# Getting Personal With DNA Genetic DNA codes provide the ultimate personalization. By [Marissa Liu](https://www.trendhunter.com/marissaliu) | Published Nov 12, 2007, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/getting-personal-with-dna-genetic-dna-codes-provide-the-ultimate-personaliz ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.9/10 - Evidence articles: 3 ## What is the Getting Personal With DNA trend? **Getting Personal With DNA:** Consumers can now showcase DNA as personal artwork or infuse it into cosmetics such as perfumes. Other innovations allow in-depth analysis of an individual’s genetic makeup including personal DNA scanner and genealogy services that track ancestry. People are increasingly enamored by the mystery of genetic code. In a world where exclusivity and individuality is in demand, there is nothing more unique than a person’s DNA. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 3 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 13, 2006 to Jun 18, 2007 - Published: Nov 12, 2007 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Getting Personal With DNA trend ### Personalization with DNA Consumers are looking to showcase their uniqueness through personal DNA artwork, fragrance and visualization. ### DNA Analysis Increased interest in DNA analysis services such as genealogy tracking and personal DNA scanners. ### DNA as a Formal Code DNA is being looked at as a unique identifier, with potential uses as a human barcode. ## What the Getting Personal With DNA trend means for industry ### For Personal Care The beauty and fragrance industry can capitalize on personalized fragrance creation based on customer's DNA. ### For Genetics and Genealogy The field of genetics and genealogy can develop services for DNA analysis and tracking customer's ancestral heritage. ### For Art The use of DNA as a unique identifier can create opportunities for customized and personalized artwork. ## Trend signals for Getting Personal With DNA Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 51%, activity 59%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 51% - Activity: 59% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Getting Personal With DNA trend 3 featured examples from Jun 13, 2006 to Jun 18, 2007. - [Your DNA as Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-dna-as-art-dna-gloframe): DNA GloFrame (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The integration of personalized DNA art creates new opportunities for artists and collectors to innovate and explore new avenues for self-expression. - [Visualize Your Personality: PersonalDNA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visualize-your-personality-personaldna) (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Utilizing personality visualizations to help individuals gain self-awareness and personal growth. - [DNA Genealogy Service](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dna-genealogy-cheek-cells-grow-roots): Send in a DNA Sample to Track Your Ancestry (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Genealogy companies have the opportunity to grow and innovate by offering convenient and comprehensive online platforms for tracing family history. ## Recent trend clusters - [Sensory Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sensory-packaging) (Art & Design) - [Calm Monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/calm-monitoring) (Lifestyle) - [Smile Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/smile-cosmetics) (Fashion) - [Connected Filtration](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/connected-filtration) (Tech) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Fruit-Inspired Cleaning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilada-punch) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) - [Textural Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-designs-blu-dot) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)