Traditional mouthwash, like those containing alcohol, can be harsh on oral tissues and disrupts the natural balance of bacteria in your mouth. Contemporary science has proven that there is a substantial link between your mouth and gut and hence your overall health, hence the need to maintain a good balance in your oral microbiome.

Here’s why it's often seen as less favourable compared to oil pulling:

1. Alcohol Content: Many traditional mouthwashes contain alcohol, which can dry out the mouth and potentially irritate sensitive tissues. Creating a burning sensation when used and can feel very harsh for the user.
2. Disruption of Oral Microbiome: Alcohol-based mouthwashes can kill both harmful and beneficial bacteria in the mouth. This disrupts the natural balance of the oral microbiome, which plays a crucial role in maintaining oral and therefore overall health.
3. Short-Term Freshness: While alcohol-based mouthwashes can provide a quick feeling of freshness by masking odours, this effect is often short-lived and doesn't address the underlying causes of bad breath or oral health issues.

On the other hand, oil pulling is considered gentler and may offer additional benefits:

1. Natural and Gentle: Oil pulling involves swishing a tablespoon of oil around in your mouth for 5-10mins. This process is gentle and doesn’t cause irritation, making it suitable for sensitive mouths.
2. Promotes Oral Health: Oil pulling is believed to help remove plaque and bacteria from the mouth. It can potentially reduce bad breath and improve overall oral hygiene when used as part of a regular routine.
3. Moisturizing: Unlike alcohol-based mouthwashes, oil pulling can help moisturize the mouth and reduce dryness, which is beneficial for oral comfort and health.

But here at Keeko we have modernised this technique used in Aryuvedic medicine, our unique formula combines the antioxidant power of certified organic cold-pressed coconut, lemon, chamomile, myrrh, mint oils to cleanse away harmful bacteria whilst soothing sore gums and detoxifying your mouth & teeth. Used like a mouthwash, our oil pulling sachets are bursting with coco-nutty goodness topped off with minty-fresh flavour for a little zinnnng!

Try it for yourself, click here to try our Morning Mint oil pulling mouthwash now.

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