Hola Matildas. A new year is a new opportunity to commence your life in a new fresh way. to be able to redo things that we all have been doing wrong or neglecting. One such thing is our oral hygiene.
Numerous articles have been circulating about how to properly take care of your skin and hair. Influencers have been rambling non-stop about skincare routines, fitness, and many other aspects, but one aspect they are missing out on is oral hygiene.
What do Mouthwashes do for you?
If you fail to take care of your mouth then it can lead to several dental problems like bad breath, cavities, plaque, and others. We all have been religiously taught to brush our teeth twice a day in our childhood but flossing and mouthwash are equally essential for better oral health. Mouthwashes not only make your breath minty fresh but also prevents your teeth from cavities.
DIY Mouthwashes at Home
There are several types of mouthwashes available in the market. The one from the dollar store to the one that comes in a gold container. But here in this article let us see how we can make them in our houses using natural products. Here is a list of mouthwashes you can make at home:
Baking Soda
Baking soda is alkaline and can increase the PH level of your saliva. Hence it is an excellent way to get rid of bad breath and bacteria.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 glass of warm water
How to do:
- Add baking soda to half a glass of warm water.
- Mix it well and use it as a mouthwash. Rinse your mouth with this solution after brushing your teeth.
Coconut oil (Oil Pulling)
Oil Pulling is a way in which you detoxify your body by swishing a little amount of coconut oil. It decreases the building up of plaque in the mouth and also works as an organic homemade mouthwash for bad breath.
Ingredient:
1 teaspoon of virgin coconut oil
How to do:
- Put the coconut virgin oil in your mouth and swish it 10-15 times
- Spit the oil and rinse your mouth using lukewarm water.
Salt
There are many types of mouthwash available in the market but they are not all as good as they claim and mouthwashes that contain alcohol can dry out your mouth. Salt is a more safe and effective option. It reduces plaque formation.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon of table salt
- 1/2 glass of lukewarm water
How to do:
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt into lukewarm water
- Mix it well
- Rinse your mouth using the concoction
- Can be done after your meals
Aloe vera
Use distilled water along with aloe gel as distilled water is free of chemicals. And you don’t want any chemicals to enter your mouth. Natural mouthwash that kills bacteria should be your first choice.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of aloe vera juice
- 1/2 cup distilled water
How to do:
- Mix 1/2 cup of aloe vera juice with 1/2 cup of distilled water
- Rinse your mouth using it after brushing every morning
Clove oil and Cinnamon Oil
The combination helps fight cavities and bad breath. It is a homemade mouthwash for periodontal disease.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup distilled water
- 10 drops cinnamon oil
- 10 drops of clove oil.
How to do:
- Combine the above-mentioned ingredients and turn it into a concoction
- This mixture has a long shelf life so you can even store it
Peppermint and Tea Tree Oil
Peppermint and tea tree helps fight bad breath and irritated gums.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup distilled water
- 10 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 6 drops of essential oil
How to do:
- Add 10 drops of peppermint essential oil and 6 drops of essential oil into a cup of distilled water and mix well
- take small sips and swish around for 30 seconds then spit it out
- you can make it fresh every morning or store it well for a week but always shake it well before use.
Why do you make homemade mouthwash?
Homemade mouthwashes are free of chemicals and are easy on your gums. They clean and kills bacteria.
What is a good substitute for mouthwash?
There are many substitiutes to mouthwashes that are availbale in market like- Salt Water, Apple cider vinegar, Clove etc
Is salt water a good mouthwash?
Saltwater rinses are effective at decreasing the dental plaque and oral microbial count and if done regularly it can hep with plaque control.
