So today we are going to talk about a simple DIY toothpaste recipe. Generic store bought toothpaste has many toxins in it. I encourage all of you to go research each ingredient that is put into your toothpaste and see for yourself what it is you are putting into your mouth and body.
Many toothpastes are also very abrasive and actually damage your teeth. Look to see how abrasive your toothpaste is here.
Have you ever read the toothpaste warning saying that if it is ingested to contact a poison control center? Ever wonder why that was there? It is there because of fluoride. Fluoride is actually a poison and if ingested it can make you severely sick and even kill. One tube of toothpaste has enough fluoride in it to kill a child weighing less than 66 pounds (30kg). Yet they make it in those yummy flavors like bubblegum and berry that make kids just want to eat it. Read more about the dangers of fluoride here.
There is also lots of doubt as to the effectiveness of fluoride read more about it here.
Now that we’ve talked about why I personally don’t like toothpaste lets talk about a simple recipe to make toothpaste at home.
What You Need
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- Stevia to sweeten to taste if wanted
Instructions
Mix all the ingredients together. You can melt the coconut oil some in the microwave or on a double boiler if needed, it does not need to be liquid just soft and easily stirred. Then store it in a small jar and put a small amount on your toothbrush. I use a small silver spoon to scoop out my toothpaste. Since silver is antibacterial I don’t have to worry about adding bad bacteria to my toothpaste.
I am working on making another toothpaste with a few more ingredients but when I get it right, I will be sure and share it.
I use the same recipe. 🙂 if you like cinnamon oil, it also works well in the same mix.
I have used cinnamon oil too. I just did not mention it because cinnamon can really irritate the skin of some people. It is not recommended to be used on any product that touches the skin by many.
I’ve been thinking of making my own, thanks for sharing this!
You’re welcome if you try it let me know how it works for you.
Thanks for sharing! I’ve been looking for a natural toothpaste that works. The last one i tried gave me tooth ache. I will try this!
http://www.heynaturalbeauties.com
Great let me know how it works for you. I love this recipe, my gums used to always bleed and when I switched to this recipe no more bleeding gums, it has been amazing.
-K
Be careful. Dr. Mercola believes Arm and Hammer Baking Soda contains aluminum. We have a link on our blog.
I have heard that. I actually get my baking soda from mountainroseherbs.com though or Bob’s Red Mill because I can get those in bulk easily and it is not made through a chemical process. On the article it says that some people believe it may contain aluminum, it is not confirmed. I have my doubts though because if it did it would then be false advertising/mislabeling of ingredients and then Arm and Hammer could get in lots of trouble. I think many people confuse baking soda for baking powder which often does have aluminum in it. Another thing to factor in is that Arm and Hammer products do not specifically label aluminum free no baking soda ever had until Bob’s Red Mill and they did that as a marketing tactic which worked very well. If you find out for sure one or other please let me know.
-K
I used a recipe like this for a while but it wore down my gums a lot (a common problem with baking soda bases). So I now make one with a clay base, which I love and hasn’t damaged my gums.
My gums have actually gotten better. my body is really weird though. One of the other recipes I am working on is a clay base, I just haven’t come up with quite the right mixture yet. It feels like I am putting a glob of wet chalk in my mouth and that texture just doesn’t sit well with me. I would love to know your recipe if you don’t mind sharing.
This is the recipe I use: http://redandhoney.com/2013/02/homemade-toothpaste-with-clay-and-coconut-oil/. I’ve used it for over a year and I really like it. I don’t get the water too hot because it melts the coconut oil and then I sit around waiting for it to solidify again. Other than that, it’s great as-is!
Thanks I will check it out.
This is awesome, I have most of these ingredients and am going to pick up some stevia and give it a try. I often use an herbal tooth powder, but there are moments when that’s just not socially as cool as toothpaste.
Sad to say, I consumed toothpaste as a child. I liked the taste, so I would brush with it and then swallow it. For years. Never told my parents.
Haha, so did I. I don’t think many parents realize how dangerous toothpaste really is.
I want to make this! I am trying to get rid of as many chemicals and bad ingredients as I can. I wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the very inspiring blogger award. Sorry it has taken me so ling to let you know. I was on vacation when the post went live and got super busy when we got home. Check it out http://lifeslittleprojects.com/inspiring-blogger-award/
Thank you so much AmieJo! I hope you like this recipe. If you ever have any questions about transitioning to more natural products just ask. I have a ton of recipes that I haven’t put up on here yet. I also hope you had a great vacation!
-Kayla
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