# Reusable Hygiene Masks Mitsufuji's Hamon AG Mask Can Be Washed Up to 50 Times By Ell Smith | Published 2020-03-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hygiene-masks References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/mitsufuji-hamon-ag-mask-washable-03-20-2020/) & [mitsufuji.co.jp](https://www.mitsufuji.co.jp/) All industries are getting creative to support those effected by [COVID-19](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoconscious-covid19-testing-kit), but most importantly, designers like mitsufuji are coming up with solutions to major issues impacting healthcare workers, like the shortage of hygiene masks. mitsufuji, a company that designs wearables, has created the Hamon AG Mask -- a high-performance hygiene mask that can be washed up to 50 times. The product is made from medical fibres and is able to keep germs and bacteria at bay with its medical-grade, antibacterial, and deodorizing technology. The brand believes it can produce up to 50,000 masks a month, offering a solution to the shortage of essentials frontline workers are currently facing. These masks can be safely [washed in any washing machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirai-human-washing-machine). Image Credit: mitsufuji Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/mitsufuji-hamon-ag-mask-washable-03-20-2020/), [mitsufuji.co.jp](https://www.mitsufuji.co.jp/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hygiene Mask Shortage:** The shortage of hygiene masks presents an opportunity for innovative solutions like reusable masks that can be washed up to 50 times. - **Medical-grade Antibacterial Technology:** The use of medical-grade, antibacterial, and deodorizing technology in hygiene masks has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry. - **Wearable Design Solutions:** Designers focusing on wearable solutions, such as mitsufuji's Hamon AG Mask, are addressing major issues impacting healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from the production of reusable hygiene masks that offer a solution to the shortage currently faced by frontline workers. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The textile manufacturing industry can explore the production of medical-grade fibers and antibacterial technology for reusable hygiene masks. - **Design and Fashion:** The design and fashion industry can contribute to the fight against COVID-19 by creating innovative wearable solutions like mitsufuji's Hamon AG Mask. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Style Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpur-fiit.md) - [Copper-Infused Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aebl-epion.md) - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.md) - [Supportive Machine-Washable Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heroic-sleep-pillow.md) - [Powered Breathability Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-face-mask.md) - [Facemask Upcycling Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-facemasks.md) - [Aerodynamic Filtration Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goa-face-protector.md) - [Reusable Wet Wipe Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-tissue-cleaner.md) - [Connected Emotive Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w3e-mask-expressive-emotion.md)