name: first shaving series er-gk20 / er-gm40
brand: panasonic corporation
designers: yuki sugiyama, ushio bessho
award: iF gold award
first on the list is japanese gold awarded winner ‘first shaving series’. developed specifically to assist teenagers during puberty, the shaver helps dispel the user’s fears or shyness with using a razor for the first time. in a funky color palette of yellow, blue and gray, the device allows easy personal grooming of beards, eyebrows and body hair.
name: SOOYOU beauty salon
brand: mr. guo
designers: AD architecture
on a more architectural note, ‘SOYOU beauty salon’ in china is one to explore. through the curved walls and arcs, a unique interior perspective is enhanced conveying a sense of femininity and mystery. the fluid lines allow consumers to wonder within the space as they are exposed to the contrast of the static and dynamic red splashing features.
name: swagger all-in-one grooming oil
brand: art & design international
designers: gyumin lee hui myeong lee hye in choo
delivering complete care for beards and skin, the korean ‘swagger all-in-one grooming oil’ is also a visual treat. the product’s transparent packaging makes sure to accentuate the two different layers in the bottle, which after being shaken create an interesting display of colors and mixture. the toning lotion and yellow natural oil are comprised within 100% recyclable plastic, while the outer box is made entirely out of recyclable paper.
name: NEST pro set
brand: nest care, inc.
designers: kirill nesterov, maya prokhorova, aleksandr kliavinsh, vladimir gorovoy, oleg bogumirskiy
almost robotic looking, the american oral hygiene set design for ‘NEST pro set’ gives smiles all around. the product consists of a silicon toothbrush and toothpaste loaded into the handle, which can then be refilled. moreover, together with the brush stand, built-in UV sterilizer, carrying case and replaceable heads, the set is optimized for maximum comfort on travels.
