P.MAI Journal
Meet Violet - Ultraviolet light that kills 99.99% of bacteria
Things are uncertain and unprecedented times. Even as parts of the world start to "open up", we will continue to practice safe hygiene and take precautions to slow the spread of COVID-19. This pandemic has and will continue to change how we behave and industries from healthcare systems to sports and entertainment are forever changed.
If you're like me, you may be a little OCD when it comes to cleaning and wiping down all the things you touch. When I enter the doorway, I immediately take off my shoes and throw my clothes in the laundry. I used to disinfectant my phone, keys, doorknobs, and anything else I might have touch. But using a cleaning wipe every time felt wasteful and also, hard to come by in stores.
Enter the Violet Clean Kit.
I decided to launch this clean kit to help prevent the spread of bacteria and common germs that thrive on everyday objects we touch—from TV remotes to our wallets. It uses 12 powerful ultraviolet LED lights to kill 99.99% of bacteria in just 3 minutes.
How Ultraviolet light (UV-C) works
Ultraviolet light kills or inactivates microorganisms by destroying nucleic acids and disrupting their DNA and RNA—making it impossible to replicate or reproduce. The light acts like molecular scissors that cut the genetic material. The Clean Kit effectively kills 99.99% of common bacteria, including E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans.
UV is used today in hospitals and labs to sterilize facilities. It has been historically used for sanitization since the mid-20th century. UV-C light has been proven effective against coronaviruses such as SARS and even tuberculosis bacteria. While it hasn't been confirmed against COVID-19 yet, UV-C does have that potential.
Goodbye wipes. Hello sanity.
Now when I get home, I just throw my stuff inside the kit, turn it on, and have the peace of mind of knowing my personal items have been sterilized. It's so simple and easy to use. Germaphobes unite! Perfect gift for parents with young kids or elderly folks who may be more vulnerable.
Things are uncertain and unprecedented times. Even as parts of the world start to "open up", we will continue to practice safe hygiene and take precautions to slow the spread of COVID-19. This pandemic has and will continue to change how we behave and industries from healthcare systems to sports and entertainment are forever changed.
If you're like me, you may be a little OCD when it comes to cleaning and wiping down all the things you touch. When I enter the doorway, I immediately take off my shoes and throw my clothes in the laundry. I used to disinfectant my phone, keys, doorknobs, and anything else I might have touch. But using a cleaning wipe every time felt wasteful and also, hard to come by in stores.
Enter the Violet Clean Kit.
I decided to launch this clean kit to help prevent the spread of bacteria and common germs that thrive on everyday objects we touch—from TV remotes to our wallets. It uses 12 powerful ultraviolet LED lights to kill 99.99% of bacteria in just 3 minutes.
How Ultraviolet light (UV-C) works
Ultraviolet light kills or inactivates microorganisms by destroying nucleic acids and disrupting their DNA and RNA—making it impossible to replicate or reproduce. The light acts like molecular scissors that cut the genetic material. The Clean Kit effectively kills 99.99% of common bacteria, including E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans.
UV is used today in hospitals and labs to sterilize facilities. It has been historically used for sanitization since the mid-20th century. UV-C light has been proven effective against coronaviruses such as SARS and even tuberculosis bacteria. While it hasn't been confirmed against COVID-19 yet, UV-C does have that potential.
Goodbye wipes. Hello sanity.
Now when I get home, I just throw my stuff inside the kit, turn it on, and have the peace of mind of knowing my personal items have been sterilized. It's so simple and easy to use. Germaphobes unite! Perfect gift for parents with young kids or elderly folks who may be more vulnerable.
