# Light-Powered Purification Masks The 'UVMask' Uses UVC Light to Sterilize the Air By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-06-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvmask References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/uvmask-face-mask-with-integrated-uv-c-light-air-purification-that-works-faster-than-you-can-breathe/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/umsystems/uvmask-inactivate-9999-of-all-pathogens-and-air-pollutants?ref=e7xa98&utm_source=prm&utm_medium=trendhunter&utm_campaign=uvm) Face masks have become commonplace in the COVID-[19](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davinci-resolve-19) pandemic as a way to help combat the spread of the virus, which is seeing new products like the 'UVMask' be created to help enhance their capabilities. The [face mask](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebcare-mask) features a two-layer design that will filter air through a high-efficiency filter to capture allergens, pollutants, dust, smoke and more. The unit also features a [UVC light system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airglow) with that will eradicate any pathogens and purify air up to 99.99% 10-times faster than the wearer can breathe to ensure they are always supported during wear. The 'UVMask' uses a replaceable filter that will provide between 40 and 50 hours of filtration before needing to be replaced and will deliver up to six hours of use per charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 77% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **UVC Light-powered Face Masks:** Opportunity to innovate and create face masks that utilize UVC light to sterilize the air and increase filtration efficiency. - **Two-layer Mask Design:** Potential for creating masks with additional layers to filter out more pollutants and pathogens. - **Replaceable Filters on Face Masks:** Opportunity to create more eco-friendly face masks by designing them with replaceable filters instead of disposable ones. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Industry:** Potential to improve healthcare industry by creating innovative face masks that better protect medical professionals and patients. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** Opportunity to develop new face masks that are more efficient, sustainable, and meet the demands of consumers during pandemic. - **Sustainability Industry:** Opportunity to create more sustainable face masks by designing them with replaceable filters and reducing waste in the environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.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) - [Neck-Worn Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-air-purifier-concept.md) - [Virus Protection Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensibo-pure-air-purifier.md) - [Portable UVC Air Disinfectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuvo.md) - [AI-Powered LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicled-50-centurion-korean-mask.md) - [Pro-Grade Light Therapy Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulike-reglow.md) - [Customizable Light Therapy Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reglow-led-therapy-mask.md)