Organic Aloe Vera
All of our waterless formulas contain Organic Aloe Vera to help soothe gums.
Aloe Vera is rich in minerals and vitamins including Vitamin A, C, and E which promote healthy cell growth.
Studies show that the anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera is beneficial in the treatment of gingivitis and periodontitis (gum disease)
Organic Neem Seed Oil
Found in our original range, Neem is an evergreen tree native to India and has been used for centuries in Auyerveda.
Neem possesses antibacterial properties which have been found to be particularly effective against the bacteria S. Mutans that are responsible for plaque and decay.
Neem also is effective against the bacteria that is responsible for gingivitis and periodontitis (gum disease)
Myrrh Oil
Found in our Original range, Myrrh resin is extracted from trees of the genus Commiphora native to the Middle East. It has been used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine.
A clinical trial in 2003 found a toothpaste containing Myrrh to be effective against gingival bleediing (bleeding gums).
There is growing evidence that Myrrh's anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects toto be effective in oral and dental tissues.
Organic Calendula
Calendula Officinalis or 'Pot Marigold' is found in our Kids and Charcoal ranges.
Researchers have found it to help reduce dental plaque and ginival (gum) inflammation.
Organic Wintergreen Oil
Wintergreen, or Gualtheria Procumbens, is an evergreen shrub with red berries. It has a mild menthol / medicinal flavour
It's active ingredient Methyl Salicylate is closely related to asprin, giving Wintergreen the name 'Nature's Apsrin'.
With analgesic (pain relief) and anti-inflammatory properties, products containing Wintergreen are often used as a topical pain reliever.