ET: February 13th 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 ATS Checker [Chart]( ATS checkers analyze resumes to determine if they meet the requirements set by an applicant tracking system (ATS). Specifically, these tools evaluate resumes and provide suggestions to improve the chances of getting past a hirer’s initial ATS screening. More and more companies are implementing applicant tracking systems (in fact, 66% of large companies say they use an ATS). Resume Worded is a startup seeing increasing demand for its ATS checker software. Searches for “[Resume Worded ATS checker]( have increased by 669% over the past 24 months. What's Next ATS checkers are part of the Job Application Grading Software meta trend. A growing number of applicants are using AI-powered tools to boost the odds of receiving an offer. For example: resume checkers. (Searches for “[resume checker]( have increased by 488% over the last two years). Resume checkers can suggest using action words, adding data to support claims, and deleting filler text. Cover letter checkers are also seeing a spike in interest (search volume for “[cover letter checker]( has increased by 8.4x over the last five years). Similarly to resume checkers, cover letter grading software also uses AI to evaluate a cover letter on multiple metrics (language, storytelling, etc.). Topic #2 Glycolipid Cream Cleanser [Chart]( Glycolipid cream cleansers are facial cleansers that contain glycolipid as an active ingredient. Glycolipids possess hydrophilic properties that aid in moisture retention by forming a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This barrier reduces moisture loss, leading to improved hydration and overall healthier skin. Glycolipid cream cleansers are formulated to cleanse the skin by removing dirt, makeup, excess oil, and other impurities without impacting the skin’s natural moisture. Interest in this product category can be largely attributed to the TikTok-popular brand The Ordinary. Search volume for “[The Ordinary glycolipid cream cleanser]( has grown by 300% over the past 24 months. What's Next Glycolipid cream cleansers are part of the Specialty Lotions meta trend. The lotion market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 14.8% over the next four years. And we’re seeing a growing number of beauty brands launching lotions tailored for specific use cases or containing unique ingredients. Here are a few examples of trending specialty lotion products: [Glycolic acid lotions]( help reduce the appearance of dark spots and fine lines. [Ceramide lotions]( reinforce the skin's natural barrier, which helps protect the skin. [Peptide lotions]( can stimulate collagen production, improve skin elasticity, firmness, and aid in skin repair. Topic #3 Immersive Museum [Chart]( Immersive museums go beyond traditional exhibits by creating an interactive and engaging environment for visitors. These museums aim to fully immerse visitors in the subject matter through multimedia technologies, storytelling techniques, and sensory elements. Interest in these museums is growing due to the simple fact that there are more of them. In fact, the number of immersive museums & exhibits has grown by over 380% since 2019 (IBISWorld). [Area15]( [Oasis Immersion]( and [Wake The Tiger]( are in-demand immersive museum experiences. What's Next Immersive museums are part of the Immersive Experiences meta trend. Searches for “immersive experiences” have grown by 421% over the past five years. Immersive experiences have become more accessible, thanks to technologies like AR, VR, and projection mapping. [Immersive dining]( [immersive theaters]( and [immersive art installations]( are examples of trending immersive experiences. Topic #4 Magic Mushroom Chocolate [Chart]( Magic mushroom chocolate refers to chocolate products that have been infused or mixed with psilocybin-containing mushrooms. This type of chocolate is growing in popularity due to its convenience and the ability to mask the often unpleasant taste of raw mushrooms. Interest in this product is also growing as part of a larger trend involving microdosing (searches for “[mushroom microdose]( have increased by 243% in the last five years). One brand seeing growing demand for their magic mushroom chocolate is Polka Dot. Searches for “[Polka Dot mushroom chocolate]( have increased by 3100% over the past five years. What's Next Magic mushroom chocolates are part of the Psilocybin Edibles meta trend. Search volume for “[psilocybin edibles]( has seen a 400% spike in the last five years. Interest in these edibles is growing primarily because more and more states are decriminalizing psilocybin. The compound is now partly or fully decriminalized in six states across the US. 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](