12 Super Easy And Natural DIY Homemade Toothpastes

You come in contact with your toothpaste at least twice in a day. That is if you have the habit of brushing your teeth before going to bed. While most toothpastes use strong chemicals to help clean your teeth, some toothpastes claim to use natural ingredients.

But, if you read the ingredients carefully, you’ll see that even these “natural” toothpastes use some chemicals that are harmful to oral health. One of the most important reasons to make your own toothpaste at home is probably to avoid the harmful ingredients that are found in commercial toothpaste.

Before we get to the DIY recipes, here are the ingredients that are used for various purposes.

Ingredients For Whitening And Remineralizing Teeth

Since commercially popular toothpastes contain many potentially harmful ingredients, using natural alternatives that serve the same purpose without causing the toxicity and side-effects are the best method.

Whitening

• Dichotomous earth is essentially powdered fossils of ancient marine creatures. Though it is not very hard, the small, sharp particles make it an effective abrasive. As it contains trace minerals, it also helps the remineralization process.
• Turmeric has fantastic whitening properties and helps fight gingivitis. Despite being only mildly abrasive, turmeric whitens the teeth. It may also contribute to remineralization. But, when it comes to its taste, it may be quite hard to adjust to it.
• Activated charcoal has been in the news recently for its many uses, including teeth whitening. As it is highly abrasive, it may even inhibit remineralization.

Remineralizing

• Calcium and magnesium powder are especially effective in your toothpaste as these are the two primary nutrients that remineralization requires.
• Chocolate contains antibacterial agents that help fight plaque. It’s also used as an abrasive and can remineralize teeth better than fluoride. Select the unrefined beans (cacao nibs) for toothpaste.
• Liquid trace minerals are very easy to add to your toothpaste and help in remineralizing your teeth. Liquid trace minerals contain all remineralization essentials and they are easily absorbed by the body.
• Bentonite clay is a natural, gentle polish that is rich in minerals. It is also alkaline, which helps balance acidity. More importantly, it helps remove heavy metals and toxins from your mouth. White kaolin clay is considered to be even better. Avoid healing clays in toothpaste if you have metal fillings as it can lead to mercury leaching.

Base

• Water is essential to help mix ingredients and improve texture. Though most DIY toothpastes don’t mention it, it is always there as an option.
• Coconut oil fights the fungal infection candida in your mouth. It also helps reduce the cavity causing bacteria and boosts the microbiome in your gut. It is the most popular base and must be kept at 76° to stay in a liquid state.
• Sea salt is rarely used in commercial toothpaste. Its alkaline properties make it an ideal ingredient to add. High mineral salts like Himalayan pink salt may also help remineralize teeth.
• Baking soda is another common ingredient found in DIY toothpastes and is also a mild abrasive. Its alkalinity helps balance pH level in the mouth. Some people brush with just baking soda and water.
• Guar gum is a powder that helps to thicken toothpaste. It also helps the ingredients to blend together and keeps them stabilized. It can be used as a texture enhancer and must not be swallowed as it’s not digested well.

Flavor

• Spices such as cinnamon, mint, and cloves have a distinct flavor. Consider using dried and powdered versions. But, too much of these spices may harm the beneficial oral bacteria. They also serve as abrasives or even remineralizing agents.
• Xylitol, a sugar alcohol, attracts oral bacteria. But, the bacteria cannot metabolize sugar alcohols and they perish after consumption. Xylitol and other sugar alcohols also support mineralization.
• Stevia only functions as a sweetener and you should be careful as some can have added glycerin. Read the ingredients if you plan to use it. Plain as well as flavored versions are available.
• Essential oils perform several different roles in homemade toothpaste, depending on the one you use. But, excess quantities can harm the mouth’s microbiome.

Simple DIY Homemade Toothpastes

1. Coconut Oil Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda
• 2 small packets of stevia powder
• 15-20 drops of peppermint or cinnamon essential oil
• 10 drops myrrh extract (optional)

Directions

1. Melt or slightly soften the coconut oil.
2. Mix in other ingredients and stir well (while using completely melted coconut oil, stir frequently while the mixture cools to keep the baking soda incorporated).
3. Place the mixture in a container and allow it to cool completely.

2. Remineralizing Toothpaste

Consuming a specific nutrient-rich diet and reducing mineral binders like phytic acid in the foods is vital for remineralizing the teeth. Adding other lifestyle factors that boost nutrient levels is also important. Other factors like consuming sufficient minerals and fat-soluble vitamins are important as they support the body as a whole and create more mineral-rich saliva.

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoon calcium powder
• 1 tablespoon diatomaceous earth (optional – this can be abrasive and is not needed with the baking soda)
• 2 tablespoon baking soda
• 3 tablespoon xylitol powder (optional – this ingredient keeps the paste from tasting bitter)
• 3-5 tablespoon coconut oil for the desired texture
• Essential oils of mint or cinnamon or orange (optional)

Directions

1. Mix all powdered ingredients (calcium, baking soda, and xylitol) well in a bowl.
2. Add coconut oil one part at a time until you get desired consistency.
3. Add the optional ingredients, including essential oils for flavor.
4. Store in a small container and use.

3. Sea Salt And Peppermint Toothpaste

This toothpaste is effective in reducing plaque and tastes great too. Each batch yields the equivalent of one 5.3oz tube of toothpaste.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup baking soda
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1–2 teaspoon peppermint extract or 10-15 drops peppermint essential oil
• Water as required to achieve the desired consistency

Directions

1. Mix together baking soda, sea salt, and peppermint.
2. Add a little water and stir well after each addition until the paste reaches the desired consistency.
3. Store it in a container and use.

Simple DIY Homemade Toothpastes: Using Baking Soda

All of these recipes use baking soda as the main abrasive.

1. Baking Soda And Water

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 drop of any essential oil
• A few drops of water

Directions

1. Add a teaspoon of baking soda in a bowl.
2. Add a few drops of filtered water and using a spatula or a spoon, stir well.
3. Add a drop of any essential oil and continue to stir until it becomes a paste.

2. Baking Soda, Salt, And Water

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon Himalayan pink salt
• 3 drops of essential oil
• A few drops of water

Directions

1. Add a tablespoon of baking soda and a tablespoon of Himalayan pink salt in a bowl.
2. Add a few drops of water to the bowl.
3. Using a spatula or a spoon, stir the mixture well.
4. Now, add three drops of any essential oil and continue to stir till it becomes a thick paste.

3. Baking Soda And Coconut Oil

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoon coconut oil
• 10 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Take a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of baking soda and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
2. Stir this mixture till it becomes a fine paste.
3. Now, add the essential oil and stir until the essential oil blends completely with the mixture.

Simple DIY Homemade Toothpastes: For Whitening

These toothpastes help remove stains and whiten the teeth. As some of these can be rather abrasive and potentially breaking down enamel, limit their use to a couple times a week.

1. Turmeric Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 4 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon xylitol
• 1 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon assorted spices (cloves, cinnamon, ginger)
• 15 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Mix the bentonite clay and the Himalayan pink salt along with coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Add turmeric powder and xylitol to the mixture and stir well.
3. Now, add the assorted spices followed by the essential oil and continue to stir till it becomes a fine paste.
4. Store in a container and use twice a week.

2. Diatomaceous Earth Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 4 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon diatomaceous earth
• 1 tablespoon xylitol
• 15 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Mix the bentonite clay and the diatomaceous earth along with coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Add xylitol to the mixture and stir well.
3. Finally, add the essential oil and continue to stir.
4. Store the paste in a container and use twice a week.

3. Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 4 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon activated charcoal
• 1 tablespoon liquid stevia
• 15 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Add the bentonite clay and coconut oil in a bowl and stir well.
2. Add activated charcoal to the mixture and continue to stir.
3. Now, add the liquid stevia followed by the essential oil and stir till it becomes a paste.
4. Store in a container and use as needed.

Simple DIY Homemade Toothpastes: For Remineralizing

These recipes provide your teeth with the important minerals that help prevent tooth decay. A healthy balanced diet greatly improves their effects.

1. Chocolate Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 4 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon organic cacao powder
• 1 tablespoon xylitol powder
• 3 drops each of clove, vanilla, and cinnamon essential oils

Directions

1. Mix the bentonite clay with coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Add the cacao powder and xylitol powder to the mix and stir well.
3. Finally, add the essential oils and mix them well to make a thick paste.

2. Mineral Powder Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 5 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon guar gum
• 1 tablespoon powdered calcium
• 1 tablespoon xylitol powder
• 20 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Mix the bentonite clay with coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Add the guar gum, powdered calcium, and xylitol powder to the mix and stir well.
3. Finally, add the essential oils and mix them well to make a thick paste.

3. Liquid Minerals Toothpaste

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 4 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 tablespoons xylitol powder
• 30 drops liquid trace minerals
• 15 drops of essential oil

Directions

1. Add the bentonite clay with coconut oil in a container and stir.
2. Then, add the xylitol powder and liquid trace minerals and stir well.
3. Now, add the essential oils and mix them well to make a fine paste.

Ingredients To Avoid In Homemade Toothpastes

Many popular toothpaste companies use harmful chemicals and other additives in their toothpaste recipes. These chemicals may damage the enamel and cause other oral problems. Some of these ingredients include,

• Propylene Glycol – It may cause skin, eye, and lung irritation and may lead to toxicity issues in organs.
• Glycerin – A non-toxic soap that can negatively impact the microbiome in your mouth and impede the natural remineralization process.
• Saccharin – This artificial sweetener is linked to many health issues like obesity, cancer, diabetes, and even brain cell death.
• Triclosan – This is a known pesticide and hormone disrupter that may cause antibiotic resistance and endocrine disruption. It may lead to health problems like breast, ovarian, prostate, and testicular cancer.
• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) – An additive that can lead to canker sores, SLS can interfere with your taste buds by breaking up the phospholipids on your tongue.
• Hydrogen Peroxide – This popular ingredient is used in teeth whitening products including toothpaste. It may negatively impact the gums and other oral tissue.
• Fluoride – Though it can help remineralize teeth, it has been linked to several health risks. Other safer ingredients are equally effective making it unnecessary.