Our Homemade Toothpaste Recipe

In between room makeovers and DIY projects, I like to add a little real life here on my blog.  And today I want to share my family’s homemade toothpaste recipe.  I have been making toothpaste for my family for at least five years.  I promise that it is super simple and once you use it, you’ll never go back to store-bought.

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Here are the reasons why I make our own homemade toothpaste:

• It cleans our teeth so much better than any manufactured toothpaste.
• It is more effective than store-bought brands.  The proof: no cavities for my one kiddo since he began using this.  Before then, cavities were the norm for him.
• I know exactly what ingredients are in our toothpaste.  Nothing extra, just the good stuff to clean our teeth.

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Ingredients for Homemade Toothpaste:

4 T. Castile Soap

1 1/4 c.  Coconut Oil

4 T. Olive Oil

1 c. Baking Soda

Orange Essential Oil

Mint Essential Oil

{If you click on any of the above ingredients, it will take you to a link of a product that I recommend.  You will notice that I have not linked any essential oils.  I am not partial to any particular brand and don’t want to get involved in that “discussion.”  The amount of drops you add will depend upon the brand.  You will have to try a few combinations to determine what works best for you.  My biggest advice is to start with a few drops at a time.  You can always add more, but you cannot remove any that have been added.}

Directions to make homemade toothpaste:

Gather your liquid ingredients together in a bowl and stir.

{Coconut oil can be in a liquid or solid form, depending upon the temperature in your home.  You may need to bring the coconut oil to it’s liquid form via stove top or microwave.}

Pour the baking soda into the soap/oil mixture and stir.

Add your essential oil drops and stir again.

You will notice that it is a very runny consistency at this point and that is okay.  I leave mine out on our kitchen counter for a few hours to solidify.

Once it has set, you will notice more of a creamy consistency.

This recipe will make about 2 1/2 cups of toothpaste.  Each member of our family has their own toothpaste container and we refill as necessary.  I make a batch at a time and store any leftovers in our pantry and take it out when someone needs more.  {Always thoroughly wash the containers in between refills to remove any germs.}

To use the toothpaste, simply dip your toothbrush into your jar and take out the desired amount.

I like to use these glass jars for adults and plastic containers for kids.

{Now for my disclaimer: I am not a medical professional or a dentist.  Consult your health care physician before making any changes to your dental care.}

I also need to be upfront and tell you that you may not like this toothpaste at first.  And that’s okay.  I promise that it will grow on you.  Give it a few weeks and see if you notice a change in how clean your teeth feel.  As I mentioned earlier, we have avoided cavities by using this toothpaste.  It has also really helped with other dental issues.  And guys, can I say something no one likes to acknowledge?  Teeth fuzz.  Ugh.  Yes, I went there.  But…by using this homemade toothpaste, that is never an issue anymore!

Now, if that doesn’t convince you to try it {or to never read my blog again…yikes!} then I don’t know what will.

Let me know if you make this homemade toothpaste!  I love to hear from you!

xo,

Leigh