LCY Trend Radar

What is rising. What is real.

Trend status is a qualitative editorial call about momentum. The Evidence Meter grades the science. They are separate, and we never invent scores.

Now

  • Trend status: Now Evidence grade C: Emerging

    At-home LED devices

    Consumer light-therapy masks and devices marketed for wrinkles, acne and skin tone.

Rising

  • Trend status: Rising Evidence grade D: Weak

    Exosomes

    Cell-derived vesicles marketed for skin and hair regeneration, and a regulatory flashpoint.

  • Trend status: Rising Evidence grade C: Emerging

    PDRN

    Fish-derived DNA fragments used in injectable and topical skin products.

  • Trend status: Rising Evidence grade C: Emerging

    Polynucleotides

    Purified DNA-derived polymers used as injectable skin boosters.

On the watchlist

Topics we are tracking but have not assessed yet. No status or grade until we do.