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Paraben Free
Parabens are synthetic chemical preservatives, commonly used in beauty products like shampoo, lotion, and deodorants. Parabens can accumulate in your body, and have been linked to hormonal disruption and reproductive problems. In studies of breast cancer patients, parabens have been found in the tissue of cancerous tumors–yikes! If you want to avoid Parabens in your beauty products, keep an eye out for methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben, and ethylparaben in the ingredients list.
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are synthetic chemical ingredients commonly used in beauty products and household cleaners, like shampoos and dish soaps. You can usually identify sulfates in an ingredients list by looking out for the most common types: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLC) and Sodium Laureth Sulfates (SLES). These chemicals, often derived from petroleum, are used to help form the “lather” we’re used to seeing in our beauty and cleaning products. When used in the shower or sink, these chemicals can flow through the pipes and into our waterways. Synthetic sulfates have been linked to allergic reactions, eye and skin irritation, and hair loss, and some studies suggest they contain carcinogenic ingredients.
Vegan
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Charitable
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Sustainable Manufacturing
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Recycled Packaging
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Made in the USA
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Want pearly white teeth, but without the plastic associated with classic toothpaste? Say hello to a new way to brush with Bestowed Essentials' Natural Charcoal and Mint Tooth Powder. This fluoride-free, triclosan-free, and BPA-free powder provides natural whitening, with added bentonite clay to remove toxins from the teeth and gums. This tooth powder comes in a 50% post-consumer recycled glass container with a 100% recycled cork top. Plus, for every order, Bestowed Essentials collects & recyRead Morecles 1 lb of beach trash through their partnership with Ocean Blue Project!
helenarmeyer (verified owner) –
It worked fine and was easy to use. Many of the reviews complained about the taste – but everyone is different so I decided to get it anyway. Yeah, it doesn’t taste great. I’ll finish off what I have (I wanna use the jar for something else lol) but I won’t be purchasing again. Other people say they like it so it must be mainly a personal thing. To each his own, though. I, personally, don’t like it.
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Jess (verified owner) –
I really enjoy this product, and LOVE that it’s plastic free in this super neat corked glass container. It blends really well with coconut oil (which I mix in a separate jar) to give it a more traditional toothpaste feel. Also, unlike most natural toothpastes I’ve tried, it’s not way too salty! In fact, it tastes just as much like peppermint as my store bought, plastic tube of toothpaste did, and I’M SO GLAD, because I was tired of feeling like I’d gotten my sodium dose for the day just from brushing my teeth first thing. I plan to convert to this 100% once I’ve used up my previous supply.
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Jill (verified owner) –
I really love this toothpaste! I wish it could replace my old toothpaste but it’s a bit harsh on my teeth so I can only use it a few days a week.
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EarthHero –
Hey Jill! Love that you are loving this tooth powder! Charcoal is awesome for lifting stains from teeth, but in powder form, it can be a bit abrasive if used too often. This one is best used as a weekly whitening treatment. You might like this charcoal toothpaste option for daily use, though!
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tmgentz –
How many brushes on average will you get from the 2.5oz container?
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Admin EarthHero –
The 2.5oz jar should last about 150 brushes (wow!). This powder is intended to be more of a whitening treatment than an everyday toothpaste replacement, so to avoid impacting tooth enamel, try to use it only 3-4 times a week. 😀
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kyle.bata (verified owner) –
This is an experience; I have never had toothpaste like this. At first, the charcoal is dry, but once you start brushing it isn’t so bad. The mint is extremely strong in this product. I do like how it makes my teeth black. It probably isn’t doing that much whitening, but it does look cool going from gross black teeth, spitting out the toothpaste, and then going back to normal colored teeth. It is definitely worth a try if you haven’t had anything like this.
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