Mini-Landers, summer stars, are also very popular in the United Kingdom. Indeed, according to researchers, more than 7 million mini-ventilators were purchased in 2024. An increase in purchases of 16 % stood out last May.
But more than three million of these objects have been thrown or unused during the past year, it comes back from the study. The lifespan of these Fasttech products is indeed very limited. According to consumption teacher, Catherine Jansson-Boyd, Fasttech, in full swing and as problematic as fast fashion on the environmental level due to its manufacture with elements of raw materials that are not very durable and difficult to recycle, should be slowed down.
“It starts by taking care not to consider these articles as disposable, to be more aware of what we buy and, at the very least, to recycle the fastness once we no longer need it“She explains to researchers.
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Risk of dehydration, heat stroke and eye irritation
This fastz therefore has impacts at the environmental level but also on the health side. Using mini-ventilators can disrupt the body and the way it cools naturally, when it is more than 30 degrees, which can accentuate the risk of heat stroke. By drying sweat too quickly, you can lose more water without being aware of it, increasing the risk of dehydration, alerts the NGO. If the mini-ventilator is used at eye level, it could dry out or even irritate the eyes and respiratory tract.
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Think about simple techniques
To do without a mini-ventilator, other techniques exist to cool. For example, hydrate a maximum, hide from the sun during the hottest hours, use sun protection or place a damp cloth on the neck and face.
