# Strain-Healing Eye Masks The Umay Rest Eye Mask Soothes Discomfort from Technology Use By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-02-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umay-rest References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2019/02/07/this-futuristic-eye-mask-reverses-the-effects-of-excess-screen-time/) & [umayre](http://www.umay.care/) The average consumer is spending more hours than ever staring at a [digital screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-eye-strain1) which is in turn increasing instances of [eye strain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blinkblink), so new solutions are being developed like the Umay Rest to help counteract the effects of technology use. Designed by n+1 design, the mask works by being placed over your eyes and using a very specific heat calibration method to help activate the oils that are released when a person blinks. Staring at a screen traditionally means less blinking and a lower distribution of oil, so the mask could help to naturally alleviate dryness and even feelings of stress. The Umay Rest eye mask sports a fluid design that is optimized for ideal comfort to further enhance the [relaxation effects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-pillow1). Image Credit: Umay Care ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Strain-healing Eye Masks:** The trend of developing wearables like the Umay Rest eye mask to counteract the effects of technology use and alleviate stress is growing. - **Specific Heat Calibration:** The trend of using specific heat calibration to activate oils and soothe bodily discomfort caused by technology or other stressors is a promising area for disruptive innovation. - **Fluid Design Comfort Optimization:** The trend of designing wearables with fluid, ergonomic designs that enhance the relaxation effects for the user presents opportunities for innovative breakthroughs. ### Where This Applies - **Wellness:** The wellness industry can harness the use of wearables like the Umay Rest eye mask to help users cope with the negative effects of technology use and improve overall health. - **Technology:** The technology industry can incorporate specific heat calibration into their products to alleviate eye strain for users and improve overall user experience. - **Fashion & Lifestyle:** The fashion & lifestyle industry can design wearables like the Umay Rest eye mask with fluid, comfortable designs that appeal to consumers seeking stress-relief and improved well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eye Fatigue Relaxation Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/massager-mask.md) - [Intelligent Relaxation Eye Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therabody-smartgoggles.md) - [Soothing Single-Use Eye Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warm-eye-masks.md) - [Relaxation-Focused Eye Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-eye-massager.md) - [Relaxation-Focused Portable Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeris-1-eye-massager.md) - [Relaxing Eye Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naipo-eye-massagers.md) - [Body-Sensing Eye Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therabody-smartgoggles-2.md) - [Tension-Relieving Eye Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bob-and-brad.md) - [Smart Eye Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepris.md)