This recipe uses ingredients I have around for other purposes. I use bentonite clay mixed with a little water as a face mask. Coconut oil has a plethora of uses. By making my own toothpaste, I can eliminate waste and packaging while customizing for taste, texture and health benefits.
2&1/2 tablespoons coconut oil (organic and fair trade)
2 tablespoons baking soda
a pinch of fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon bentonite clay
20 drops essential oil (peppermint, spearmint, cinnamon, clove, tea tree, myrrh, sage...)
In a glass or ceramic bowl, gently heat the coconut oil in a double boiler or water bath until soft and stirable (not liquidy). Add baking soda, salt, clay and essential oil to a small glass jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake to combine well. Makes about 1/3 cup.
Organic ingredients can be found at OB People's Organic Market
Adapted from Live Simply
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