Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Jern in Skjønnhet, personlig pleie og kosmetisk produktdesign Competition Category.
JernKosmetisk produkt· 2025
Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste
by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne
Client: Tusk Oral Care
A' Design Award i Jern Winner in Kosmetisk produkt Category
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About Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste
Gentle X er en elektrisk tannbørste designet for daglig munnpleie. Børsten festes magnetisk til en veggmontert dokkingstasjon som også fungerer som en trådløs ladestasjon, slik at enheten holdes unna baderomsoverflater og krysskontaminering reduseres. Tre pussemodus tilbys: Clean, Sensitive og Whitening. Myke bust av kull gir en skånsom rengjøring, og et reiseetui med UV-C-lys desinfiserer bustene under oppbevaring. Den slanke kroppen er IPX7-klassifisert for vannmotstand, og en sonisk motor når 40 000 vibrasjoner per minutt.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award i Jern
Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste er vinner av A' Design Award i Jern, en prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles gode design som oppfyller de profesjonelle og industrielle kravene man forventer av veldesignede skaperverk. Jernvinnere viser stor dyktighet, høy spesialisering, ekspertforståelse og kreativ kapasitet hos skaperne. Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste forventes å være et høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt skaperverk som er praktisk og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Jern, integrerer bransjens beste praksis og har kompetente tekniske egenskaper knyttet til kunnskap og talent. Gentle X Elektrisk tannbørste respekteres for sin grundighet og er utformet for å gi forbedringer i livskvalitet som bidrar til å gjøre verden til et bedre sted.
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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