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🌿 Introduction:
A bright, confident smile doesn't always require harsh chemicals or expensive treatments. Nature offers a bounty of safe, effective ingredients that can support healthy, white teeth. This natural recipe harnesses 15 proven elements to help you polish your smile—gently and affordably.
🧂 Ingredients:
Baking soda – 1 tsp (natural whitening and gentle abrasive)
Activated charcoal – ½ tsp (removes surface stains)
Coconut oil – 1 tbsp (for oil pulling and antimicrobial effects)
Turmeric – ¼ tsp (brightens and reduces inflammation)
Bentonite clay – ½ tsp (detoxifying and mildly abrasive)
Aloe vera gel – ½ tsp (soothes gums)
Xylitol – ½ tsp (fights cavity-causing bacteria)
Sea salt – pinch (cleansing and mineral-rich)
Hydrogen peroxide (3%) – ½ tsp (mild bleaching agent; optional)
Peppermint essential oil – 2 drops (freshens breath)
Clove powder – pinch (antibacterial and pain-relieving)
Neem powder – ½ tsp (fights plaque and bacteria)
Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp (antibacterial and refreshing)
Green tea extract – ¼ tsp (antioxidants for gum health)
Strawberry puree – 1 tsp (malic acid for stain removal)
🥣 Preparation:
In a small glass bowl, combine the baking soda, charcoal, clay, turmeric, salt, and powders.
Add the coconut oil and aloe vera gel to create a paste.
Mix in the strawberry puree and green tea extract.
Stir in the hydrogen peroxide if using, then add xylitol.
Finish by adding essential oils (peppermint and/or clove).
Store the mixture in an airtight container away from sunlight.
🪥 Tips for Use and Storage:
Use a soft toothbrush to apply a pea-sized amount of the paste.
Brush gently for 2 minutes, once a day (2–3 times per week if using peroxide).
Rinse thoroughly.
Store in the fridge for freshness if using fresh strawberry.
Use within 7–10 days.
✨ Variants:
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