Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Duais Iarainn A' Design Award in Dearadh Táirge Cosmaidí Competition Category.

IarannTáirge Cosmaidí· 2025

Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach

by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Client: Tusk Oral Care

Duais Iarainn A' Design Award Winner in Táirge Cosmaidí Category

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The Design

About Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach

Is scuab fiacla leictreach í Gentle X atá deartha do chúram béil laethúil. Ceanglaíonn an scuab go maighnéadach le doc balla-mhonta a fheidhmíonn freisin mar stáisiún luchtaithe gan sreang, rud a choinníonn an gléas amach ó dhromchlaí seomra folctha agus a laghdaíonn an cros-éilliú. Tá trí mhodh scuabtha ar fáil: Glan, Íogair agus Gealadh. Tugann guairí boga gualaigh glanadh séimh, agus déantar díghalrú ar na guairí le linn stórála le clúdach taistil a bhfuil solas UV-C ann. Tá rátáil IPX7 ag an gcorp caol seo maidir le friotaíocht in aghaidh uisce, agus sroicheann mótar sonach 40,000 crith sa nóiméad.

The Recognition

About the Duais Iarainn A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach Duais Iarainn A' Design Award, aitheantas gradamach a bhronntar ar dhea-dhearaí a chomhlíonann na riachtanais ghairmiúla agus thionsclaíocha a bhíonn á n-éileamh ó chruthuithe a ndearnadh go maith iad. Léiríonn buaiteoirí Iarainn scil mhór, speisialtóireacht ard, tuiscint saineolaí agus cumas cruthaitheach a gcruthaitheoirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach ina chruthú a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear atá praiticiúil agus nuálach. Comhtháthaíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Iarainn A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr sa tionscal agus tá saintréithe teicniúla inniúla aige nasctha le heolas agus le tallann. Tá meas ar an dearadh Gentle X Scuab Fiacla Leictreach as a dhúthracht agus dearadh é chun feabhsuithe cáilíochta beatha a sholáthar a chabhraíonn leis an domhan a dhéanamh ina áit níos fearr.

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