# Self-Care Futurism The hair and beauty industries innovate through tech and science. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Aug 9, 2016 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/selfcare-futurism ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Self-Care Futurism trend? **Self-Care Futurism:** The hair and beauty industries are lucrative and persistent, prompting those within seemingly unrelated industries, such as tech and science, to get involved in innovation in this space. As a result, consumers can enjoy much more accurate, streamlined approaches to self care than in the past. This is mutually beneficial to the industry at large, and consumers who are seeking ways to more carefully curate a personal aesthetic. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 10, 2015 to Jun 27, 2016 - Published: Aug 9, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Self-Care Futurism trend ### Integration of Wearable Technology in Haircare As seen with Hairware's smart hair extensions, businesses can integrate wearable technology into nontraditional industries for improved personalization and innovation opportunities. ### Customization through 3D Printing Transitions Hair Solutions' use of 3D printing to customize its scalp and hair prosthetics highlights the disruptive potential of this technology in the haircare industry. ### At-Home Beauty Technology Panasonic's Premium Beauty Steamer caters to consumers seeking natural skincare and at-home spa experiences, pushing for innovation in the beauty industry beyond traditional products. ## What the Self-Care Futurism trend means for industry ### For Wearable Technology Innovators can explore opportunities to integrate wearable technology beyond the typical industries, as seen with Hairware's hair extensions. ### For 3D Printing The haircare industry can explore using 3D printing to create custom prosthetics that cater to consumers' unique hair attributes, as exemplified by Transitions Hair Solutions. ### For At-Home Beauty Technology Developing at-home beauty technology, such as the Panasonic Premium Beauty Steamer, may be a game-changer for the industry by providing spa-like experiences in the comfort of consumers' homes. ## Workshop question What outside industry is gaining a lot of traction with your consumer and how can you converge to revolutionize your brand? ## Trend signals for Self-Care Futurism Trend score 3.0 out of 10, from popularity 54%, activity 30%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 54% - Activity: 30% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Self-Care Futurism trend 4 featured examples from Jun 10, 2015 to Jun 27, 2016. - [Hairstyle-Stealing Algorithms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celebrity-hairstyle): This Algorithm Works by Creating 3D Images of Celebrity Hairstyles (Category: Fashion) Implication: The hair and beauty industry can leverage these algorithms to offer customers personalized hairstyles that mimic those of celebrities. - [Misting Skincare Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-steamer): The Panasonic Premium Beauty Steamer Offers Intensive Moisturizing (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace technological advancements to create innovative beauty appliances that enhance the at-home beauty experience. - [Smart Hair Extentions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hairware): Hairware Extensions Are Capable of Carrying Out Tasks (Category: Fashion) Implication: The beauty industry can explore new possibilities and create disruptive innovations by incorporating smart hair extensions. - [3D-Printed Wig Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hairpieces-for-women): Transitions Hair Solutions Makes Hairpieces for Women Who've Survived Cancer (Category: Fashion) Implication: The healthcare industry can leverage the use of 3D printing technology to create personalized hair prosthetics, offering cancer survivors and individuals with hair loss conditions… ## Recent trend clusters - [Scaled Restraint](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/small-luxury-watches) (Fashion) - [Sneaker Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sneaker-theater) (Fashion) - [Ritual Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ritual-systems) (Fashion) - [Athletic Styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/athletic-styling) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Paisley-Shelled Collector Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisley-shelled-collector-sneakers) - [Fruit-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-wristwatches) - [Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-and-prestige) - [Modular Winter Wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-knuckles-fallwinter-2026) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)