# UV Sensitive Bikinis Beads Indicate Degree of Sun Exposure By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-09-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bikini-protection-beads-indicate-degree-of-doneness References: [shinyshiny](http://www.shinyshiny.tv/2008/09/uv_intensity_bi.html) Here's a low tech way to tell if you are getting too much sun. It's the called the UV Intensity Bikini. See those little purple beads? They are actually [UV level indicators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-day-app) that tell you when you have baked enough. If the beads are white or light colored, you're good. If they turn deep purple you are over cooked. Did I mention it's a really [hot looking bikini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitamin-a-1)? Check out some more [tanning innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawaiian-tropic-hibiscus-cove) below. **Implications** - Technological advancements and innovations are constantly becoming more prominent in society, particularly when the innovations benefit customers' health. Since audiences are becoming increasingly aware of their health and well-being in a way that was not seen in previous decades, companies would benefit from introducing products that encourage a healthy lifestyle in a modern way, such as through the use of technology. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Underwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/underwear) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Healthy Lifestyle Tech:** Companies can embrace the trend of introducing technologically advanced products that promote a healthy lifestyle. - **Sun Protection Innovations:** There is an opportunity for companies to develop innovative products that protect customers from excessive sun exposure. - **Fashion-tech Integration:** The fashion industry can explore integrating technology into clothing items, like UV-sensitive bikinis, to offer unique and functional designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies have the potential to develop devices or wearables that monitor and protect individuals from UV exposure. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can provide innovative solutions to help individuals monitor and maintain their sun exposure levels. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands can embrace the trend of incorporating technology into their products, such as UV level indicators in clothing, to cater to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Friendly UV Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnypatch.md) - [Stylish Sun-Protective Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upf-collection.md) - [Wearable Skin Protection Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-uv-detector.md) - [UV Protection Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfrepairing-uv-tech.md) - [Transparent UV Protection Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunshield-peptide-patch.md) - [Sun Safety Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-guardian.md) - [Location-Based UV Tracker Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-day-app.md) - [AI Sun Care Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burnable-billboard.md) - [Protective Nail Care Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spf50-nude-veil.md)