# Sobriety-Sensing Bracelets The BACtrack 'Skyn' Tracks Your BAC Level as You Enjoy Libations By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bac-level References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/alcohol-bracelet-bactrack-skyn/43473/) & [bactrack](http://www.bactrack.com/pages/bactrack-skyn-wearable-alcohol-monitor) The BACtrack 'Skyn' is a new [wearable device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biostrap-kairos) designed to test a wearers BAC level to let them know when it's time to stop drinking. The BACtrack 'Skyn' tracks a wearers blood alcohol content (BAC) level consistently thanks to the embedded [transdermal alcohol sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bac-calculator-by-bacdrunk) it has. The BACtrack 'Skyn' works with the accompanying smartphone app to let wearers know when they are approaching or have hit the 0.04% BAC level. It can also be set to ping a family member or friend to let them know that the person is impaired. The BACtrack 'Skyn' shows significant promise for those that are looking for a way to restrict their alcohol consumption or perhaps even stay on track with their sobriety. For general usage, the BACtrack 'Skyn' could be utilized by those that want to enjoy a drink [before driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-driving-detection) to let them know if they're suitable to get behind the wheel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sobriety Tracking:** Developing wearable technology to monitor alcohol consumption and app-based tracking for conscious consumption and sobriety. - **Transdermal Sensors:** Implementing transdermal technology in wearables to accurately track blood alcohol content levels for social and practical implications. - **Connected Safety:** Innovating wearable safety tech for individuals, connected with their trusted circles, using an alcohol sensor device to signal impairment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Wearable Technology:** The development of wearable tech to help people in their struggle with alcohol consumption and build a connected sense of safety. - **Alcohol & Beverage:** Upscaling alcohol and beverage industries' safety measures and promoting conscious and sensible alcohol consumption among customers. - **Healthcare & Insurance:** Implementing alcohol-tracking wearables as part of health and insurance programs, for clients to monitor and support their alcohol consumption goals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revolutionary Alcohol Detection Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcohol-detection-software.md) - [Connected Runner Breath Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-breath-analyzer.md) - [Alcohol Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soberly.md) - [Workplace-Focused Alcohol Breathalyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcohol-breathalyzers.md) - [Nicotine-Detecting Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinworn-sensor.md) - [Health-Focused Alcohol-Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholtracking-app.md) - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Sweat-Analyzing Hydration Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nix-hydration-biosensor.md) - [Perspiration-Analyzing Fitness Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweat-fitness-tracker.md)