Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Ātaahua, Tiaki Tinana me ngā Hua Whakapaipai Competition Category.

RinoHua Whakapaipai· 2025

Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko

by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Client: Tusk Oral Care

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Hua Whakapaipai Category

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The Design

About Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko

Ko Gentle X he niho paraihe hiko i hangaia mō te tiaki waha ia rā. Ka piri te paraihe mā te autō ki tētahi tūranga whakairi pakitara e mahi ana anō hei tūranga whakahiko uwuwā, nā reira ka noho te taputapu kia mamao atu i ngā mata rūma horoi, ā, ka whakaitihia te whakapoke-anga-whitiwhiti. E toru ngā aratau paraihe e whāngaihia ana: Horoi, Māharahara me te Whakamā. Ko ngā huruhuru waro ngohengohe e homai ana i tētahi horoi ngāwari, ā, ko tētahi pōtae haerenga kua whakauruhia ki te rama UV-C e purea ai ngā huruhuru i te wā e rokiroki ana. Kua whakatauhia te tinana angiangi ki te taumata IPX7 mō te aukati wai, ā, ka eke tētahi ngoi oro-ngaru ki te 40,000 ngā wiri i ia meneti.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Gentle X Niho Paraihe Hiko mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

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