# Sneaker Protective Heel Units FOREFOOT Launches the New Tonal Heel Protector Mamoru Units By Amy Duong | Published 2022-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heel-protector-mamoru References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/9/forefoot-heel-protector-mamoru-cream-sail-release-info) & [atmos-tokyo](https://www.atmos-tokyo.com/brands/forefoot)  Japanese imprint FOREFOOT is an expert when it comes to sneaker care and cleaning and now it launches new tonal iterations of its iconic Heel Protector Mamoru product. It is made to help with the heel drag that happens over time with heavy wearing. It is meant to extend a sneaker's life and comes in the colorway options of cream and sail. The releases are made to be suitable for the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-dirty-triple-white) Dunk High, the [Dunk Lows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-3), and the [Air Jordan 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-colorway) sneaker model. It has a vintage-inspired look to fit perfectly. It is attached to the heels of the shoe with a secure adhesive sheet in order to protect the back outsole unit of the shoe. Image Credit: Forefoot ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sneaker Protector Accessories:** Opportunity to create new innovative sneaker accessories to enhance the lifespan of shoes. - **Sustainable Shoe Care:** Opportunity for companies to create sustainable sneaker care and maintenance products that extend the lifespan of shoes. - **Personalized Shoe Care:** Opportunity for companies to create personalized and customizable sneaker care products that cater to individual consumer needs. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear companies to create new innovative products and explore new markets in sneaker accessories and care. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retail companies to feature and sell innovative sneaker care products in their stores and online. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity for e-commerce companies to partner with sneaker care brands and provide consumers with easy access to these products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shape-Preserving Shoe Guards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crep-protect-3.md) - [Functional Shoe-Cleaning Foams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foamx.md) - [Faux Dirty Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-dirty-triple-white.md) - [Dynamic Sole Unit Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zponge.md) - [Triple Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-6.md) - [Monochromatic Suede Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-3.md) - [Long-Lasting Sneaker Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crep-protect-deo.md) - [Tech-Forward Innovative Recovery Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-Recovery-boot.md) - [Earthy Tonal Statement Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-colorway.md)