
Activated charcoal in toothpaste
It’s everywhere. It’s the current darling of the health and beauty market. Activated Charcoal has enjoyed a rise in popularity over recent years.
Although it seems that Activated Charcoal has only recently hit the mainstream, it’s been used as far back as the ancient Egyptians for a variety of reasons.
At truthpaste, we are delighted to be adding Activated Charcoal to our product range. As you probably know by now, we are all about honesty when it comes to our ingredients and our new ranges are no exception. So, if you were wondering what all the fuss is about Activated Charcoal, here are some nuggets of information for you to enjoy.
What is activated charcoal?
Not to be confused with regular charcoal, which is a carcinogen, so please don’t start eating a lot of burnt toast or barbecue coals, Activated Charcoal is NOT the same thing! Activated Charcoal has been oxidised and comes in the form of a fine black powder. It can be derived from the carbon rich materials such as the charcoal of peat, olive pits, bone char (ew!) or coconut husks. You’ll be pleased to know that our Activated Charcoal is made from organic coconut husks and not bone char.
To make charcoal ‘activated’ you need to heat the above materials to a very high temperature. This effectively strips the charcoal of any previously absorbed molecules, reducing the pore size of each molecule and creating more holes. In short, the process transforms the charcoal into a sort of sponge ready to absorb acids, toxins and bacteria.
Who discovered activated charcoal?
No one knows for certain. Presumably it’s been used as long as there have been people. There is evidence that the Ancient Egyptians used Activated Charcoal for stomach problems around 1500 BC from there onwards. There’s evidence to suggest that it’s been used as part of filter systems, medications and purifiers from as early as 400 BC.
What does activate charcoal do?
You know we said it was like a sort of sponge? Well, put in its most basic terms, that’s what it does. It soaks up toxins, stains and acids. This is why it’s so versatile. You will, no doubt, have come across hospitals or vets using charcoal to treat poisons. You can find it in skincare products and dietary supplements, and of course truthpaste. There are various studies to show the effectiveness of Activated Charcoal for medical use and water purification, although less in the way of studies for health and beauty benefits.
Does activated charcoal work?
As with any natural product, there is debate about the beneficial effects. For the most part, this is anecdotal, although largely because there have been very few studies undertaken and even fewer conclusive studies. Whilst the most recent studies on charcoal based products have been inconclusive, there is much to suggest that it is beneficial to the skin and teeth. The good news is that all research shows that it does not have any adverse effects in any of its current forms.
Introducing Truthpaste Charcoal range
There are many benefits to using charcoal in our Truthpaste products, including a whiter, brighter smile.
Peppermint & Spearmint
A traditional minty bold flavour that packs a punch.

Orange & Fennel
For those like something alternative to traditional mint that is palate cleaning, tasty and sweet.
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from 1538 reviewsTeeth so clean and fresh. Great for gums even helps my ulcers heal quickly

The Mouthwash Cup and Toothpaste Spatula can be re-used for a long time.
This Essential Bundle can come with one of four different flavoured toothpastes. Mouthwash can be with or without fluoride. A good starter kit for beginners and nice to support a small business that specialises in dental hygiene.

I love the freshness of this , stored in a bottle so good for the environment. Love the minty taste and feels like it’s doing a good job . 👍

Have full sized Wintergreen &Mint but fennel is nicer flavour. Does clean teeth well and think teeth are a bit whiter as well. Had to stop for a bit as was getting dizzy spells and wondered if the essential oils. Will try again to see but overall happy so far

Great product, effective dental brushes & more environmentally friendly than plastic.

Great product, highly recommend

Love the toothpaste, great flavour. Much better than conventional toothpaste. My gums are better, teeth feel so clean and fresh.
I have both flavours and alternate.
Great product.

This is my favourite toothpaste. I’ve tried the others and always come back to the Original Fennel.

Brilliant toothpaste, if I could give it more than 5 stars I would, my teeth feel so clean and the feeling lasts all day, lovely taste, and having the glass jar is so much nicer, easier to see when you need to order more. I'm never going back to my old toothpaste.

Excellent stuff i used to get sensitive teeth and gums regularly now I don't and my mouth feels so much better and cleaner no nasty chemicals all natural

Tried fennel, original and charcoal and they are all perfect. Very happy with the quality of toothpaste ✨️🙏✨️

This toothpaste has a lovely taste. It leaves my mouth feeling clean and fresh.

Fresh minty flavour, I really like it. A bit pricy but no nasties.

I had been using another well known probiotic toothpaste for about a year when my daughter mentioned to me she was worried about how much her teeth where bleeding (she was using fluoride toothpaste) so I came across truthpaste and thought I would get a starter pack for us both, well my daughter with two days said the bleeding was getting much less and I too just love the way it leaves my mouth and teeth feeling, have recommended to a few friends already

With it being all natural ingredients it's been very good and cleaning the stains off my teeth, also my sensitive has improved while using this now on my 2nd jar

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