Ryan Simons

Industrial Design, 2018

Swivel is a hair clipper that takes a friendly brand approach and an ergonomic solution to improve the reach to any part of the head while trimming one’s own hair. Only 11% of men are cutting their own hair. 76% of men go to a salon or barber shop to have someone else cut their hair. Some of these men get simple buzz cuts, which can cost them up to $400 a year, but money is not the only problem. The same ergonomic shape has been around for 100 years with the focus on cutting another person’s hair instead of one’s own. Swivel redefines the traditional way of cutting your own hair. A 360-degree, adjustable blade, with guard attachments, allows the user to reach any angle without straining their wrist or arm. The handle is designed to fit into the palm of the hand, opposed to the tube-like designs of the past. The new handle shape gives users more stability and control so they can maintain an even cut throughout the entire haircutting process.

Ryan Simons found his place in design after switching from mechanical engineering.  He is excited about collaborating with designers from all backgrounds to push himself and his designs into new directions. His passion is to create designs that impact people not only through products, but through services and experiences. Aside from design, he enjoys photography and spending time outdoors.  His love for nature and people pushes him to be more environmentally and socially conscious.