A ‘UV wearable’ is a stick-on sensor that tracks sun exposure, lowering the risk of skin cancer by raising personal awareness around how much sun is too much. L’Oreal’s technology incubator teamed up with Fuseproject to create the first product, My UV Patch launched in 2016. Now the next product is being launched, called UV Sense. UV Sense is the world’s first battery-free UV wearable, connecting to an app where personalised information and advice on sun exposure can be easily accessed.

My UV Patch is comprised of a series of tiles with photoreactive dyes that respond to UV rays, set against neutral reference points. Fuseproject was challenged to design a patch that followed these technical constrains, while designing new styles as body ornaments. By challenging the technical elements and shrinking them, we developed an aesthetic that could be directed into any number of stylistic collections. Working around the hand, arm, and wrist, we established a core collection that truly marries fashion with function; the My UV Patch redesign is sophisticated and discreet, a take on modern jewelry, with bold architecture and tonality.

UV Sense is an even smaller, dome-based sensor, that fits directly on a thumbnail, or an accessory like sunglasses. Subtle patterns laid directly over the outer shell create playful and iconic expressions similar to nail-art, with clear versions for those who prefer simplicity. A miniscule window in the shell allows for light to enter; data collected and stored is then transferred directly to the mobile app through an NFC chip

By Kristina de Verdier on 1 February, 2018 In Design, fuseproject, Health, product, tech, wearable

Coconut Water by Australian Raw C. One of Australia’s leading authorities on healthy cooking and lifestyle, Pete Evans, is part-owner of the company. Designed by Saltree.

“Raw C first approached Saltree to develop a Path-to-Market Retail Strategy to aquire distribution within major Australian supermarkets. In a highly competitive market, it was agreed that to succeed, we needed to rebuild the Raw C brand from the ground up.

Intensive research was conducted along with a indepth master Brand Planning Program to ensure that the new brand cut through the competitive set.

Raw C doesn’t just bottle any coconut water and we don’t just slap a logo on a pack and call it a brand.

From the hand-painted typography, brandmark and illustrations to the retail packaging design, website and marketing collateral, every touchpoint of Raw C’s rebrand was carefully crafted and in direct alignment to the brand’s philosophy of Accept No Compromise.

Since relaunching, Raw C has has exprienced 20% growth in total sales and is now stocked in major Australian and international retailer outlets.”

By Kristina de Verdier on 30 March, 2016 In beverage, coconut water, Health, packaging

Lululemon is creating a craft beer. The yoga pants maker has revealed a new brew called Curiosity Lager. The company collaborated with Stanley Park Brewing to create the limited-release lager. It is the official beer of SeaWheeze, a half-marathon and festival that blends music, running and yoga held in Vancouver in August. The lager features chinook and lemon drop hops. It will be available in B.C. and Alberta into the fall. The company has been posting playful comments online, calling the beer “a refreshing reward for the end of a sweat session,” and “beer, it’s the new yoga pant.” Via Global News.

By Kristina de Verdier on 7 September, 2015 In beer, can, craft, Design, Health, packaging, yoga

Frida Wannerberger, freelance illustrator and graduate of Central Saint Martins, created this very nice one! For Tetra Pak Japan.

By Kristina de Verdier on 30 January, 2015 In Beverages, carton, Health, illustration

Almond Milk LA – Almond Milk made from Californian almonds. In a traditional glass bottle, and also possible to get delivered to the door step. If you haven’t tried Almond Milk before here are some ways to use it: “Drink it straight with a cookie – it’s creamy and yummy and refreshing when chilled. Use it as a base for smoothies, pour it over cereal, or warm it on the stove on a cold night with another cookie. Almond milk is high in protein, vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, phyotchemicals, living enzymes, and healthy omega fatty acids including calcium, zinc, vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, selenium, iron, B12, and potassium.”

By Kristina de Verdier on 29 June, 2014 In Almond Milk, dairy, glass, Health, milk

“Pressed Juicery was born out of the idea that in order to find fulfillment and balance each day, modern people need to be armed with a fresh set of tools that are simple, convenient, and tailored to their hectic schedules. We believe that everyone is entitled to live their best lives, but in order for this to happen, we need to get back to our roots. While the benefits of juicing are endless, we aim to cut through the confusion and condescension of so many health trends and get to the point: Our bodies require vital nutrients to function at their optimal levels.”

By Kristina de Verdier on 29 June, 2014 In Beverages, Health, juice, Plastic

Swedish Kombucha is a small microbrewery in Stockholm – which started its business during spring, 2011. “We started drinking Kombucha during our college years in early 2000’s in New York where it is a common and popular health drink. We missed our daily bottled of “Booch” back in Sweden and started brewing our own.”

Health should be simple. Kombucha is tea created by a fermentation process that has vitamins, good bacteria and antioxidants. All we have done is to put it in a pretty bottle for you. Kombucha is a carbonated health drink based on organic tea and contains living bacteria/yeast culture, B-vitamins, antioxidants, organic acidsand enzymes. It’s a fizzy and refreshing thirst quencher – a great alternative to Vitamin Water and energy drinks.

By Kristina de Verdier on 22 June, 2014 In Beverages, Health

Designed by Anagrama. “Jugen is a brand specializing in health foods and speciality juices that are made from all-natural ingredients. Jugen’s products are created with the purpose to cleanse, heal, and detoxify the body. Their design proposal took inspiration from ancient herbal medicine bottles. Anagrama added modules to provide a look that is clean and modern. For the interior design Anagrama created a space that is a mix between a bar and an apothecary shop. The lighting is mostly natural light from the sun and combined with the lush vegetation. The lab equipment flasks and the diverse books create a natural, warm, and inclusive space.”

By Kristina de Verdier on 21 June, 2014 In Beverages, Health, juice

The Chia Co has released a range of Chia Pods made of sun-ripened chia seeds, coconut milk and real fruit. Available in vanilla bean cinnamon, mango, blueberry and banana flavours. The Chia Pods are dairy- and gluten-free and provide 100% of the omega-3 RDA. The pods are distributed in plastic packaging where the lid, cup and spoon are all recyclable and made from 30% recycled content. Via FoodBev.com 

By Kristina de Verdier on 18 December, 2013 In australia, chia pods, Food, Food Supplements, Health, packaging, Plastic, recycling, the chia co

Packaging design for Tosi Superbites, organic, gluten-free snacks by Tosi Health based in California. Available in both cashew and almond varieties, each bar has just six ingredients, including golden flaxseed, white sesame seeds and chia seeds, and are flavored with sea salt and evaporated cane juice. Via Coolhunting

By Kristina de Verdier on 10 December, 2013 In Health, Nuts, Sweets

Project goal was to generate income for rural women and farmers through the production of a value added product

“Design Impact partnered with ODAM, a non-governmental organization that work to address poverty, women’s empowerment, child welfare, climate change, human rights, education, and health issues that affect rural communities.

The soap enterprise is operated by women in ODAM’s Self Help Groups and all profits go towards ODAM’s community development programs. To develop the product, Design Impact provided intense on-the-ground research of soap, local and international market audits, community brainstorming sessions, prototype and packaging designs, user interviews, and partnership development.”

Via The Dieline

By Kristina de Verdier on 21 November, 2011 In Design, fairtrade, Health, package, packaging, soap, sustainable

A portable, easy-to-use and environmentally-friendly water filter bag that fits into the neck of a bottle – and cleans highly polluted water. “The water is cleaned right then and there when you drink from the bottle,” says the designer behind the filter, Dr Eugene Cloete, from the Stellenbosch University in South Africa. There are also plans to commercialise the filter bag into a product that can be used by outdoor enthusiasts on hiking or camping trips. Watch a video on Youtube and get more information here

By Kristina de Verdier on 7 September, 2010 In africa, Beverages, Design, eugene cloete, filter, Health, package, pollution, tea bag, water

Banana – it’s one of the best packages we have – straight from nature. Many designers have taken inspiration from the bananas. You would think a banana is just a banana, but Chiquita has managed very well in their branding work, to stand out from other banana distributors. Just look at these small labels they have developed, they are just amazing. I was craving for a banana after having seen these! Read more about their work on The Dieline. Also enjoy Chiquitas web site. 

By Kristina de Verdier on 11 March, 2010 In banana, Branding, chiquita, Food, Health, package, packaging design

Harmonious design. 100% natural Swiss Antioxidant drinks packed in light, slim recyclable cardboard (12.8 g). From Purelosophy. You can purchase them from Colette

By Kristina de Verdier on 2 February, 2010 In antioxidant drink, Beverages, Health, natural drink, packaging design, white design

Amusing concept from Daizi Zheng. “According to the World Health Organization (WHO), unhealthy diet is amongst one of the leading causes of the major non-communicable diseases. Can design encourage people to rethink their relationship with healthy food to gain a balanced diet? The series of food packaging were created from the observations on personal behaviors. Using the recognizable stereotyping packaging would make people feel more physically and physiologically connected with those daily objects. By giving the good food a little make over, it could contribute the availability of healthy food and encourages people to make a change for their everyday life.” Via The Dieline

By Kristina de Verdier on 21 January, 2010 In daizi zheng, Design, Food, Health, packaging design, stereotype, who