How to Make Strawberry Baking Soda Toothpaste

Strawberry-flavored toothpaste -- yum!

Baking soda toothpaste is a great way to save money and be kind to the environment at the same time. However, small children may balk at the taste. By adding strawberry flavoring, it becomes palatable for everyone in the family.

Things You'll Need

• Baking soda
• Table salt
• Small bowl
• Liquid vegetable glycerin
• Strawberry flavoring oil
• Low tub or jar
• Labels

Instructions

1. Combine 3 parts baking soda with 1 part table salt in a small bowl. The final result should be about 1/4 cup of the mixture. Sea salt can be used, if desired, but it may give your strawberry baking soda toothpaste an overwhelming salty taste.

2. Add 3 tbsp. of liquid vegetable glycerin to the powder. Add water a tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly, until a thick paste has formed. The end result should be similar in consistency to regular toothpaste.

3. Add 5 to 10 drops of strawberry flavoring oil and mix well. Add more or less depending on how strong you want the flavor. Five drops should give a mild strawberry flavor to your baking soda toothpaste.

4. Transfer your baking soda toothpaste from the bowl to a low tub or jar with lid. Label with contents and date, and store in a cool, dry place for up to 30 days.

5. Brush your teeth with your new baking soda toothpaste by dipping out a small amount from the jar with your toothbrush. You might want to designate all family members their own jar if you don't want to dip your toothbrush in after someone else.

Tips & Warnings

• If your baking soda toothpaste begins to dry out, add a little bit of water or glycerin and mix to recover the paste consistency.

• For a different flavor, add a few drops of vanilla extract to your baking soda toothpaste in addition to the strawberry flavoring oil.

References

• Education.com: Making Baking Soda Toothpaste