# UV Detecting Charms The Netsuke Cell Phone Charm Could Prevent Cancer By Ashley C.R. | Published 2010-04-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Netsuke-Cell-Phone-charm References: [strapya-world](http://www.strapya-world.com/categories/12_65_5391.html) The Netsuke Cell Phone Charm is more than just a [fancy decoration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case)! The charm doubles as a UV ray detector. Great when you're out at the beach and you're wanting to monitor just how much sun you're really absorbing. The Netsuke Cell Phone Charm is a glass egg-shaped ball that starts out as a light color, but gradually turns to purple as the charm gets more and more [UV rays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfrepairing-uv-tech). You can buy one (or two or three!) for $4.50 each. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Uv-tracking Accessories:** Expanding the market for wearable accessories that track UV exposure could be a potential trend. - **Health-focused Tech Accessories:** New opportunities for health-focused tech accessories, like the Netsuke Cell Phone Charm, that serve a dual purpose could be on the rise. - **Eco-friendly Phone Accessories:** Using eco-friendly materials to develop products like the Netsuke Cell Phone Charm could be a growing trend. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies could explore the opportunity of incorporating health tracking features in small accessories. - **Beauty & Personal Care:** Beauty and personal care companies may expand into health-focused accessories that can protect users' skin. - **Sustainable Products:** Sustainable product companies might take inspiration from the Netsuke Cell Phone Charm to create eco-friendly products that serve additional purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [UV Damage-Detecting Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-damagedetecting-camera.md) - [Interchangeable Phone Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-for-the-iphone.md) - [Kid-Friendly UV Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnypatch.md) - [Adorable Nylon Bag Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggu-crescent-bag-charm.md) - [Collectible Shopping Bag Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amuseables-space-nk-bag-charm.md) - [Anti-EMF Technology Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eneu-harmonice.md) - [Bug-Repelling Charm Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-collection.md) - [Anti-Radiation Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radiationblocking-charger.md) - [Dual-Purpose Device Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totallee-uv-phone-sanitizer.md)