ET: June 20th 2023

[Exploding Topics Logo]( Presented by: [Exploding Topics Pro Logo]( Here’s this week’s list of rapidly trending topics, insights and analysis. Topic #1 Argireline Serum [Chart]( Argireline serum is a skincare product infused with the compound argireline. (Argireline is the brand name of the peptide Acetyl Hexapeptide-3.) The peptide is mainly known for its anti-wrinkle properties, which is why it’s commonly used in anti-aging skincare products. In fact, one study found that 30 days of argireline usage led to a 1/3rd reduction in the depth and length of wrinkles. What's Next Argireline serums are part of the Argireline Beauty meta trend. Argireline is being added to a growing number of beauty products. In fact, searches for “[Argireline]( have increased by 354% over the last five years. Similarly to botox, Argireline limits face muscle movements that lead to wrinkles. Some dermatologists have even described the compound as “Botox in cream form”. Topic #2 No-code API [Chart]( No-code APIs are APIs developed using no-code and low-code tools. Interest in this product category is increasing primarily due to a growing number of SaaS startups launching no-code API builders. Examples of startups providing no-code API software include: [Xano]( is a no-code development platform with a no-code API builder. The startup has raised $403K in funding. [Appsmith]( is an open-source low-code framework. The project has over 21,600 stars on GitHub. [Apicurio]( is a platform for building and deploying no-code APIs. What's Next No-code APIs are part of the No-Code Backend meta trend. Consumer interest in “[no-code backend]( has grown by 5x over the last five years. Creating a backend infrastructure from scratch with traditional approaches can take up to a year. According to certain estimates, using a no-code backend platform can make this process 4x faster. Topic #3 Saffron Supplement [Chart]( Saffron supplements refer to supplements made with saffron extract. Consuming the spice itself provides several documented health benefits (reducing appetite, regulating blood sugar, etc.). However, the main reason behind growing interest in saffron supplements is that the product purportedly helps improve mood. One highly-rated pack of saffron capsules brings in approximately $30K/month on Amazon. What's Next Saffron supplements are part of the Mood Supplements meta trend. (Searches for “[mood supplements]( have increased by 4900% over the past 12 months.) Sales of mood support supplements are growing by 75% YoY. And certain subcategories, like mood-boosting juice concentrates, have grown by 13,943% over the last year. Notably, there’s currently a surge in R&D for technologies that extract the active compounds from mood-boosting plants (like ashwagandha and saffron). Topic #4 Rotating Car Seat [Chart]( Rotating car seats, also known as swivel car seats, are baby car seats that can easily rotate up to 360 degrees. Importantly, these seats can rotate to the side, making it easier for the parent to get their baby in and out of the seat. Videos about these car seats have over 1.1 billion views on TikTok. One popular rotating car seat generates approximately $304K/month on Amazon. What's Next Rotating car seats are part of the Car Accessories for Kids meta trend. Examples of in-demand car accessories include: [Kick mats]( are designed to protect car seats from being damaged when kicked. [Car trash cans]( are small attachable trash bins where kids can throw their trash. [Car seat monitors]( similar to car mirrors, are designed to make it easier for parents to watch children in rear-facing car seats. Topic #5 Exponential Enterprise AI Startup (Exploding Topics Pro Only) [Chart]( Topic #6 Trending New DTC Product (Exploding Topics Pro Only) [Chart]( Topic #7 High-Growth Data Privacy Startup (Exploding Topics Pro Only) [Chart]( Topic #8 New Beauty Product Category (Exploding Topics Pro Only) [Chart]( Topic #9 AI Technique Taking Off (Exploding Topics Pro Only) [Chart]( Get access to 14k+ under-the-radar markets, products, and investment opportunities at least 6 months before anyone else. [Try Exploding Topics Pro]( Exploding Topics 548 Market St. Suite 95149 San Francisco CA 94104-5401 USA [Unsubscribe]( | [Change Subscriber Options](