# Nomadic Travel Toothbrushes The 'nanoKoLev' Toothbrush is Bristle-Free and Eco-Friendly By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanokolev-toothbrush References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/travel-toothbrush-kit/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/nanokolev-toothbrush/nanokolev-the-most-discreet-3-in-1-travel-toothbru?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow&utm_content=GadgetFlow) Consumer concerns about plastic waste are pushing many to seek out eco-friendly alternatives to essential products, which is seeing options like the 'nanoKoLev' toothbrush be created. Boasting a [bristle-free design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-brush) and a compact aesthetic, the toothbrush works by being slipped onto your finger and used to clean your teeth and tongue whenever required. The toothbrush is made from medical-grade silicon and works with [dissolving dentifrice tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oclean-1) that eliminate the need for plastic tubes of toothpaste to further eliminate plastic waste products. The 'nanoKoLev' toothbrush is [easily cleaned and sterilized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hahatec-self-sanitizing-toothbrush) to make it a travelers best friend when abroad, while the folding design allows it to be stored almost anywhere. The toothbrush is part of a rising number of personal care products that are targeted towards younger, travel-hungry consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Personal Care:** Creating personal care products that are environmentally friendly and reduce plastic waste. - **Minimalist Travel Essentials:** Designing compact and versatile travel products that are easy to pack and use on the go. - **Alternative Dental Hygiene:** Developing innovative toothbrush designs that offer alternatives to traditional bristle brushes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Personal Care Products:** Opportunity to create and market eco-friendly personal care products that cater to the growing demand for sustainable options. - **Travel Accessories:** Disruptive innovation in the travel industry by offering minimalist and convenient travel essentials that enhance the travel experience. - **Dental Care:** Opportunity to revolutionize dental hygiene products by introducing alternative toothbrush designs and sustainable oral care solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible Titanium Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kif-toothbrush-kit.md) - [Folding Travel Toothbrush Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/io-travel-toothbrush.md) - [Self-Sterilizing Travel Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plover-travel-toothbrush.md) - [Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medicalgrade-stainless-steel-toothbrush.md) - [Sustainability-Focused Reusable Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-toothbrush.md) - [Portable Toothbrush sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clea-toothbrush-sanitizer.md) - [Modular Electric Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-electric-toothbrush.md) - [Toothpaste-Dispensing Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onedone.md) - [Sustainable Electric Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamtoo-koa-v2.md)