Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award de Fer in Produit Cosmétique Competition Category.
FerProduit Cosmétique· 2025
Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique
by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne
Client: Tusk Oral Care
A' Design Award de Fer Winner in Produit Cosmétique Category
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About Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique
Gentle X est une brosse à dents électrique conçue pour les soins bucco-dentaires quotidiens. La brosse se fixe magnétiquement à une base murale qui fait également office de station de recharge sans fil : l'appareil ne repose ainsi jamais sur les surfaces de la salle de bains et les risques de contamination croisée sont réduits. Trois modes de brossage sont proposés : Nettoyage, Sensible et Blancheur. Les poils souples au charbon assurent un nettoyage tout en douceur, et le capuchon de voyage doté d'une lumière UV-C désinfecte les poils pendant le rangement. Le corps fin bénéficie d'un indice d'étanchéité IPX7, et son moteur sonique atteint 40 000 vibrations par minute.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award de Fer
Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique est lauréat de l'A' Design Award de Fer, une reconnaissance prestigieuse décernée à de bons designs qui répondent aux exigences professionnelles et industrielles attendues de créations bien conçues. Les lauréats Fer démontrent la grande compétence, la haute spécialisation, la compréhension experte et la capacité créative de leurs créateurs. Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique est censé être une création très estimée, admirée et chérie, pratique et innovante. Ce design lauréat de l'A' Design Award de Fer intègre les meilleures pratiques de l'industrie et présente des caractéristiques techniques compétentes associées à un savoir-faire et à du talent. Gentle X Brosse à dents électrique est respecté pour sa rigueur et est conçu pour apporter des améliorations de la qualité de vie qui contribuent à faire du monde un monde meilleur.
Behind the Design
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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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