# Sustainable Mushroom-Made Helmets The 'Grow It Yourself Helmet' is Made with Mycelium By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-12-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-it-yourself-helmet References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/12/19/this-sustainable-helmet-is-a-diy-design-made-from-mushrooms-grows-on-its-own/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The 'Grow It Yourself Helmet' is an eco-conscious accessory that is focused on blending sustainability with safety thanks to its naturalistic design. The helmet eliminates the need for plastic in the main portion of the design in favor of [mycelium and hay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycelium-muse), which makes it well-suited for safety and proper disposal after use. The low-cost helmet design makes it a favorable alternative to [foam ones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ventete-ah1), while still providing impressive safety functions. The 'Grow It Yourself Helmet' is the design work of Diego Mata and [NOS Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-pulp-coffee-carrier), and was spoken on by the latter; "We have developed a helmet that can be made out of hay and Mycelium. It is 100% compostable, breathable, and impact resistant. The helmet reduces the use of plastics in a product that will be disposed of in a short time due to the child’s growth rate." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-conscious Accessories:** The trend towards eco-conscious accessories presents opportunities for innovative and sustainable designs like mushroom-made helmets. - **Sustainability in Safety Products:** The demand for sustainable safety products creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for designs that replace plastic with eco-friendly materials like mycelium. - **Low-cost Alternatives:** The growing preference for affordable alternatives opens up opportunities for low-cost helmet designs that prioritize safety and eco-friendliness. ### Where This Applies - **Sporting Goods:** The sustainable mushroom-made helmet is a disruptor in the sporting goods industry, offering a greener and safer alternative to traditional foam helmets. - **Safety Equipment:** The innovative mycelium helmet taps into the safety equipment industry, showcasing how sustainable materials can replace plastics in protective gear. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The eco-conscious 'Grow It Yourself Helmet' intersects with the fashion and accessories industry, providing a unique and sustainable headwear option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Oceanic Recycled Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet-helmet.md) - [Recycled Material Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poc-myelin-bike-helmet.md) - [Scallop Shell-Constructed Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet.md) - [Sustainable Design Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-reishi.md) - [Cooling Mushroom Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-packaging-1.md) - [Origami-Style Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raba-helmet.md) - [Mycelium Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myco-travel-pouch.md) - [Flatpack Cyclist Safety Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmet-concept.md) - [Mycelium-Based Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dfc001.md)