This recipe uses ingredients I have around for other purposes. I use bentonite clay mixed with a little rose 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 and health benefits.
5 tablespoons coconut oil (organic and fair trade)
¼ cup baking soda
2 pinches of fine sea salt
1 teaspoon bentonite clay
30-40 drops essential oil for oral health (cinnamon, peppermint, clove, lemon, tea tree, spearmint, thyme...)
In a glass or ceramic bowl, gently heat (if needed) 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 ½+ cup.
Adapted from Live Simply
Thursday, January 8, 2015
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