How to Make Homemade Mouth Wash
Mouthwash recipes vary, and each recipe benefits your mouth in different ways. The use of vodka in mouthwash will help kill germs and bacteria, while mint leaves will leave your breath smelling fresh. Commercial mouth washes use ingredients such as preservatives and chemicals that are not necessary for keeping your breath clean and killing bacteria. Make your own homemade mouthwash for inexpensive oral hygiene without the harsh chemicals and preservatives that can potentially harm your gums and teeth. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 6 oz. water
- 2 oz. vodka
- 4 tsp. liquid glycerin
- 1 tsp. aloe vera gel
- Saucepan
- 10 to 15 drops spearmint essential oil
- Airtight container
- 2 ½ cups distilled water
- 1 tsp. fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp. rosemary leaves
- 1 tsp. anise seeds
- Colander
Instructions
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Spearmint Mouthwash
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Place 6 oz. of water, 2 oz. of vodka, 4 tsp. of glycerin and 1 tsp. of aloe vera gel in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Bring the ingredients to a boil.
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Remove the saucepan from the stove top.
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Allow the ingredients to cool slightly.
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Place 10 to 15 drops of spearmint essential oil in the saucepan. Stir the spearmint until it mixes well.
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Store the mouthwash in an airtight container. Try storing it in a tall glass container to make it easier to use.
Mint Mouthwash
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Place 2 1/2 cups of water in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Bring the water to a full boil.
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Add 1 tsp. of mint leaves, 1 tsp. of rosemary leaves and 1 tsp. of anise seeds. Reduce the heat to allow the ingredients to simmer and infuse for 20 minutes.
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Remove the saucepan from the stove top. Allow the mouthwash to cool.
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Strain the mouthwash with a colander. Store it in an airtight container until you're ready to use it.
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Tips & Warnings
If you want to make the mouthwash last for longer than a week, try doubling the recipes.
Swallowing mouthwash, especially mouthwash made with vodka, can cause an upset stomach. Monitor children under the age of 12 to make sure they properly use mouthwash.
