Hi Karen,

https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/safe-product-guides/toothpaste/

Can you please post a link to the guide? I can’t find it. Thanks!

I noticed that you said you were not a fan of potassium sorbate for indigestible products, but I believe that Jack n Jill has this. Yet you mentioned you use it for your kids :). Is this considered safe?

Thanks!

Jennith, I noticed the same thing and wondered that myself so I did a little research of my own. After spending hours searching through peer-reviewed articles (because that is the college student coming out in me) I found some interesting, yet reassuring, research and I thought I would share them with you and everyone else.
Good news, EARTHPASTE is everything this site has claimed it to be and it really is THE BEST STUFF. Here is a little background on the warning label you found… (I am coping and pasting mostly because it is late and I really do not feel up to paraphrasing right now)

“In spirit, prop 65 is a great idea: In 1986, California lawmakers decided the public needs to know if their water supply contains toxic chemicals. So they compiled a list of 800+ substances and required any business using the substances to proclaim the use publicly. As a result, there are warnings all over the place — at banks, theme parks, grocery stores — which tends to confuse us as much as protect us.”

“Earthpaste’s most important ingredient is Redmond Clay, a food-grade bentonite clay that is naturally an amazing polishing agent for our teeth. Redmond Clay is ancient volcanic ash embedded in the earth’s crust, and like everything that comes from the earth, you’ll find the tiniest bit of naturally-occurring lead, which is on the prop 65 list.

Redmond Clay probably falls under the proposition’s exempted product definition — it is naturally occurring, in much smaller amounts than indicated by government agencies as dangerous, but the legislation is just ambiguous enough for us to worry about potential litigation. We’re pretty cautious around here, and not terribly interested in defending civil action by prop 65 watchdogs hoping for a settlement or share of daily fines. So we changed some packaging and added the warning.

We know the language on proposition 65 warnings is pretty heavy, but we wouldn’t sell any product if we weren’t completely satisfied by its safety. Like so many other companies, we’ve decided it’s simpler to change our packaging than worry about possible complications down the line. Fortunately, like so many other customers, you probably see so many prop 65 warning labels that you already understand our reasons. If you didn’t, we hope you do now!”

You can check out the sources yourself if you would like:
https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/general-info/proposition-65-plain-language

https://www.earthpaste.com/prop65/regulation/

I hope this was helpful 🙂

https://davids-usa.com/products/davids-premium-natural-toothpaste-5-25-oz?variant=767211221

What about the Hello toothpaste? They have one with or without fluoride. Are these safe?

http://www.PurebyKristen.com

Thanks!

PerioPaste™ Organic Toothpaste 4oz Tube https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003NNBDAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0ruHCbG7F0SHT

Hi, Vanessa. Yes… I’m having trouble finding it as well! Looks like KMF was bought out a few months ago. Most stores have sold out of their products and are unable to stock more. Hoping Maya will leave a recommendation for another toothpaste with fluoride!

Love your blog and guides. Just a note on Jack n Jill natural toothpaste.
EWG states that it now has POTASSIUM SORBATE (3) in its latest formulation.
The overall rating is now a 2 on EWG.

https://www.akamaibasics.com/products/mineral-toothpaste

Any experience with them?

I was using Jack n Jill, but my son ate it like crazy and it was so expensive anyway that I had to switch.

We haven’t researched Uncle Harry’s toothpaste but I just looked at it and at first glance it looks like Good Stuff!

Hi Howard, The Earthpaste spearmint does not have Xylitol because it is unsweetened. Hope you buy from us!!!

I’m fine with potassium sorbate as a (food-grade) preservative.

Hi! No, the amount a toddler might smaller is definitely not a large quantity. (You should only be using a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, no matter the brand, for a child that age.)

I’m curious about this one too!

Sorry I should have added that this is green beaver toothpaste from r others who may be interested – but only their frosty mint flavour as I thought some of the others had more questionable ingredients.
Thanks!

Calcium carbonate, sorbitol, aqua, glycerin, sodium bicarbonate, silica, xylitol, mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, citrus medica limonum (lemon) extract, calcium ascorbate, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil, menthol, sclerotium gum, coco glucoside, xanthan gum

Oh found your comments about earth paste with lead. Still concerning to me so I guess I am back to looking for a more comfortable option.

Thank you!

I’m interested in Nelson Naturals toothpastes. Ingredients:

Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Colloidal Silver, Sea Salt, Xylitol, Castile Soap, Trace Mineral Concentrate, Essential Oil (Flavourings). A little iffy about the Colloidal Silver and exactly what the trace minerals are.

What do you think! The cost is 1/2 of Jack n Jills so thought if this one seems as good as Jack n Jills, I should go with this one 🙂

CA Prop 65 warning label (LEAD traces) does more to scare people than it does to inform people. This toothpaste has bentonite clay in it, which calls for the Prop 65 warning. long story short: carrots, potatoes, and turnips (root vegetables) are just as likely to contain higher amounts of lead than this product, along with many other products that carry the Prop 65 warning label.

I saw on the earthpaste packaging, it said California Resident Proposition 65 warning. What is it about and should we be worrying about it? It said “This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product may not be appropriate for consumption by children or pregnant women.

Looking at trying to find something with fluoride to supplement a good toothpaste and came across the Natural Dentist Flouride Rinse. Is this a good addition for someone looking for Flouride but none of the other bad stuff?

Purified water, vegetable glycerin, aloe Vera gel, sodium phosphate monobasic, xylitol, natural flavors, polysofbate 80, citric acid, grapefruit seed extract, menthol.

I was thrilled, and so enjoy not having any tastes in my mouth after I brush – which I can now do at my desk, in my car, wherever I am, as I just rinse and swallow pure filtered water after! I also get rave reports at my checkups – no issues, and I don’t even floss – though I do use tiny brushes or tiny toothpicks to clean between my teeth, every day or so. Glad you mentioned, near the end, that toothpaste is not essential – it is the brushing that is important!

Hubby is not so happy with no toothpaste, so I found this one to substitute for the toxic one he used to use: https://www.vitacost.com/coral-llc-coral-white-toothpaste-mint
I was particularly concerned with avoiding glycerin, as you mentioned. He’s pretty happy with it. And it leaves his breath less toxic than when he used Listerine or Colgate eek!

I read this article about toothpaste. It said that Earthpaste has lead in it.

Bentonite clay, calcium carbonate, Purified, deionized, microfiltered water and ten parts per million of silver mineral (99.000% pure), sea salt, ionic minerals, mustard seed, essential oils of peppermint, eucalyptus, clove, wintergreen, and oregano.

My brother uses this one: https://www.hello-products.com/product/kids-fluoride-free-toothpaste-natural-watermelon/ (natural watermelon fluoride free toothpaste).

I’d love to know the answer to this, as well.

http://tamararubin.com/2017/02/earthpaste/#navigation

I believe HELLO has two SLS free toothpastes; the kids watermelon and the adult sensitivity. I would also like to know you’re opinion on this toothpaste brand, as I’m in transition to cruelty free toothpaste and of course not filled with bad stuff. My family is so stuck on there old usual drug store brands, and I’ve heard good “tasting” reviews, as that has been a huge problem in trying to get my family to switch. I hope to hear from you!

Sniglar is a great option! you can get it completely unfinished:)

We actually have a tube of this now because my son loves it, but I’m not a huge fan–it’s got SLS, for one.

Thank you!!!!

Hi, Have you looked over the Green Beaver toothpaste ingredients?

is honest kids ok ?

Never mind I just found it in the sneaky stuff =) thanks again

Calcium Carbonate, Aqua/Water/Eau, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Hydrated Silica, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) leaf Oil, Menthol, Xylitol, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Extract, Xanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Calcium Ascorbate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil.

There is clay in earthpaste, and poofy organics toothpaste. I’ve been doing some of my own research and see that poofy organics uses a different brand of clay,living clay, and earthpaste uses Redmond clay. I noticed you said you’re comfortable with the clay used in earthpaste,redmond clay. Are you comfortable with the brand of clay used in poofy organics toothpaste, living clay? I know it’s okay stuff based on the glycerin, but I just wanted to know if Living Clay met your standards for clay!

Thank you for your time!


Hi! Dr. Brite is Good Stuff (although insanely expensive on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jPivGM).

Hi there-I don’t know where else to purchase Toothsoap. If you want a toothpaste without any sugar, you can try the spearmint flavor of EarthPaste.

I know the name but haven’t researched deeply enough to give you my opinion. Will add to our list for a future investigation!

Meh, not so great. Cocamidopropyl betaine and a bunch of other synthetics.

Sadly, I don’t know of a brand that has no other Bad Stuff but contains fluoride. Tom’s has SLS and carrageenan, but otherwise not horrible so I would go with one of those (we’ve used this: http://amzn.to/2bWzW3V).

I am curious about this as well. I am looking for the safest toothpaste that contains fluoride.

I would recommend any of the fluoride-fee options in this guide. My top pick and what we use is: https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/redmond-earthpaste-natural-toothpaste/

I don’t love this one(mostly because of Cocamidopropyl betaine)

We actually haven’t looked into that yet, but I will do some investigating!

I haven’t seen and can’t find a list of ingredients for this, so I am sorry that I can’t weigh in.

Oh my goodness, so sorry to hear this! Because your symptoms are so severe, I would have a physician look over any toothpaste before using. I would also probably try going toothpaste-free for a while and see if your suspicions are correct and that clears up the problem.

I don’t know that brand, but will add to our list to investigate!

Thanks so much!

Ok great! Thank you! 🙂

Looks fine to me, although EWG expresses concern over clove bud oil (you can look it up).

I think so, yes. It does contain glycerin, which some people don’t like. But I still use it if I run out of Earth Paste:).

Water, Calcium carbonate, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) oil, Sodium bicarbonate, Glycerin*, Xylitol, Xanthum gum, Citrus paradise (Grapefruit) peel oil, Stevia rebaudiana leaf extract, Citrus reticulate (Tangerine) oil, Mentha spicata (Spearmint) leaf oil, Citrus limon (Lemon) peel oil, Lecithin*, Ocotea quixos (Ocotea) leaf oil, Eugenia caryophyllus (Clove) bud oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Cinnamon) bark oil, Eucalyptus radiate leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf oil.

Any of the brands listed above are safe for adults.

It’s okay but it does contain glycerin.

You should ask your dentist or pediatrician about how much coconut oil is safe, but I will tell you to definitely opt for unrefined coconut oil, as the refined variety is deodorized and bleached. And while there is a distinction between virgin and extra virgin olive oil, when it comes to coconut oil, these terms mean the same thing. Of course, I would recommend option for an organic coconut oil.

We did address the lead issue. (Bottom of the page here: https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/redmond-earthpaste-natural-toothpaste/
). This is what we said: *A note about lead: When we first were looking into clay toothpastes, we were really worried about the possibility of trace amounts of lead, especially since our kids are brushing with this. After lots of research and digging into the independent testing of the clay used in Earthpaste, we are convinced that it’s safe, mostly because the amount of lead in clay is much less than the naturally occurring amounts found in food like spinach or sweet potatoes, but also because the lead in clay doesn’t seem to bio-available (meaning your body won’t absorb it even when present). Even better, there is compelling evidence that bentonite clay might actually RID the body of lead. You should always do your own research, but this is where ours has led us, and we feel fine with our kids using–and likely swallowing!–Earthpaste twice a day.

I would go for the one with fewer ingredients, especially if you’re just looking to supplement vitamin D.

Yes please! Let us know what you find out. I curious about Green Beaver as well.

Thanks so much. It’s a Canadian company. They have other products too like deodorant and shampoo. The ingredients are on their website. I’d love to know what you think of their products in general

I don’t know the grand Green Beaver, but I will look into it. You can use coconut oil as long as it’s working for you! You should ask your dentist about only using coconut oil, but I definitely know people who skip toothpaste!

P.S. is it necessary for adults to use toothpaste? Can we just use coconut oil too?

Unfortunately, I don’t know of a brand that has no other Bad Stuff but that does contain fluoride. Tom’s has SLS and carrageenan, but otherwise not horrible so I would go with one of those (we’ve used this: http://amzn.to/2bWzW3V).

I’m not seeing anywhere on their website where they list the ingredients, so I can’t weigh in!

Thanks!

Don’t know that brand, but will look into it:)

I would personally feel comfortable using Earthpaste (small amount, obviously), but you should ask your pediatrician!