If you’re curious about the ingredients in your mouthwash or seeking cost-effective alternatives, try these three simple DIY antibacterial mouthwash recipes:
- Basic Mouthwash Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops tea tree essential oil
- ½ cup filtered or distilled water
- Container or small jar
Directions:
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Before each use, shake the mouthwash well as baking soda may settle at the bottom.
- Gargle about 2-3 teaspoons of this homemade mouthwash for a minute or two. Avoid swallowing while gargling.
Note: You can adjust the recipe for a larger batch, but making large quantities is not recommended as the oils may blend over time.
- Herbal Mouthwash Ingredients:
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 ounce rosemary
- 1 ounce Oregon grape root
- ½ ounce whole cloves
Directions:
- Steep rosemary, Oregon grape root, and cloves in 2 cups of boiling water overnight in a glass mason jar.
- Strain the infusion in the morning using cheesecloth.
- Disinfectant Mouthwash Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
Directions:
- Mix apple cider vinegar and water in a glass jar.
- Shake well before use.
- Gargle the mixture in your mouth, then spit it out.
These DIY mouthwash recipes provide effective antibacterial properties and are simple to prepare. Plus, they use natural ingredients that you can trust.
