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HOMEMADE WHITENING TOOTHPASTE WITH ESSENTIAL OILS VIDEO TUTORIAL
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WHAT IS WRONG WITH CONVENTIONAL TOOTHPASTE?
Removing conventional items full of toxins and chemicals from of my home was a top priority when I first started using essential oils.
Have you ever read the warning label on the back of your toothpaste tube? Mine says, ” KEEP out of reach of children. If more is swallowed than the normal amount used for brushing, get medical help or contact poison control right away.”
YIKES! Something that my kids see me put in my mouth could greatly harm them if they put it in their mouth. This is why I decided to make my own toothpaste with natural and safe ingredients.
HOMEMADE TOOTHPASTE INGREDIENTS
- Calcium carbonate
- Xylitol
- Baking soda
- Coconut oil
- Essential oils (see my favorites listed below)
HOW TO MAKE TOOTHPASTE
- Mix 5 parts calcium carbonate, 3 parts xylitol, and 2 parts baking soda in a bowl.
- Add 5 drops of clove bud and 15 drops of peppermint essential oil. (Or check out other essential oils you can use below)
- Add 4 parts coconut oil and mix until well combined.
- Store your toothpaste in an airtight container. That simple!
You can make any quantity you want! I do this with tablespoon amounts and usually, double this recipe.
Precautions
Consult with your healthcare provider before using this toothpaste.
Do not ingest.
Some people may have sensitivities to essential oils.
Ensure the ingredients you are using are safe for internal use.
BEST ESSENTIAL OILS FOR HOMEMADE TOOTHPASTE
- Peppermint– Add peppermint essential oil to help freshen breathe and leave the mouth feeling clean.
- Clove– Everyone should add a few drops of clove to their homemade toothpaste. Clove has powerful cleansing and purifying properties.
- Wild Orange– Wild orange will help cleanse the mouth.
- Cinnamon– Cinnamon essential oil can be used to freshen breathe and naturally whiten teeth.
- Make sure the essential oils you choose are pure and recommended for internal use.
Have you ever made your own toothpaste? Did you add essential oils for extra flavor and benefits? Share your recipes and favorite blends in the comments.
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Homemade Toothpaste
Equipment
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons of calcium carbonate
- 3 tablespoons of xylitol
- 2 tablespoons of baking soda
- 4 tablespoons of coconut oil, melted
- 15 drops of peppermint essential oil, approved for internal use
- 5 drops of clove bud essential oil, approved for internal use
Instructions
- Combine calcium carbonate, xylitol, and baking soda in a small bowl.
- Add coconut oil and essential oils and stir in well.
- Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Did anyone else have the problem of the toothpaste being as hard as a rock after a few hours? Also, is it okay for sink drains over time? Spitting the toothpaste down the drain may cause an accumulation of hardened coconut oil. I know that when oil-pulling coconut oil you should always spit into a tissue and throw it in the wastebasket.
Thanks Laura, Been using your recipe for quite some time and I love it. My teeth are in great shape and are whiter too. I appreciate all your homemade recipes!
That’s amazing! So happy to hear this!
Hello Laura,
I read that baking soda is not good for the enamel, so what can we remove it from the recipe? And what can it be replaced with?
Thank you🙏🏼