DIY Toothpaste for kids

Just ‘cuz their baby teeth fall out doesn’t mean they don’t deserve a good toothpaste! Start ’em young using the good stuff and by the time they have their adult chompers, they’ll know what’s up! Store bought brands are oh-so-tasty, but also oh-so-full of crap. This DIY Toothpaste for kids not only removes toxins, but encourages tooth enamel mineralization. Did I mention that it tastes like yummy orange goodness too?! Prefer an oil-free recipe? Try this one on for size!

What you need

Baking soda

• Is alkaline and anti-fungal
• Neutralizes acids
• Helps to remove plaque and tooth stains

Bentonite clay

• Rich in minerals and helps to remove toxins
• Is a natural polisher
• Reacts with metal, so be sure to use a non-metal utensil when handling

Xylitol

• A natural sweetener that helps to prevent tooth decay
• Enhances mineralization of tooth enamel
• Tastes yum

Coconut oil

• Reduces inflammation and protects from free radicals
• Has anti-bacterial properties and helps to boost gut health

Wild Orange essential oil

• Powerful cleanser and purifying agent
• Supports healthy immune function
• Uplifting aroma, and tasty flavor!

Air-tight container

• I love using glass containers for my DIY products, the one I used was a repurposed pickled ginger container, but I’ve linked something similar for you just in case!
• Making this DIY Toothpaste for kids and other made-at-home products is a great way to lower your plastic usage and be more eco-friendly, since you are not only buying less products packaged in plastic, but also using more non-toxic ingredients. High five, Mother Earth!

How to make

1. Open up your air-tight container and get ready to add:
2. 1 tablespoon each of Baking soda, Bentonite clay and Xylitol
3. And remember: use a non-metal utensil! Bentonite clay reacts with metal and we want to reserve all of its beneficial properties
4. Next, add 2 tablespoons of Coconut oil
5. Finally, add 6 drops of Wild Orange essential oil or your kiddos favorite essential oil. Just make sure they are safe for internal use
6. Now, stir until everything combines to form a paste
7. Add to your air-tight container
8. All done!

Ways to use

• Dip your dry toothbrush into the air-tight container
• A pea-sized amount of toothpaste is all you need for small kiddie teeth
• Brush as normal
• Enjoy

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