizza My Glow Shares Brightening Solutions in a Fun Box
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
Reimagined Pizza Loyalty Programs
Pizza Hut Reels in Customers with Hut Rewards
AI Technology-Focused Training Campaigns
The Raspberry Pi Foundation Emphasizes Youth Empowerment
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
AI-Powered Imagery Tools
Snap by Genius.AI Creates Realistic Images Fast Without Photoshoots
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
AI-Powered Pizza Ordering Experiences
This DoorDash Pi Day Experience is Arriving This Month
Teen Finance Education
SimplyBudget Helps Teens Manage Money With AI and Parental Oversight
Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions
American Eagle Launches Gen Z-Focused 'Off The Cuff' Publication
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
LDA Gen Z-Focused Delivery Apps
Instacart Launches a Dedicated App for Party Hosts
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Local Social Media Feeds
TikTok’s Local Feed Uses Precise Location Opt-In, Excludes Minors
Virtual Student Snack Stores
Fizz and Gopuff Partnered to Offer Quick Access to Snacks and More
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Next Gen Multimedia Platforms
Hello Sunshine Launches Sunnie, a Gen Z Media and Lifestyle Platform
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Teen-Safety Rideshare Accounts
Lyft Teen Accounts With Built-In Safety Tools
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Child-Focused Handheld Games
The Game Boy-Inspired Kids Device is an Alternative to Tablets
Short-Form Video Previews
Vertical Feeds Help Members Discover Content on Netflix
Honest Mealtime Campaigns
Little Dish's 'Guaranteed to be eaten by kids' Was Crowdsourced
Product-Inspired Halloween Looks
Aldi and EllaDoesFX Created a Look Inspired by Professor Peppy
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Senior Creative Teams
Tosti Creative Put Out a Call for Senior Creatives Aged 70 and Older
Donation-Based Menu Deals
Domino’s Turns Pizza Purchases into Donations for Kids with Illnesses
Video-First Food Ordering Experiences
CookUnity Acquired flavrs to Enhance Its Meal Service
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
Festive Creator-Led Series
Pepsi Pioneers is a Five-Part Christmas Series for Gen Z
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Branded Creativity-Focused Workshops
The LEGO Group Unveils Its 2025 Creativity Workshop Series
All-In-One Retailer Community Apps
Pacsun Debuts the PS Community Hub App
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Virtual Influencer Creators
Optodolce Enables Easy Creation of Virtual Influencers for Marketing
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
AI-Driven AgeTech Consortiums
AgeTech Collaborative from AARP Seeks to Improve Quality of Life
Interactive Content Sharing
STIK App Lets Users Publish Content Directly On Physical Products
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Digital Journaling Platforms
Moments Helps Users Reflect, Track, and Journal for Personal Growth
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Gen Z Surveillance Assessment Tools
Gen Z For Change Launches 'Eyes on AI' to Inform the Public
Technology-Driven Healthy Aging Projects
MEDTEQ+ and AGE-WELL Continue the envisAGE Initiative
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Collectible Mini Cameras
The Photo Creator Mini Cam Lets Kids Snap Photos Without a Phone
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Startup Discovery Hubs
Launching.today Showcases New Projects from Entrepreneurs and Builders
AR-Enabled Oat Drink Packaging
Alpro and Appetite Creative Partnered for Interactive Packaging
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
Digital Event Invitations
BigLittle Simplifies Creating and Sharing Kids’ Party Invitations Online
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Canadian Entrepreneur-Focused Marketplaces
Futurpreneur Marketplace Emerges as a Timely Initiative
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Video-Based Mystery Shopping Technologies
Blaze Pizza Partners with Reality Based Group
Custom Social Platforms
Nightlight Offers Inclusive And Highly Custom Social Media Experiences
Media Literacy Programs
YouTube x Institute for Strategic Dialogue Launched 'Be Internet Citizens'
Customization-Forward Valentine's Day Gifts
Sugarwish Highlights Customizable Gift Preferences
Texting Coffee Campaigns
The Costa Coffee Hypeline Connects with Gen Z
Kid-Friendly Recipe Campaigns
Aldi Created a Series of Dishes with a 4-Year-Old TikTok Chef
Music-Driven Coding Lessons
Amazon Launches the Inclusive Your Voice is Power Program
Digital Craft Platforms
The Apple and Design Miami Collaboration Explores Creative Innovation
Custom Kid Storybooks
Storyhero Turns Your Child Into The Hero Of Their Own Story
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Youthful News Sources
Supp Delivers Fun, Relatable News Using Gen Z Slang and Humor
Sustainability-Focused Scooter Campaigns
iScooter Has Initiated Its Annual Black Friday Campaign
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Teen Content Filters
Instagram Expands Age-Rated Experiences with Stricter Parental Controls
Influencer Discovery Assistants
SocialiQ 2.0 Automates Influencer Research Right on Social Media
Kids Social Networks
Friendometry Connects Families To Build Meaningful Kid Friendships
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
Digital Postcard Platforms
Yup Lets You Create And Send Personalized Digital Postcards In Seconds