# Color-Changing Toothbrushes The 'Switch' Toothbrush Visually Indicates When it's Worn Out By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-05-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switch-toothbrush References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/05/01/this-sustainable-toothbrushs-bristles-change-color-to-tell-you-its-time-to-replace-the-head/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The 'Switch' toothbrush is a sustainable oral care device that will work to maximize functionality for the user, while also eliminating the need to completely dispose of the entire unit. The toothbrush features a metallic handle that works with interchangeable brush heads for complete care, sensitive and whitening needs. These brush heads will change in color to let the user know when they need to be replaced, while the 100% recyclable head is made using 100% recycled plastic to further enhance the eco-friendly nature of the oral care solution. The 'Switch' toothbrush is the design work of Ben Cullis Watson and Crux Product Design, and is the will of a 2021 Red Dot Design Award as well as the 2021 iF Design Awards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Oral Care:** Offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional toothbrushes, such as 100% recyclable materials, can disrupt the oral care market with a focus on sustainability. - **Interchangeable Components:** Toothbrushes with interchangeable components, such as brush heads, can disrupt the market by prolonging the life of the handle while reducing waste and costs for users. - **Color-changing Indicators:** Incorporating innovative technology, such as color-changing indicators, to oral care products can revolutionize the market by providing a simple and effective way for users to know when to replace their brush heads. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Oral Care:** Companies in the oral care industry can integrate sustainable materials and innovative technology into their products, providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional oral care devices. - **Product Design:** Product design firms can focus on creating sustainable and innovative oral care solutions, such as toothbrushes with interchangeable components and color-changing indicators. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** The rise of eco-friendly oral care products, such as those made from 100% recycled plastic, creates opportunities for companies in the recycling and waste management industry to partner with oral care brands and promote sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Electric Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-electric-toothbrush.md) - [Sustainability-Focused Reusable Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-toothbrush.md) - [Self-Sanitizing Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultim8-smartbrush-system.md) - [Playful Oral Care Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buildabrush-starter.md) - [Aluminum Electric Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suri-sustainable-electric-toothbrush.md) - [Sustainable Electric Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamtoo-koa-v2.md) - [Color-Changing Toothpastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crest-kids-color-changing-toothpaste.md) - [Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medicalgrade-stainless-steel-toothbrush.md) - [Stand-Up Water Fountain Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Youseeuc.md)