# Functional Tattoo Functional temporary tattoos have a variety of potential uses. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Aug 8, 2019 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/functional-tattoo ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Functional Tattoo trend? **Functional Tattoo:** Temporary tattoos with functions that include everything from monitoring alcohol to detecting overexposure to UV rays are on the rise, presenting as unique and simple solutions to maintaining health with convenience in mind. With consumers increasingly prioritizing preventative care, these functional tattoos offer them the ability to track and maintain healthy habits longterm. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 24, 2017 to Apr 16, 2018 - Published: Aug 8, 2019 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Functional Tattoo trend ### Functional Wearable Technology The rise in popularity of wearable technology that serves a functional purpose presents an opportunity to create more solutions, like color-changing tattoos, that cater to specific needs like monitoring alcohol intake or detecting UV exposure. ### Living Tattoos The emerging trend of living tattoos that interact with stimuli could be leveraged by businesses to create more personalized and responsive wearable technology. ### Child-Focused Health Design Designers are creating products that cater to the unique needs of children's health, like the Thomy toolkit which was created to help children with Type 1 diabetes manage their insulin more easily. This presents opportunities for businesses to develop products that prioritize the comfort of children and their families. ## What the Functional Tattoo trend means for industry ### For Healthcare Technology Emerging trends in functional and living tattoos could be leveraged by businesses in the healthcare technology industry to create more personalized and accurate monitoring tools. ### For Children's Health The rise of child-focused health design presents opportunities for businesses to create products that prioritize the comfort and ease of use for children and their families in the healthcare industry. ### For Alcohol Monitoring The development of temporary smart tattoos that monitor alcohol levels presents opportunities in the hospitality and transportation industries to provide patrons with discreet and accurate information about their alcohol intake. ## Workshop question How could your brand find convenience-based ways to improve consumers lives? ## Trend signals for Functional Tattoo Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 43%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 63% - Activity: 43% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Functional Tattoo trend 4 featured examples from Oct 24, 2017 to Apr 16, 2018. - [Color-Changing UV Ray Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logicink): LogicInk's Stick-On Tattoo Changes from White to Purple (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Incorporating UV-activated color-changing technology into clothing and accessories presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion and beauty industry. - [Alcohol-Monitoring Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tattoo): This Smart Tattoo by University of California Enhances Health (Category: Tech) Implication: The healthcare and wellness industry can benefit from the integration of alcohol-monitoring wearables into personalized health tracking programs and treatment plans for alcohol-re… - [Responsive Light-Up Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-tattoo): MIT Engineers Have Successfully Created a 3D-Printed "Living Tattoo" (Category: Tech) Implication: Living tattoo technology has the potential to be applied in the biotechnology industry for medical devices and innovative treatments. - [Child-Focused Insulin Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomy-toolkit): The Thomy Toolkit Is Focused on Helping Children with Type 1 Diabetes (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The healthcare industry can benefit from the development of child-focused insulin kits, as it presents disruptive innovation opportunities to enhance patient care and long-term he… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)