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DIY Natural “Green” Mouthwash Recipes

June 17, 2011 by Nellie Lee Luhrmann 3 Comments

Mouthwash is a neat little invention. It’s an easy way to feel like your mouth is totally clean and fresh smelling in a matter of seconds…all easily achieved without your toothbrush. So it’s no wonder that mouthwash is so popular. But really ask yourself why would you pour chemicals into your mouth, supporting the production and manufacturing of products that cause pollution, whilst spending money you don’t have to spend when you can make your own mouthwash from items you  may very well  have around the house. Here are a couple of recipes. Enjoy!

Spearmint ( warning contains alcohol – NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN )

Boil 6 ounces of water and 2 ounces of vodka together. Add in 4 teaspoons of liquid glycerin and 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel. Remove from heat and let cool. When cooled, add 10-15 drops of Spearmint oil and shake the entire mixture together well.

Rosemary Mint

Boil 2.5 cups of water. Add in 1 teaspoon of fresh mint leaves, 1 teaspoon of rosemary leaves, and 1 teaspoon of anise seeds. Let this boil for about 20 minutes. Once it is cooled, you’ve got your mouthwash!

Baking Soda Mouthwash

Mix 2 ounces of Water, 1/4 Teaspoon of baking soda or Sea Salt, 1 drop of Pure Peppermint Oil, and 1 drop of Tea Tree oil. This Homemade mouthwash recipe leaves a great refreshing minty taste in your mouth and helps prevent bad breath.

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Comments

  1. Shay says

    June 18, 2011 at 11:47 am

    News flash? Everything has chemicals in it. Please finda more accurate way to describe a compound with natural ingredients. Even pure water has hydrogen and oxygen.

  2. Nellie Lee Luhrmann says

    June 18, 2011 at 5:23 pm

    Thanks for the “News Flash” Shay When I say chemical free most people who follow & read my blog know I mean “chemical free” as in free from carcinogenic harmful chemicals. I have renamed the title “natural” thanks again Nellie 🙂

  3. Tyson F. Gautreaux says

    July 7, 2011 at 12:36 am

    Keep functioning ,fantastic job!

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