OPD DESIGN | Electric Shaver
OPD DESIGN | Electric Shaver

Electric Shaver Development

Electric shaver development — leather-accented dual rotary electric shaver with genuine leather grip

TL;DR: OPD Design completed electric shaver development for a leather-accented dual rotary shaver designed to meet IPX7 waterproofing standards. This is a ready-to-market product, already mass produced and available for ODM/OEM and white-label partnerships.

Project Background

Most electric shavers on the market are purely function-oriented, with little attention to the emotional value of an everyday personal item. OPD Design rethought the shaver as a daily companion rather than a cold tool, incorporating genuine leather — a material that carries warmth and develops character over time — into the grip. The result is a product that balances practicality, comfort, and a sense of lifestyle quality. This is a ready-to-market design, already mass produced, that brands and distributors can license through ODM/OEM or white-label partnerships for immediate commercialization.

Electric shaver development — detail of the leather and metal materials on the dual rotary electric shaver

Design Innovations

OPD Design developed a dual rotary electric shaver distinguished by its genuine leather accent and engineered waterproof construction. The grip area uses genuine leather to deliver a warm, non-slip feel that contrasts with the cold metal and plastic of conventional shavers, developing a natural patina that strengthens the user’s connection with the product over time. The dual rotary blade system is shaped to follow different facial contours, distributing pressure evenly to reduce irritation, while a modular magnetic structure makes blade changing and cleaning intuitive. The full body is designed to meet IPX7 waterproofing standards, with the leather treated using a special adhesive waterproofing process so the shaver can be used wet and rinsed under running water.

Project Data

Services: Industrial design, Mechanical design, Hardware development, Firmware development, Functional prototyping, Mold development, Packaging design, Supply chain & mass production support
Business model: Ready-to-market product available for ODM/OEM and white-label licensing
Product type: Leather-accented dual rotary electric shaver
Product stage: Mass produced, ready to market
Industries: Personal care, grooming appliances
Deliverables: Production-ready CAD, electronic hardware & firmware, functional prototypes, mold tooling, premium packaging, manufacturing documentation

Our Electric Shaver Development Process

Step 1-Product Definition & Market Research

We identified a gap in the electric shaver market — most products are purely function-oriented, lacking emotional connection with users. Our research revealed demand for a personal grooming tool that combines practicality with lifestyle aesthetics, leading to the leather-accented design concept and the decision to build it as a ready-to-market product for ODM/OEM licensing.

Step 2-Industrial Design

The industrial design uses simple geometric rounded forms, avoiding complex lines to create a personal item rather than a cold appliance. Proportions were tested extensively so the thumb naturally reaches the control button. The leather and metal material strategy provides both comfort and a premium, lasting feel.

Step 3-Mechanical (Structural) Engineering

The dual rotary blade system was engineered to follow facial contours while distributing pressure evenly. The modular magnetic structure enables quick blade changes and easy cleaning. Waterproof construction designed to meet IPX7 standards required special adhesive treatment at the leather integration points and careful sealing of the housing seams.

Step 4-Hardware & Firmware Development

The hardware team developed the motor drive, battery and charging circuit, PCB layout, and power management for the dual rotary system. Firmware was written to control motor speed, charging status, and safety cutoffs, with the electronic modules arranged to fit within the compact rounded housing while preserving the waterproof seal.

Step 5-Functional Prototyping

Functional prototypes were built to verify shaving comfort, waterproof performance, leather durability, and magnetic attachment reliability. Testing included skin irritation assessment, water resistance validation, and drop tests to confirm structural integrity before tooling release.

Step 6-Mold Development

Precision molds were developed for the plastic housing, metal components, and leather integration points. T0/T1 sampling and iterative adjustments ensured dimensional accuracy and assembly fit for all components before mass production.

Step 7-Supply Chain, Packaging & Mass Production Support

We coordinated the supply chain for genuine leather sourcing, metal components, and electronic modules, then set up the production line, quality inspection standards, and small-batch verification before full-scale production. Packaging design used minimalist typography, high-quality card stock, and a magnetic closure to mirror the product’s refined aesthetic, with an inner tray that protects the shaver in shipping and reinforces the premium unboxing experience for ODM/OEM partners.
OPD DESIGN | Electric Shaver

Looking for a ready-to-market shaver you can put your own brand on? This leather-accented design is already engineered, tooled, and mass produced — available now for ODM/OEM and white-label licensing. We also develop custom grooming appliances from scratch.

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Project Results

  • Completed a leather-accented dual rotary electric shaver as a ready-to-market, mass produced product
  • The genuine leather accent differentiates the design from conventional plastic shavers and has been well received as a premium positioning element
  • Dual rotary blade system delivered high user satisfaction for shaving comfort and efficiency in prototype and production validation
  • Waterproof construction, designed to meet IPX7 standards, proved reliable in real-world bathroom use
  • Established manufacturing processes and premium packaging are ready for ODM/OEM and white-label distribution

ODM/OEM & White-Label Customization

Available for ODM/OEM and White-Label Partnerships

This leather-accented electric shaver is a ready-to-market product, already engineered, tooled, and mass produced. Instead of starting a new product from a blank page, brands and distributors can license the proven design and bring a differentiated premium shaver to market faster and with lower development risk.
Customization options for ODM/OEM and white-label partners include:
  • Branding: Custom logo placement and branded startup/power-off indicators on supported units
  • Color and materials: Alternative body colors and leather/finish options to match your brand identity
  • Packaging: Custom box design, inserts, and manual localized for your target market
  • Configuration: Blade, accessory, and charging-cable options tailored to your retail channel
  • Compliance support: Certification coordination for your destination markets
Because the mechanical design, hardware, firmware, molds, and manufacturing line are already established, ODM/OEM partners move straight to customization and production rather than full development. Contact us to discuss licensing terms, MOQ, lead time, and the customization level that fits your brand.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.Can I license this electric shaver development for my own brand?
Yes. This electric shaver is a ready-to-market product available for ODM/OEM partnerships and white-label distribution. Brand owners and distributors can license the design with customization options including logo placement, packaging, and color variations. Contact us to discuss licensing terms and MOQ.
Yes. Alongside this ready-to-market design, we offer full custom development for personal care appliances — from a unique shaver design tailored to your brand positioning, target market, and price point, through to mass production.
Industrial design, mechanical engineering, hardware and firmware development, functional prototyping, mold development, packaging design, and mass production support. For ODM/OEM partners, the ready-to-market design skips the early development phase entirely.
A fully custom shaver project typically takes several months from concept to mass production, depending on blade system requirements and compliance needs. Licensing this ready-to-market design for custom branding and packaging involves a substantially shorter lead time.
Contact us with your project requirements or ODM inquiry. We will review your goals and target market, then provide a proposal outlining scope, licensing terms, and key milestones before any commitment. commitment.

Start Your Electric Shaver Development or ODM Partnership

Looking for a ready-to-market premium shaver, or need a custom grooming appliance developed for your brand? OPD Design offers both ODM/OEM white-label licensing and end-to-end custom development. Contact us to discuss your project and get a feasibility assessment.
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