Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Second-Skin
Wearable
Wearable technology merges with the human body unintrusively.
4.7
Trend score
Trend
What is the Second-Skin Wearable trend?
Second-Skin Wearable: With the need for constant connectivity inescapable in the modern consumer’s lifestyle, wearable technology is becoming more adaptive to the human body through flexible adhesives that can be touched, scanned and tracked for an intuitive experience that is quickly becoming second-nature. As we move towards a future where technology becomes physically integrated into the human body, hesitant consumers are more likely to test out patch wearables that adhere to the skin for a more connected experience before committing to cyborg-style sub-dermal implants.
Trend themes
Themes within the Second-Skin Wearable trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Flexible Adhesives
The development of wearable technology through flexible adhesives that can be touched, scanned and tracked offers potential for a more connected experience before committing to cyborg-style sub-dermal implants.
02
Near Field Communication
The secure and versatile communication capabilities of near field communication technology present opportunities for applications in wearables, such as the Wearable Interactive Stamp Platform.
03
3D Bio-Printing
The potential for tailored bio-printed wound dressings can alleviate risks of infection and promote healing that could be implemented in other medical applications in the future.
Industry implications
What the Second-Skin Wearable trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Fashion and Apparel
Flexible adhesives can be applied in various wearable items such as clothes, shoes, and accessories.
For
Healthcare
The use of e-skin technology and 3D bio-printing offer potential applications in the healthcare industry, such as patient monitoring and wound care.
For
Technology
Near field communication technology enables wearable devices to communicate with nearby devices or systems, presenting opportunities for the development of new wearables.
Workshop question
How will your product be consumed in the near future as hyperconnectivity becomes the norm?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Second-Skin Wearable
Trend score 4.7 out of 10, from popularity 77%, activity 56%, freshness 8%.
Popularity77%
Activity56%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Second-Skin Wearable trend
5 featured examples from Jan 7, 2016 to Feb 3, 2018CategoryTech
Wearable Smart Stamps
The Wearable Interactive Stamp Platform Offers Numerous Applications
The healthcare industry can benefit from incorporating wearable smart stamps to monitor patient health and collect data in a secure manner.
CategoryTech
Wearable Electronic Sensors
The E-Skin Sensors Can Be Fixed to the Skin Like Temporary Tattoos
Innovation in ultra-thin electronic sensors for consumer electronics and medical devices.
CategoryLifestyle
UV-Tracking Skin Patches
L'Oreal Reveals its Tech-Savvy 'My UV' Skin Patch at CES 2016
Disruptive innovation opportunity: The integration of UV-Tracking Skin Patches into beauty products and cosmetics, creating a new category of sun protection and skincare products.
CategoryArt & Design
Touchscreen Temporary Tattoos
DuoSkin Tattoos Look Like Gold Leaf and Function as Touchscreens
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with fashion and beauty brands to incorporate temporary touchscreen tattoos into their product lines, offering consumers a unique an…
CategoryTech
Bio-Printed Wound Dressings
This Medical Innovation Protects Those with Diabetes from Infection
Opportunities to invest in the manufacture of 3D bio-printed medical devices that address specific medical needs and improve patient outcomes.
