A comb redesigned to enhance its sustainability. Through in-depth material research and structural innovation, the comb teeth can be easily disassembled and replaced, increasing its reusability after damage. Focusing on improving the user experience, the comb's shape and size have been redesigned to ensure it is easy to hold and carry, and easy to clean and disassemble.
Broken-off comb tooth
The inspiration for this product came from observing how easily the bristles of a regular cushion brush could break. This led me to realize that the most vulnerable parts of a commonly used cushion brush are the bristles that come into contact with the scalp, and this simple damage directly impacts the product's lifespan.
To improve product lifespan and sustainability, I decided to redesign the brush.
Residual hair and dust
This project aims to design a sustainable comb that incorporates environmental protection principles, innovative structure, and a user-friendly experience. The product should not only meet daily usage needs but also reduce its overall environmental impact through modular design and material selection, extend its lifespan, and enhance the emotional connection between the user and the item.
Issues:
- The shorter lifespan of a comb product is due to damage to the comb teeth.
- Too much hair and dust that's difficult to clean gets stuck in the comb.
Considering environmental protection, I decided to make the most easily damaged comb teeth replaceable. At the same time, the comb's structure needed to be modular, making tooth replacement easier. Here, I iterated on the comb's structure and working method through sketches, while also considering the shape and size, ultimately resulting in a cleaning comb that is easy to detach.
TPEE comb teeth are soft and won't hurt your scalp; they can be removed and replaced.
The ABS comb case has a detachable design for easy cleaning of tangled hair.
TPR soft mat, protects hands and prevents slipping.
TPR comb pads make it easy to replace comb teeth.