The best mouthwash is made with activated charcoal

Activated charcoal is used around the world to help clean teeth. It’s known for being a non-abrasive, mouth-freshening product. And although it’s a commonplace oral care choice in rural communities of the Third World, the power of charcoal is only starting to catch on in the “civilized world.” However, now that we’ve discovered the best mouthwash, a charcoal-based product from My Magic Mud, we’re converts. And we think you will be, too!

My Magic Mud’s Activated Charcoal Oral Rinse is an alcohol-free alternative to standard mouthwash. It’s infused with aloe and turmeric to be anti-inflammatory. It’s also gluten-free, floride-free and vegan. It also stands out from basic brands because it is black. Black as night, which is a little frightening the first time you use it. And for me, swigging this black mouth freshener fills me with heady rebellion.

How is the flavor?

But beyond all this, why I’ve named it the best mouthwash is the flavor. A gentle rinse, the cinnamon flavor is slightly spicy with notes of clove. It makes the mouth tingle without the burn of alcohol. There is a lingering earthy note, (from the charcoal, I assume). But the earthiness is not unpleasant. In fact, it’s similar to the earthiness of red wine. Intrigued?

There is one other bonus to cleaning with charcoal . Activated charcoal is not only known for its powers to sweeten breath, it’s a natural tooth whitener!

Other My Magic Mud products

My Magic Mud also makes activated charcoal toothpaste. (Check out my other favorite toothpaste.) Like the mouth rinse, it squeezes out of the tube in a shade not dissimilar to a witch’s hat. It also coats the teeth with a film of darkness. Applied liberally, it gives you the instant look of a member of the Clampett clan. But it rinses cleanly and it does the job it’s meant to do. (In clinical studies, it proved effective at removing plaque safely while freshening breath.) And the grotesque factor makes an effective incentive for convincing children to brush. I tried it on my kids. It was love at first blacked-out tooth.

My Magic Mud is a family-owned company with the motto, “Make the world a better place because you’re in it.” And they are by making the best mouthwash flavor ever invented. For more information on My Magic Mud, please visit their website.