Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Recipe for making baking soda toothpaste
• Method 2 of 3: Coconut Oil Toothpaste Recipe
• Method 3 of 3: Bentonite Clay Toothpaste Recipe
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Commercial toothpastes often contain potentially harmful toxins, artificial colors and flavors. If you decide not to use commercial toothpaste anymore, then you can make it yourself at home! This is an interesting and simple project. It is also a great opportunity to take care of your health. Everything you need is at your fingertips at home. There are many options for making peppermint toothpaste, so you can experiment until you find the recipe you like best.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Recipe for making baking soda toothpaste

1. 1 Prepare all the ingredients you need. Baking soda is a substance that can replace commercial toothpaste. Baking soda has some abrasiveness (due to which it is possible to remove food residues and other particles in the mouth), as well as cleansing properties. For this recipe, you will need the following:
   • 1/4 cup baking soda
   • 1/4 teaspoon fine-grained sea salt
   • 20 drops of peppermint essential oil (make sure you use peppermint essential oil and not the peppermint extract used for baking)
   • 20 drops of liquid stevia extract (or to taste)
   • 1-2 teaspoons of water (depending on the desired consistency)
2. 2 Collect all the ingredients you need. The process of making toothpaste is pretty simple and you don't need any special tools to mix the main ingredients. Get a small bowl, fork, and a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid. This is where you store your toothpaste.
3. 3 Mix baking soda and sea salt. Pour the baking soda and sea salt into a bowl, then use a fork to combine the two ingredients together. Since these two ingredients are dry, you don't have to worry about the sequence of adding them to the bowl. Most importantly, mix them thoroughly together.
4. 4 Add liquid ingredients. Start by adding peppermint essential oil. Use a fork to combine the butter with the baking soda and salt mixture. Then add the stevia extract. Then add water to get the mixture of the desired consistency.
   • If you want to make a paste with a strong minty flavor, add 20 drops of peppermint oil. If you want a milder version, start with 10 drops and gradually add more, tasting the pasta each time.
   • Add liquid stevia extract to taste. Stir well after adding 10 drops of stevia, and if you like a sweeter taste add the rest.
   • Add some water. Don't expect to get a paste of the same consistency as in the store. Instead, you should end up with a thinner paste.
5. 5 Store new toothpaste in a jar. When using the toothpaste, you can use a small spoon to apply a small amount of the toothpaste to the toothbrush. Alternatively, you can simply dip your toothbrush into the jar.

Method 2 of 3: Coconut Oil Toothpaste Recipe

1. 1 Prepare all the ingredients you need. Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has antimicrobial effect, which is the best prevention of tooth decay. Try the following recipe, which combines the properties of both baking soda and coconut oil. Thanks to this, it is possible to achieve maximum oral hygiene in a natural way:
   • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
   • 3 tablespoons of baking soda
   • 25 drops of peppermint essential oil
   • 1 packet of stevia
2. 2 Collect all ingredients. Since you don't mix many ingredients, there is no need for a large bowl. Get a small bowl, fork, and dry, clean jar with a tight-fitting lid.
3. 3 Mix the coconut oil and baking soda together in a bowl. Use a fork to do this, so that you get a mixture of uniform consistency.
4. 4 Add peppermint and stevia essential oil. If you want the flavor that most closely resembles commercial toothpaste, add the specified amount of peppermint essential oil. However, if you want your pasta to have a milder flavor, you can add half the amount indicated and then add more if needed.
   • If your mixture comes out in chunks or does not have a uniform consistency, mix all the ingredients together thoroughly again. If you still can't get the mixture to a smooth consistency, add a little more coconut oil (a teaspoon or so) until you achieve the desired result.
5. 5 Store new toothpaste in a jar. When using the toothpaste, you can use a small spoon to apply a small amount of the toothpaste to the toothbrush. Alternatively, you can simply dip your toothbrush into the jar.

Method 3 of 3: Bentonite Clay Toothpaste Recipe

1. 1 Prepare all the ingredients you need. In this recipe, you will need to use an unusual ingredient. It is a bentonite clay that is used for oral hygiene and teeth remineralization. All the ingredients you need to make a bentonite clay toothpaste are available from your pharmacy or health food store:
   • 4 tablespoons bentonite clay
   • 3 teaspoons xylitol or 1 teaspoon stevia (to taste)
   • ¼ teaspoon finely ground sea salt
   • 2-3 tablespoons of water (depending on the desired consistency)
   • 20 drops of peppermint oil
2. 2 Collect all ingredients. Do not let the clay come into contact with metal objects. Therefore, do not use a metal bowl, fork, or jar. Plastic cookware is a great alternative to metal cookware.
3. 3 Mix all the ingredients together. Use a fork to combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Add dry ingredients first, then add liquid ingredients. Consider your personal taste preference when adding essential oils.
4. 4 Store your toothpaste in a non-metallic jar. You can even use a small plastic container to store your food.
   • When using the toothpaste, you can use a small spoon to apply a small amount of the toothpaste to the toothbrush. Alternatively, you can simply dip your toothbrush into the jar.

Tips

• When using a recipe that contains water, note that if you use tap water, your toothpaste will contain fluoride. If you don't want this, use filtered water that does not contain fluoride.
• If you want to make a toothpaste with a new flavor, experiment with different essential oils.This can be of added benefit. For example, eucalyptus oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe irritated gums. Tea tree oil has antibacterial properties and can help reduce gum inflammation.

Warnings

• Using a soft bristled brush is best for oral care. If you use baking soda, do it very carefully, as due to its abrasive properties, soda can affect the destruction of enamel.

What do you need

• Ingredients for the selected recipe
• Mixing bowl
• A spoon
• Storage jar (disinfected)