# Next-Gen Facial Devices Foreo UFO Transforms the Way Face Mask Treatments are Applied By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreo-ufo References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1783400091/ufo-beauty-tech-revolutionizes-face-masks-in-90-se?ref=25cnl8&utm_source=seeding&utm_medium=epr&utm_content=seedingcontent&utm_campaign=pec-ufolaunchksq12018-ufo-kickstarter-aae-top-gen-eng-global) & [foreo](https://www.foreo.com/shop/skincare/devices) Over the past few years, [sheet and face masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-cryoglow) have become some of the most popular at-home skincare treatments—but the Foreo UFO, newly unveiled at CES 2018, promises that there is a better way to nourish the skin than spending "20 minutes under cold, wet sheets of paper." UFO is a cutting-edge gadget at the intersection of beauty and technology that offers [spa-level facial treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-facialpro-glow) in just 90 seconds. Foreo describes UFO as "the world's most advanced smart mask," as it offers a range of app-controlled face treatments. To use the product, consumers are first instructed to remove the device's outer ring and load a single-use smart mask. After the device has been activated, a user may select their preferred treatment. As Foreo UFO is powered by Hyper-Infusion Technology and [LED light therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7wavelength-led-light-therapy-mask); use of the anti-aging red LED boosts the production of collagen, the green LED brightens and evens the skin tone, while the blue LED does away with bacteria. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Skincare Devices:** The development of app-controlled skincare devices like Foreo UFO presents an opportunity for disrupting traditional at-home facial treatments. - **Hyper-infusion Technology:** Hyper-infusion technology, as seen in Foreo UFO, is a growing trend in the beauty industry that presents an opportunity for revolutionizing skincare delivery systems. - **LED Light Therapy:** LED light therapy is emerging as a trend in beauty and wellness that offers new opportunities for innovative facial treatments like those offered by Foreo UFO. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beauty Industry:** The beauty industry has been disrupted by the rise of smart skincare devices like Foreo UFO, which offers technology-driven spa treatments in the comfort of one's home. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on the trend of merging technology and skincare by developing smart beauty devices like Foreo UFO. - **Wellness Industry:** The wellness industry can benefit from the trend of LED light therapy in skincare by offering innovative treatments similar to those provided by Foreo UFO. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicled-50-centurion-korean-mask.md) - [Customizable Light Therapy Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reglow-led-therapy-mask.md) - [LED Beauty Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryoglow-led-face-mask.md) - [All-In-One Anti-Aging Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conairs-led.md) - [Pro-Grade Light Therapy Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulike-reglow.md) - [LED Hand Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-hand-mask.md) - [Glow-Boosting LED Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therafacemask-glo.md) - [Beautifying LED Light Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therabody.md) - [Flexible LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-tech.md)