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This collection of masks is designed give an aesthetic warning if the wearer is running a fever or the concentration of allergens in the air exceeds a certain threshold. The pattern printed with thermochromic ink changes color when the exhale exceeds 27’C.

The collection comprise a series of different prints and three different shapes of masks: the traditional surgical style, a wrap-around-scarf, and a full-face sinus mask. The latter also senses temperature increases of the forehead as well as around the mouth.

The idea is to create a stylish early-warning system at least for other people if not for the wearer.

Researcher: Marjan Koorshnia

Photographer: Henrik Bengtsson

Exhibited at: 1- Swedish house in USA, April. 2010 / 2- Textile museum in Borås, Sweden, Des.2010 / 3- Milan furniture fair , Italy, May 2011 / 4-Ambient 11, Borås, Sweden, Nov.2011

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Medical mask