Recipe for natural whitening toothpaste Wellness mom

We all want to know how to whiten our teeth naturally, but doing so is another matter. For me, coarse whitening strips and pastes are not suitable. This recipe for charcoal whitening toothpaste is an easy, gentler way to get a brighter smile.

Avoid heavy whitening procedures

These sleek ads with gorgeous smiles can be quite tempting, but our family avoids artificial whitening. Chemical bleaches such as chlorine dioxide can cause sensitivity, irritation and burning of the gums and permanent damage to the enamel. Scientists are not entirely sure how teeth whitening works or the full range of its effects.

A natural way to whiten teeth

I write a lot about the health of the oral cavity and I am fascinated by how it really affects the whole body! I spent years working on creating natural toothpastes and oral care. I wanted something that was safe enough for my children to use, and also not to aggravate my health problems.

Although there are many excellent natural toothpastes that you can buy (one of yours really!), I have used this cost-effective DIY recipe for years. (Because, um, 6 kids!). This is my favorite recipe for toothpaste so far and the cheapest. This is also the best whitening toothpaste I have used, especially when combined with oil withdrawal.

Natural oral care options

Some of my favorite recipes for a healthy mouth so far are:

My other toothpaste recipes get a lot of comments about substitutions and whether certain ingredients are needed. Because other recipes use coconut oil, some people complain that toothpaste is too difficult to use when cool.

This recipe for whitening toothpaste is simpler and uses only the most useful ingredients. It has the same consistency at any temperature, works well and tastes great. Even the kids like the taste and I don’t have to despair if they swallow a little.

What does natural whitening toothpaste taste like?

Natural toothpaste may not be as sweet as conventional toothpaste and has no foaming effect. This recipe does not contain baking soda, so it is not as salty as some natural options. I add a mixture of essential oils to our toothpaste to personalize the taste. Essential oils also have antimicrobial properties that help the health of the oral cavity.

Essential oils for toothpaste

Not every essential oil is safe to put in your mouth, and some that are safe for adults are not safe for children. We must also consider how much of each oil we use. Irritant essential oils such as cinnamon and mint should be used more sparingly than something like orange. Essential oils are not mandatory, but they really help to improve the taste. Mint, cinnamon and cloves can be too raw for young children, but mine really love grapefruit or lemon!

Here are some safe choices of essential oils for your whitening toothpaste: You can find quality essential oils at Plant Therapy.

• Mint
• mint
• Orange
• Grapefruit
• Lemon
• tangerine
• Bergamot
• Kumquat
• lime
• myrrh
• Cinnamon (use sparingly)
• Cloves (use sparingly)

A strange way to whiten teeth

I have found that calcium and MCT oil do a good job of whitening on their own, but there is a way to increase the strength of the whitening. Activated charcoal (AC) is one of my favorite ways to whiten teeth. I was quite skeptical at first, but that really suited me. AC is good at removing surface stains from foods such as coffee and tea.

From the research I did, I found that AC is safe to use with fillings and veneers and will not extract minerals from teeth. Charcoal is actually beneficial for teeth by improving the pH in the mouth to help prevent caries and gingivitis. That is why it is one of the main ingredients in my Wellness Charcoal toothpaste.

If you still have any concerns about using it in your dental work, then be sure to consult your dentist first!

Benefits and warnings of xylitol

If I add something sweet to our dishes, I choose natural options like honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar. Sweeteners like xylitol are not something you will see in my recipes. So why use it in toothpaste?

There is some evidence that xylitol is beneficial for oral health. In particular, it helps reduce plaque and tooth decay while killing bacteria. Be very careful here, however … xylitol, even in small amounts, can be deadly to dogs. So don’t store your toothpaste where Fido can eat it!

The xylitol I use is a small course, so I ran it through the blender first. You can also use a coffee grinder. The second time I made the toothpaste, I just put all the ingredients in the blender and it came out completely creamy.

The blender was difficult to clean after my experiment, but a quick wipe with a paper towel helped. After receiving the rest, I washed my blender as usual.

MCT toothpaste

Medium chain triglycerides or MCT oil is my secret ingredient in this recipe. It is extracted from coconut or palm oil, but remains liquid at different temperatures, so it is easier to work with. Fractionated coconut oil is similar to MCT oil, but is usually only for skin care and is not safe to eat.

It can be confusing because manufacturers sometimes use terms such as liquid coconut oil or fractionated MCT oil. After all, we use liquid coconut oil with a high MCT content and food grade.

How to store natural whitening toothpaste

When I make toothpaste, everyone in our family gets their own jar. This helps prevent the exchange of bacteria back and forth and everyone gets their favorite flavor. We just dip our toothbrushes in the jar, but an escalator stick is another option. A clean stick of escalator can help prevent the growth of germs in toothpaste. If you use essential oils, they also have some preservative properties.

Like most of my toothpaste recipes, I like to do this in small batches because the shelf life is not as long as it is bought from the store. If your family is much smaller than mine, you can also cut the recipe in half. Be sure to apply your whitening toothpaste if you notice any unpleasant odor or color.

The shelf life depends on several factors, but mine usually lasts at least a few weeks. If you are not happy with the jar, then a squeeze tube like this is another option.