Bentonite Clay Toothpaste with Xylitol
Equipment
- 1 glass, plastic or ceramic bowl
- 1 plastic or ceramic measuring spoons
- 1 fork or silicone spatula for mixing
- 1 glass jar and small spoon for application
Materials
- 4 tbsp food grade bentonite clay
- 2 tbsp powdered xylitol
- 2 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil
- 8 tbsp distilled water
- 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cacao powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder (optional)
Instructions
- Add all of the optional ingredients together and combine,
- Add bentonite clay, xylitol and optional ingredients in a large bowl. Mix and combine with a fork.
- Add the coconut oil and combine. Add the distilled water and thoroughly combine until no lumps remain.
- Pour into your jar.
Notes
- The toothpaste will thicken over time. If it does dry out, add more distilled water until it is the right consistency.
- Spit the toothpaste into the trash to avoid clogging sink pipes due to the coconut oil.
- Store at room temperature for a week and remaining paste in the fridge for up to one month.