![]() Should we each have our own container, or can we share it with others? We use a small glass jar and store it out of heat and light so oils don’t degrade. We prefer to use essential oils in our toothpaste, which should be stored in glass. In a container of your choosing close to your toothbrush. Here’s our line of thought: would you rather put the essential oils of a mint plant in your mouth or commercial toothpaste that has poison control warnings on every package? We know our answer, but we always encourage people to do what they’re comfortable with. That said, some may run down our throats – and most essential oil providers are legally obligated to print, “not for consumption” on their packaging – but we use it with confidence. Are essential oils safe for consumption?įirst, you’re not supposed to swallow toothpaste. Making homemade toothpaste is good for you, not bad. No, on the Relative Dentin Abrasivity (RDA) scale baking soda is MUCH less abrasive than commercial toothpaste. Now go get rid of that bad breath! Homemade Toothpaste FAQs Isn’t baking soda abrasive? Add a little water at a time, stirring after each addition, until the paste reaches desired consistency. Mix together baking soda, optional salt, and peppermint. Remember, each batch yields the equivalent of one 5.3oz tube of toothpaste which you can store in a small storage container somewhere close to your toothbrush. When ready to brush, simply wet your toothbrush, scoop or spread as much paste as you like, and begin brushing.Ģ. By making this toothpaste not only are we cutting costs by upwards of 300%, but we also know the exact ingredients and count time spent as fun, educational, and useful for all involved! Making Homemade Toothpaste The cost savings will be between $4.37 – $3.61 per tube!Īside from the cost, there are many other benefits of homemade products. Based on the calculations above the same amount of this homemade toothpaste will cost between $0.63 and $1.39 for 5.33 oz, depending on how much flavoring is used. Prior to making our own, we were using Tom’s of Maine Spearmint Gel ® costing an average of $5.00 for a 5.2 oz tube. Add the flavoring little by little until you reach an amount you enjoy. Note: you can use as much or as little peppermint, or other flavors, as you wish. 33 oz which = $1.04 | Better yet, use peppermint essential oil 1 oz = $13.00 | 15 drops = $0.28!
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