Revlon xComfort Pro
This hair dryer concept was born out of initial observations from users drying their hair and an analysis of the problems while performing the task.
This hair dryer concept was born out of initial observations from users drying their hair and an analysis of the problems while performing the task.
This hair dryer concept was born out of initial observations from users drying their hair and an analysis of the problems while performing the task.
Modeled in Rhino
Rendered in Keyshot
3D Printed
2022
Research
For this project, the research was carried out through observation.
A total of...
8 participants
From ages...
18 - 22 years
For a total observation time of...
45 minutes
These 6 key poses were sketched to identify moments where the hair drying experience could be improved. These problems were identified during observation as pain points and struggles during the process.
These 6 key poses were sketched to identify moments where the hair drying experience could be improved. These problems were identified during observation as pain points and struggles during the process.
Key Insights
Most users struggled reaching hard to reach places of the hair such as the back
Users would have to raise the hair dryer above comfortable heights to reach certain places or direct air flow causing fatigue
To reach certain places of the hair users would take uncomfortable and unhealthy positions that would pain the user after the task
Hair dryers at lower price points compromised on options, and users commonly settled for them
A user reported fearing the intake vent as it could suck in hair and burn it off
User Persona
Based on the users that participated during observation, a profile was built. This user persona synthesized the target audience towards which the product was going to be aimed towards.
Design Development
Having identified the problems, I went into rapid ideation
These were the 12 designs which most addressed the pain points
Sketch Refinement
After user feedback, these 2 designs were chosen as the most successful.
10 users
were then asked to fill in a survey regarding the success or failure of each design as well as possible improvements
Ease Of Handling
Interface
They were surveyed on
Portability
Viable Production
Productivity
Added Benefits
Aesthetics
Level of Entertainmnet
Final Design
From the user feedback, as both results were very close, I decided to combine both designs and apply the suggested improvements.
3D Modelling
1st iteration
3D model with dimensions based on anthropometric measurements
Materials and Color
exploration for the final product considering luxury, price range, and colors usually used by the company.
3D Model Refinement
2nd iteration
3D model with suggested improvements applied and dimensions based on anthropometric measurements
Based on user feedback and considering the target audience, maintaining affordability, and keeping the product light to reduce strain, these were the chosen final materials
Physical Prototype
To test the success of the the final design, it was
3D printed
to make a physical prototype for
usability testing
Finished Product
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