ET: April 16th 2024

[Exploding Topics Logo]( Presented by: [Exploding Topics Pro Logo]( Here’s this week’s list of rapidly trending topics, insights and analysis. Topic #1 Propolis Toner [Chart]( Propolis toner is a hydrating skincare solution formulated with propolis, an ingredient derived from beehives. The substance, produced by bees from tree buds and flowers, contains more than 500 compounds, many of which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. One popular brand of propolis toner generates approximately $66k/month on Amazon. What's Next Propolis toner is part of the propolis-based skincare meta trend. Propolis is known to protect the skin’s natural barrier by sealing the skin, which promotes the repair of scars. Because propolis encourages skin turnover, it’s also used by people suffering from hyperpigmentation. In fact, searches for “[propolis for skin]( have increased by more than 341% in the past five years. Besides propolis toner, here are a few other trending personal care products formulated with propolis: [Propolis ampoules]( are serums with a high concentration of propolis. [Propolis creams]( are thicker formulations of propolis that provide deep moisturization as the final step in the skincare routine. Propolis-based [glow serums]( treat hyperpigmentation and reduce inflammation at the same time, resulting in brighter, “glowing” skin. Topic #2 Data Augmentation [Chart]( Data augmentation refers to the process of artificially increasing the amount of data by generating new points from existing datasets. This technique is seeing increased adoption for image classification machine learning algorithms. Image classifying ML algorithms typically require a large dataset containing various images. However, in many cases, the datasets available are very limited which can lead to “data overfitting”. (Data overfitting is a statistical error where the function corresponds very closely to a limited dataset). Blurring, rotating, and padding images via data augmentation enables the creation of more images within an existing dataset. What's Next Data augmentation is part of the Alternative AI Training Datasets meta trend. Training AI models is getting more expensive. And one of the biggest reasons is that it’s difficult to obtain robust datasets. For many startups and other smaller institutions, the cost of gathering real-life AI datasets often exceeds their entire computing budgets. This has created the need to find alternative ways to generate the datasets required to train AI models. For example, [synthetic data]( is a trending technique used to create cheaper datasets. In fact, Gartner forecasts that by 2030, synthetic data will become the primary data source used to train AI models. Topic #3 Recovery Shoes [Chart]( Recovery shoes are a type of specialty footwear designed to be worn post-workout. These shoes feature a generously cushioned footbed and a supportive structure that relieves pressure on joints, reduces strain on tendons, and improves blood flow to the feet. Many recovery shoes take the form of sandals and are made to be worn around the house. One popular recovery slide brings in more than $1.4M/month on Amazon. What's Next Recovery shoes are part of the Foot Health Products meta trend. Examples of trending foot recovery products include: “[Barefoot]( or “[minimalist]( shoes have a minimal or zero-drop sole with a wide, flexible toe box. [Toe spacers]( are placed between the toes in order to properly align them and stretch the small muscles that surround the toes. [Compression boots]( are fabric sleeves that encapsulate the entire leg to promote recovery. Topic #4 Semi Cured Gel Nail Strips [Chart]( Semi-cured gel nail strips are strips of gel polish that have been 60% cured. ("Curing" refers to the process of hardening or drying gel-based nail polish using UV or LED light). Typical gel manicures need to be done at salons and can cause nail damage over time. Semi-cured gel nail strips address both these problems (they don’t damage nails and can be applied at home). A popular pack of semi-cured gel nail strips generates approximately $193K/month on Amazon. What's Next Semi-cured gel nail strips are part of the Gel Nail Alternative meta trend. Over time, frequent application and removal of gel polish or extensions can weaken nails. And if gel nails are not applied correctly, they can lift or peel away from the natural nails, creating an entry point for moisture and bacteria. This is why many consumers are turning to alternatives, including: [Nail stickers]( are decorative adhesive designs that can be applied to nails. [BIAB]( (builder in a bottle) is a nail polish that’s emerging as an alternative to traditional nail gel and shellac. Exploding Topics Pro Members Saw These Trends Over 12 Months Ago [Trend samples]( Exploding Topics Pro is the only product that identifies emerging trends at least 12 months before they take off. (And long before we share them anywhere else.) Whether you’re an investor in search of the next untapped investment opportunity. Or an entrepreneur looking for a new product to launch. Our trend platform will help you find exploding trends… before they go mainstream. So if you want to get ahead of the curve, try Exploding Topics Pro today. [Try Exploding Topics Pro]( Exploding Topics 548 Market St. Suite 95149 San Francisco CA 94104-5401 USA [Unsubscribe]( | [Change Subscriber Options](