# Powered HEPA Face Masks The LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier Highlighted Safety at CES 2021 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-01-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-puricare-wearable-air-purifier References: [gearhungry](https://www.gearhungry.com/lg-puricare-wearable-air-purifier/) & [lg](https://www.lg.com/hk_en/puricare/lg-ap300awfa) The [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-puricare-aerobooster) PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier was debuted by the brand at CES 2021 as a [wearable technology product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebcare-mask) for consumers to make use of in the new normal as they seek out ways to get back to their routine in a safe manner. The face mask makes use of two replaceable [H13 HEPA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/germicidal-air-purifier) filters that sit right in front of the cheek section and will go to work removing 99% of bacteria, 99.7% of viruses and allergens that would otherwise be inhaled. The unit features a patented respiratory sensor that will recognize the breathing of the wearer to adjust the dual fans automatically for each filter for easier breathing. The LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier is equipped with a battery that will last between four and eight hours, depending on the fan speed. The unit comes with a UV case for storing, charging and sanitizing the face mask. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Air Purifiers:** There is an opportunity to create more wearable air purifiers to cater to consumers who want to breathe clean air while on the go. - **HEPA Face Masks:** Businesses can innovate further on HEPA face masks to make them more comfortable to wear without compromising the filtration of bacteria and viruses. - **Smart Respiratory Sensors:** There is an opportunity to integrate respiratory sensors into wearable air purifiers to not only offer better filtration but to also tailor the experience to each user's specific breathing patterns. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** Healthcare providers can invest in wearable air purifiers to protect their patients and staff from airborne diseases. - **Travel:** The travel industry can benefit from incorporating wearable air purifiers into their offerings to alleviate concerns of travelers about the safety of their air quality. - **Sports:** Sports brands can innovate further on the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier to create more comfortable and stylish options for athletes who need to wear masks while playing their respective sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Allergy-Alleviating Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/respiray-wear-a.md) - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.md) - [High-Tech Air-Purifying Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpurifying-mask.md) - [Multi-Angle Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-puricare-aerobooster.md) - [Air Purifier Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-puricare-aerotower.md) - [Battery-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreo-macro-pro.md) - [Neck-Worn Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-air-purifier-concept.md) - [Laser Sensor-Equipped Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-purifier-p1.md) - [Technology-Charging Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coway-airmega-icon.md)