DIY All-Natural Homemade Toothpaste

This is one of the easiest ways to eliminate harmful and toxic substances from our homes and hygiene  products. In light of the latest information about the safety of fluoride, I couldn't wait to get on board with a homemade alternative. Add in the additional health benefits of coconut oil, and you have a fabulous replacement for unhealthy fluoride toothpastes! Coconut oil has been shown to offer cavity-healing properties, so I've left out the traditionally- added glycerine. While glycerine helps the toothpaste cling to your brush and teeth, it unfortunately keeps the coconut oil from bonding to your teeth. You may add 1 T though if you really like the sensation that glycerine provides. Again, one of the  best parts of DIY is the customization!

The ingredients:

-6 T coconut oil
-6 T baking soda
-Stevia to taste (optional)
-25 drops essential oil (peppermint, grapefruit, orange, eucalyptus, etc.)

1.) Heat coconut oil for 10 seconds in microwave-safe bowl to soften. 

2.) Add all other ingredients and mix well until combined. (Smashing and folding/cutting the oil seems to work best until it starts to mix.) 

3.) Spoon into a container with a lid. 

That's it! Super-easy, healthy, and economical toothpaste from just 3-4 ingredients!

I picked up this adorable little vintage jar at the antique store today. Isn't it sweet? I love it and it was perfect for storing our homemade toothpaste. 

Remember, traditional store-bought toothpastes are very sweet, so unless you add a lot of Stevia, your taste buds will need to readjust to this. If you've used a commercial baking soda toothpaste before, you already know it has a salty flavor. The Stevia is optional but it helps balance the salt taste. Some people don't use it at all!

Thanks for stopping by! 

Blessings & happy crunching!

Kimberly