Healthy alternatives
Aliksir – Dental Care Powder, Tea Tree
Anarres Natural Health – Toothpaste or Toothpowder
Arganat – All Natural Clay Toothpaste
Davids natural – Toothpastes
Druide – Anise Toothpaste
Green Beaver – Spearmint Natural Toothpaste
Miessence – Toothpastes
Modere – Toothpaste Refresh
Redmond – Earthpaste
With my – Lemonade Toothpaste
DIY
Here is a simple recipe to make your natural (powdered) toothpaste. In a jar, mix:
- 1 cup of white clay
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- A few drops of mint essential oil (optional)
Moisten your toothbrush and put the mixture on it.
Ingredients to avoid
- 1,4-dioxane: possible carcinogen
- Sweeteners: different possible toxic effects for humans
- Fluoride: possible carcinogen, neurotoxic
- Propylene glycol: allergenic, irritant
- Sodium lauryl sulfate: irritant, may cause contact dermatitis
- Triclosan: endocrine disruptor