Companies are designing face mask storage compartments for hygienic purposes
Trend - The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a high demand for face masks that prevent people from spreading the virus to others. In response to this rising need, brands are creating products that keep these face masks clean with dehumidifying and deodorizing storage designs.
Insight - As restrictions begin to lift and consumers start to ease back into their routines, they're still encouraged and in many countries, mandated to maintain social distancing rules. To ensure that they stay protected from any exposure, and that they're doing their part to limit exposing others, consumers turn to brands that help this process along.
Insight - As restrictions begin to lift and consumers start to ease back into their routines, they're still encouraged and in many countries, mandated to maintain social distancing rules. To ensure that they stay protected from any exposure, and that they're doing their part to limit exposing others, consumers turn to brands that help this process along.
Workshop Question - How is your company helping consumers safely adapt to the world as restrictions slowly lift?
Trend Themes
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Hygienic Face Mask Storage — Brands are designing products to keep face masks clean through storage with dehumidifying and deodorizing designs.
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Multifunctional Face Mask Devices — There is a new trend in devices that combine UV sanitation and storage for portable and hygienic face mask use.
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Fashionable Face Mask Pouches — There is a growing trend in the production of fashionable and portable pouches specifically designed to hold multiple clean masks.
Industry Implications
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Industry — The PPE industry should consider specializing in multifunctional PPE products with sanitizing and storage functions for enhanced protection.
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Fashion Industry — The fashion industry should concentrate on designing fashionable and portable pouches for face masks that cater to the needs of individual consumers.
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Travel Industry — The travel industry should explore opportunities in providing hygienic face mask storage solutions for travelers to comply with social distancing rules.
