The skin beneath a wearable device is not a passive surface. It's living tissue. This BOHLD blog explores how human factors principles established in the FDA framework can be applied to understand the skin-device interface and how skin biology, device design, and real-world use conditions influence safety, comfort, and wearability for sustained device use.

8 Part Series Overview | The Importance of Human Factors in Wearable Device Design A skin-worn product can pass biocompatibility testing, meet its technical specifications, and still struggle in the real world. The materials may be well characterized, the adhesive may perform under controlled conditions, and the software may function exactly as intended. Yet users may still report skin irritation, itching, device falling off, or early product removal. These outcomes are often

Learn dermatologist-approved tips to prevent smartwatch skin irritation with cleaning, wear optimization, and skin care strategies!

Why you develop facial red marks and indentations with AR VR devices

Irritant contact dermatitis is the most common cause of skin irritation from wearables. What causes it? How do I prevent it?

Am I allergic to my wearable?! This post describes what allergic contact dermatitis is what clues or tests could help clarify the diagnosis

Skin irritation from wearables is frustrating! Five common causes of skin irritation are introduced. A good clinical history is important!

Welcome to my Blog! This will provide a dermatologist's perspective about wearable devices and the skin. Anything is fair game. Enjoy!