Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Jern in Skønhed, Personlig Pleje og Kosmetiske Produkter Design Competition Category.
JernKosmetisk Produkt· 2025
Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste
by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne
Client: Tusk Oral Care
A' Design Award i Jern Winner in Kosmetisk Produkt Category
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The Design
About Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste
Gentle X er en elektrisk tandbørste designet til daglig mundhygiejne. Børsten fastgøres magnetisk til en vægmonteret dock, der også fungerer som trådløs opladningsstation, så enheden holdes væk fra badeværelsets overflader, og krydskontaminering reduceres. Der tilbydes tre børstetilstande: Clean, Sensitive og Whitening. Bløde kulstofbørstehår giver en skånsom rengøring, og et rejsehætte med UV-C-lys desinficerer børstehårene under opbevaring. Den slanke krop er IPX7-klassificeret for vandmodstand, og en sonisk motor når op på 40.000 vibrationer i minuttet.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award i Jern
Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste er vinder af A' Design Award i Jern, en prestigefyldt anerkendelse, der tildeles gode designs, som opfylder de professionelle og industrielle krav, man forventer af veldesignede skabelser. Jernvinderne viser stor dygtighed, høj specialisering, ekspertforståelse og kreativ kapacitet hos deres skabere. Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste forventes at være en højt estimeret, beundret og kær skabelse, der er praktisk og innovativ. Dette design, der har vundet A' Design Award i Jern, integrerer branchens bedste praksis og har kompetente tekniske egenskaber knyttet til knowhow og talent. Gentle X Elektrisk Tandbørste respekteres for sin grundighed og er designet til at levere forbedringer af livskvaliteten, der er med til at gøre verden til et bedre sted.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- GentleX redefines smart oral care with a wireless, magnetic charging system and an elegant wall mounted dock. This elevated design reduces cross-contamination on bathroom surfaces. Its Travel Cap with UV-C sterilization ensures complete hygiene on the go, while the ultrasleek form factor makes it compact yet powerful.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Diameter: 20 mm x Height: 223 mm, Charging type: Wireless magnetic charging (integrated dock) & Type-C, Vibration speed: 40,000 vibrations/min, Working Voltage: 4.2V ~ 3.2V, Battery life: 40 days (2x/day, 2 min/session) & upto 100 days (with Wall Mount), Battery Specification: Li-ion battery, 10440 model, 550mAh, Waterproof Rating: IPX7, Motor Type: Sonic Motor
- Tags
- Electric Toothbrush, Oral Care, Wireless Charging Mount, Magnetic Wall Mount, UV-C Sterilisation, Travel-Friendly Design
- Production Technology
- GentleX has IPX 7 water-resistance keeping it protected against splashes and moisture.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge in designing GentleX was integrating wireless charging into a slim, ergonomic form while ensuring 100 days battery life and IPX7 waterproofing. Embedding a compact coil system, optimizing power efficiency, and achieving seamless sealing required multiple PCB iterations and precision engineering. Advanced CAD modeling, material selection, and prototyping helped create a minimalist, high-performance design.
- Research
- The design of GentleX is rooted in extensive research on oral hygiene and user preferences. Ergonomic studies guided the toothbrush’s shape and size for maximum user comfort. Collaborations with dental professionals ensured compliance with oral health standards. Research on UV-C light verified its efficacy in bacterial elimination, and tests on bristle materials optimized gentleness and cleaning efficiency, resulting in a toothbrush that meets both practical and aesthetic needs.
- Inspiration
- GentleX is inspired by the elephant (strong, intelligent, and gentle), symbolizing both power and care in oral hygiene. Traditional toothbrushes and many existing electric models often lack ergonomics, hygiene solutions, and convenience-driven features. We envisioned GentleX as a seamless blend of technology, hygiene, and aesthetics, transforming the daily routine of brushing into an effortless and premium experience.
- Project Duration
- Duration: 4 to 5 months (Started- Sept 12 2024, completed- Jan 5 2025), Location: Mumbai (India)
- Operation Flow
- The toothbrush magnetically attaches to the wall mount, which serves as a wireless charging dock. Users can switch between three brushing modes- Clean, Sensitive, and Whitening to suit individual needs. The UV-C Travel Cap actively disinfects the bristles, ensuring bacteria-free storage. The soft charcoal bristles provide a deep yet gentle clean, ensuring optimal oral health.
- Team Members
- Kunal Momaya, Atul Zanjurne, Taranjeet Kaur, Utkarsh Singh
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