# Feline Face Covers Stay Pollution-Free With the Thanko USB Kitty Mask By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanko-usb-kitty-mask References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/02/03/thanko-usb-kitty-mask/) & [thanko.jp](http://www.thanko.jp/product/usb/bodycare/usbmask3neko.html) Face masks are very common in Asia but you may have never seen one quite as -- well, outrageous as the Thanko USB Kitty Mask. This [face cover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-aperture-vision-pro-face-cover) is suppose to help [filter and circulate air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vu-air-ionizer) that can be powered via batteries or USB. The mask is probably better suited for children because of it's cutesy nature. Check out the Thanko USB Kitty Mask in the gallery and see if it really is worth protecting yourself from pollution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Face Masks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop face masks with unique designs and features to appeal to different consumer segments. - **Air Filtration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create advanced air filtration systems for personal use that are both efficient and stylish. - **Personal Protective Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent new forms of personal protective equipment that integrate technology for enhanced functionality and comfort. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative solutions for face masks and air filtration devices in healthcare settings. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with fashion brands to merge style and functionality in face masks and personal protective equipment. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and connectivity features into personal protective equipment for a more seamless and convenient user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aerodynamic Filtration Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goa-face-protector.md) - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.md) - [Connected Emotive Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w3e-mask-expressive-emotion.md) - [Copper-Infused Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aebl-epion.md) - [Customizable Style Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpur-fiit.md) - [Powered Breathability Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-face-mask.md) - [High-Tech Air-Purifying Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpurifying-mask.md) - [Cat-Friendly Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wisesky-wcat-air-purifier.md) - [Digital Avatar LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qudi-mask-2.md)