Rediscover Toothpaste

Toothpaste contributes to our oral hygiene. In addition to giving us fresh breath, it helps us display a radiant smile. We use it every day, but do you know where it comes from?

What is the history of toothpaste?

According to Wikipedia. The first toothpaste was created during antiquity. During this period, it was made from salt, pepper, and flowers that were previously dried and ground. During this same period, the Egyptians used a mixture of clay and clay as toothpaste. The toothbrush, which was not made of plastic, was replaced by siwak. The Romans and Greeks, for their part, created a more abrasive toothpaste recipe. They added pumice powder, marble dust, and sometimes even crushed oyster shells and ground bone powder. During the Middle Ages, toothpaste remained an abrasive powder, although it was applied with a cloth. It was not until the 19th century that a real change was seen. The first paste toothpastes appeared. Colgate was founded in 1873. Paste toothpastes gained popularity after the First World War. This type of toothpaste is the one we're all familiar with, but it's also the cause of some environmental problems.

Toothpaste is sometimes a source of pollution

Toothpastes, due to their composition, can have a harmful effect on the environment. First, the fluoride present in many toothpastes is a source of water contamination. Along with preservatives, they are likely to interact with microbes present in sewers. The tube is a container that is not biodegradable. It is far too often thrown away without prior sorting and therefore not recycled. The major danger of toothpastes is the microplastic particles found inside. Often in the form of microbeads, the plastic ends up discarded in the marine environment. Nearly 2.4 mg of microplastic is used per person per day.

Adopt solid toothpaste

Solid toothpaste is an economical and eco-friendly alternative. It limits the use of pollutants. It contains sodium cocoylsethionate (SCI), a coconut oil-based surfactant that makes the toothpaste foam. Stearic acid is a fatty acid that thickens. Calcium carbonate is present as a brightening agent. Vegetable charcoal is there to detoxify, purify, and cleanse. Eucalyptus or spearmint essential oil are a plus that gives the toothpaste a refreshing touch. Coconut vegetable oil and xylitol made from birch bark are there to reduce acidity. It's a completely eco-friendly composition that contributes to the zero-waste approach. Indeed, solid toothpaste doesn't require packaging.

What is Siwak?

Siwak is a natural alternative for brushing teeth. It's a stick that grows in Asia and the Middle East. It's an antibacterial that contains several natural substances such as vitamin C, antiseptics, mineral salts, and calcium. Siwak has the property of strengthening enamel and gums and fighting dental plaque. To use it, simply rub it on your teeth. It can be used without toothpaste, which is why it's an asset for anyone who wants to adopt a zero-waste approach. Siwak is even recommended by the World Health Organization.

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