OUR STORY
A Decade of Making
Breathing Better
From a small team with a big vision to a global brand trusted by millions. This is the AirPop story.
Our Mission
We believe everyone deserves access to clean air. Not through bulky industrial equipment, but through beautifully designed, scientifically proven products that fit seamlessly into modern life.
AirPop exists to pioneer the "Air Wearables" category — engineered products for every breath, designed with the same care as your favorite tech products. Protection by day. Restore by night. Better airflow always. What began as co-founder Chris Hosmer's 2015 invention in Shanghai is now led globally by co-founder and CEO Jett Fu, bringing the category to retail partners and customers across 35+ markets.
"We're not just making masks. We're making breathing better."
— AirPop Founding Team
A Decade of Innovation
From concept to 35+ global markets. Every year brought new challenges and breakthroughs.
2015
2015
Founded
Living in Shanghai — one of the world's most demanding environments for airborne threats — industrial designer Chris Hosmer invented AirPop's first smart mask after watching his own children struggle to breathe through the city's pollution. He set out to build a category that did not yet exist: premium respiratory protection that is beautiful, comfortable, and accessible. AirPop was forged where the air was hardest, born across Shanghai and San Francisco.
2016
2016-2017
R&D & Patents
Developed patented 360° seal and 3D Aerodome technology. Multiple product iterations (Rev 1-7) to perfect the fit and performance.
2018
2018
Asia Expansion
Premium placement in Asia's leading retail destinations. Won Red Dot, iF Design, and Good Design awards.
2019
2019
Europe Launch
Premium European retailers through Amazon EU and specialty channels. Earned global certifications (US, UK, EU, China).
2020
2020
Global Validation
Unprecedented demand validated our technology at scale. Maintained premium quality standards while serving millions of customers worldwide.
2023
2023
Target Partnership
Secured placement in 1,200+ Target stores nationwide. Proven retail velocity over 4-year partnership.
2024
2024-2025
Category Leadership
Expanding the Air Wearables category. Leading the shift toward premium, reusable respiratory wellness.
2026
2026
Breathing, Day & Night
AirPop Sleep launches — a complete sleep breathing system of mouth tape and nasal strips. The brand that protects your air by day now helps you breathe better at night. Nasal-care products for everyday breathing comfort are on the roadmap.
What We Stand For
Science-Backed Design
Every product is built on rigorous research, testing, and certification. We don't compromise on protection.
Premium Quality, Accessible Price
Hospital-grade protection shouldn't require hospital pricing. We make premium accessible.
Sustainable Innovation
Reusable, washable, and built to last. Better for you, better for the planet.
Global Trust
Earned across 35+ markets and three continents. Trust built one customer at a time.
Join Our Journey
Partner with a brand built on a decade of innovation, design excellence, and global trust.
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