# Technology Skin Burns Cozy Computer Time Can Lead to "Toasted Skin Syndrome" By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-10-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-skin-syndrome References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5657721/what-is-toasted-skin-syndrome) & [webmd](http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20101004/laptop-risk-toasted-skin-syndrome) Many people worry only about [burns from the sun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-guardian), the stove and fire, but something called "Toasted Skin Syndrome," which can lead to skin cancer, can result rather surprisingly from the frequent practice of [lap-top computer usage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-device-addiction). A recent complaint by a 12-year-old gamer revealed a noticeable sponge-patterned burn on his left leg, the location under which his laptop's processor was situated. Though "Toasted Skin Syndrome" has effected heat-proximate workers throughout human history, the cases of the affliction have increased within the general public, attributed to the use of our beloved technologies. Photo Credits: [CBS News](http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504763_162-20018447-10391704.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Toasted Skin Syndrome:** Opportunity for the development of innovative cooling technologies to prevent Toasted Skin Syndrome caused by laptop usage. - **Heat-proximate Work:** Opportunity for the implementation of safety measures and protective equipment to reduce the risk of Toasted Skin Syndrome in heat-proximate workers. - **Skin Cancer Prevention:** Opportunity to educate and raise awareness about the link between Toasted Skin Syndrome and skin cancer, promoting preventive measures. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Innovative solutions can be developed within the technology industry to create laptop cooling systems that prevent Toasted Skin Syndrome. - **Healthcare:** Healthcare industry can address the issue by providing education and implementing safety measures to prevent Toasted Skin Syndrome in heat-proximate workers. - **Skin Care:** Skin care industry can develop products and treatments to mitigate the risk of Toasted Skin Syndrome and raise awareness about skin cancer prevention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sun Safety Movements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burn-lines.md) - [Wearable Skin Protection Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-uv-detector.md) - [Ai Burn Treatment Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retune.md) - [Blue Light Awareness Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaseline-screen-block.md) - [Heat-Disbursing Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatdisbursing-laptop-case.md) - [Glow‑In‑Dark Tech Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit-board-device.md) - [Precision Touchscreen-Enabled Toasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tineco-toasty-one.md) - [Optic Sensor Smart Toasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breville-eye-q-auto.md) - [Touchscreen Interface Smart Toasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasty-one.md)