Science & Ingredients
Explore the science behind AquaCare+ and learn how each natural, biocompatible ingredient works together to create a safe, responsive hydration-monitoring patch.
Hydration
Did you know?
Water makes up to
60%
of our body composition
Water helps the
brain to make hormones and neurotransmitters to transport signals
around the body
It helps our
tissues and cell membranes remain moist
to function correctly
Help produce saliva which aids digestion
Acts as an internal shock absorber
for our bodies
Helps deliver oxygen around our bodies along with many other functions
Dehydration Levels
1%
LOSS
Trouble focusing, impaired ability to regulate body temperature, mild thirst.
2-3%
LOSS
Impaired memory and cognitive performance, decreased reaction times, dry mouth, loss of appetite.
4%
LOSS
20-30% reduction in work capacity (i.e., physical performance)
5%
LOSS
Difficulty concentrating, headache, sleepiness
Benefits of Staying Hydrated
Staying hydrated is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Proper hydration supports healthy circulation, stabilizes body temperature, and helps the kidneys and digestive system function smoothly. It keeps the brain sharp—improving focus, mood, and memory—while also supporting physical strength, energy levels, and joint mobility. For vulnerable individuals like infants, older adults, and people with disabilities, consistent hydration reduces the risk of dizziness, confusion, infections, and hospitalizations.
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Ingredients
Anthocyanin
Anthocyanins are natural pigments extracted primarily from blueberries, red cabbage, purple carrots, etc. They function as pH-sensitive indicators, changing color in response to variations in acidity, making them useful for visual detection of chemical changes.
Curcumin
Curcumin is a natural polyphenolic compound extracted from turmeric roots. It functions as an electrolyte-sensitive indicator, changing color in response to ions, and is often used in colorimetric sensing applications.
Sodium alginate
Sodium alginate is a biopolymer extracted from seaweed. It serves as a hydrogel-forming material, providing a biocompatible matrix that can crosslink with divalent ions to form a stable gel network.
Chitosan
Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide derived from shrimp/crab shells. It enhances hydrogel mechanical strength and biocompatibility, and can participate in hydrogen-bond-assisted crosslinking to stabilize the gel network.
Calcium chloride
Calcium chloride is an inorganic salt used as a crosslinking agent. It interacts with sodium alginate to form ionic crosslinks, creating a stable hydrogel structure with uniform pores.
Hydration Issue
