Homemade Coconut Oil Toothpaste


- Coconut oil, which naturally contains antibacterial/antimicrobial properties due to its high lauric acid content (1).
- Baking soda, which neutralizes acid-loving bacteria in your mouth, responsible for causing cavities. Baking soda also helps to whiten teeth, remove plaque, and maintains healthy gums.
- Xylitol, a natural sweetener, sweetens the toothpaste, and has cavity-fighting properties of its own! According to this article, "Xylitol not only rids the mouth of sticky harmful bacteria, it actually promotes the growth of tooth-protective, non-acidic bacteria. Xylitol also raises mouth pH and encourages mineral-rich saliva to flow into the mouth. This can protect and remineralize teeth by repairing the deep layers of enamel." You can buy xylitol {here}.
- Essential oils, commonly peppermint, cinnamon or citrus essential oils, all have antibacterial properties of their own.

Is it cheaper to make your own toothpaste?
The answer is definitely, yes! I've done the math, this Homemade Coconut Oil Toothpaste, 5.5oz = $1.81. Compare that to the toothpaste I was previously buying, Spry, 40z = $5. Ounce to ounce you're saving about $0.89. It all adds up! Big, white, smiles to everyone, and good luck with your toothpaste! Follow up and let me know which "flavor" you went with! *I've changed the original recipe slightly to suit my preferences.Homemade Coconut Oil Toothpaste: An Oil-Pulling Alternative
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Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup
Coconut Oil - 2-3 Tbsp Baking Soda
- 1 Tbsp
Xylitol , blended into a fine powder (plus more to taste) - 10 drops of Essential Oils (
peppermint ,cinnamon andorange are the yummiest)
Instructions
- Melt the coconut oil on a low heat. I used a double-boiler method by putting the coconut oil in the glass jar that I use to store my toothpaste, and then placing the jar into a pan of lightly, simmering water.
- Remove from heat once melted, and stir in baking soda.
- In a coffee grinder or blender, blend the xylitol into a fine powder so that it easily dissolves.
- Add the xylitol--Feel free to add more if you'd like it sweeter.
- Add Essential oils.
- Once the mixture has solidified, give it another good stir (the baking soda may be settled on the bottom.)
Notes
To brush, wet your toothbrush, and dip it in the paste, or scoop a small amount on with a spoon if you want to avoid "double-dipping."
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