# Wearable UV Monitors Have Fun and Be Safe in the Sun with This Ultraviolet Sensor By Mesel Isaac | Published 2014-09-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolet-sensor References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/wearables/7-quirky-wearables-from-wearable-chairs-to-safety-bracelets/) & [liveultrahealthy](http://www.liveultrahealthy.com/) The Violet is a wearable ultraviolet sensor that keeps track of your UV exposure and helps to prevent skin damage. In real-time the Violet's algorithm accurately measures the Sun's effect on your body, not just the negative effects, but positive effects as well, like your natural daily vitamin D production. Working in conjunction with a mobile app the Violet can remind you when you need to [re-apply your sunscreen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunsolve-skincare-advisor), can be customized to your skin type, and even provide coaching on Sun safety. The ultraviolet sensor is unobtrusive, stylish, water resistant, and can be worn as a [wristband or clipped on almost anywhere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vital-belt) on your person. The makers of Violet don't just see it as a yet another device for gathering data, but rather as a means to encourage meaningful change for better health. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wearable UV Monitors:** Opportunity to disrupt the beauty and wellness industry with personalized UV monitoring technology. - **Real-time UV Measurement:** Opportunity to disrupt the healthcare industry by providing accurate real-time UV data for skin protection. - **Ultraviolet Sensor Technology:** Opportunity to disrupt the wearable technology industry with advanced ultraviolet sensor technology. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beauty and Wellness:** Opportunity to integrate UV monitoring technology into skincare products and services. - **Healthcare:** Opportunity to develop UV monitoring solutions for hospitals, clinics, and preventive healthcare programs. - **Wearable Technology:** Opportunity to create innovative wearable devices that incorporate ultraviolet sensors for health monitoring purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sun Safety Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-guardian.md) - [Kid-Friendly UV Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnypatch.md) - [Location-Based UV Tracker Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-day-app.md) - [UV Damage-Detecting Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-damagedetecting-camera.md) - [Heat-Navigating Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati.md) - [Sunlight Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunseek.md) - [Virus-Detecting Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-smartwatch.md) - [Wearable Health-Management Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isportwear.md) - [Sunlight-Imitating Indoor Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunbooster.md)