How to Make Mouthwash With Baking Soda

Baking soda is a natural disinfectant that is commonly used in homemade cleaning ingredients. Baking soda is also a key ingredient in homemade mouthwash. This is because of its bacteria-fighting properties and its ability to remove odors from your mouth. Baking soda is also relatively inexpensive when compared to purchasing commercial mouthwash.

Things You'll Need

• Baking soda
• Peppermint essential oil

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Instructions

• 1

  Put ¼ cup water in a bowl.

• 2

  Add ¼ tsp. baking soda.

• 3

  Mix until the baking soda has fully dissolved.

• 4

  Add 1 drop of peppermint essential oil. This will help make your mouth smell fresh.