# Compact First Aid Kits The VSSL First Aid Kit is Small and Portable for Camping Survival By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-04-05 | Updated 2018-04-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vssl-first-aid References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/04/04/mountain-standard-vssl-first-aid-kit/) & [mountainstandard](https://mountainstandard.com/products/mountain-standard-x-vssl-first-aid-kit) In collaboration with outdoors company [Mountain Standard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneonly), [VSSL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-supplies-kit) made the new VSSL [First Aid Kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-first-aid-kit) as a highly compact and portable survival kit. The durable cylinder design is made of military-grade anodized aluminum and is smaller than a 16-ounce bottle of water. The kit fits antiseptic wipes, a whistle, antibiotic ointment, Ibuprofen, three types of bandages, tweezers, safety pins, medical tape, gloves and a razor blade -- all in a stylish tube. The top of the kit features a dual-mode flashlight, with a compass attached to the other end. The new Mountain Standard and VSSL First Aid Kids are available online now for $78, with everything one needs to stay as safe as possible when traveling or camping. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 30% | 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 - **Compact Survival Kits:** Designing survival kits to be more portable and compact for individuals on the go, leading to more efficient rescue when quick response is necessary. - **Multi-purpose Outdoor Accessories:** Creating outdoor accessories which not only cater to specific outdoor activity, but include additional features and tools that make it multi-functional, providing convenience and practicality. - **Military-grade Equipment for Commercial Use:** Developing military-grade quality equipment for commercial use, which are highly durable and thoughtfully designed, allowing consumers to have a product with advanced functionality and ruggedness without sacrificing style or design. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor and Adventure:** The Outdoor and Adventure industry should focus on making customized, stylish outdoor tools that cater to specific customers to promote better travel experience and adventure. - **Medical Equipment:** The medical equipment industry should look into designing portable and efficient first aid kits to be easily accessible in any situation, especially in cases of emergency. - **Defense and Security:** The Defense and Security industry should develop and advance their military-grade equipment to be efficient and useful for civilians, widening their market and providing a viable emergency option for a broad range of customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Utilitarian Emergency Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-first-aid-kit.md) - [Pet-Catered First Aid Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-pack.md) - [All-in-One Vehicular Health Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redi-the-roadie-firstaid-kit.md) - [Prepackaged Survivalist Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncharted-supply-basecamp-30l-yeti-survival-system.md) - [First-Aid Dog Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncharted-supply-wolf-pack.md) - [Oversized Survivalist Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basecamp-survival-kit.md) - [Insulated Music-Playing Flasks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vssl-insulated-flask.md) - [Vehicle-Ready First Aid Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redi-the-roadie.md) - [Innovative Camping Multi-tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-multitools.md)