Natural mouthwash works as any mouthwash should only without added chemicals or additives to irritate or dry out the tissues.  Mouthwash is a liquid that may come in a variety of flavors and purposes. Some are made to moisten, whiten or reduce plaque along the gum line.  Mouthwashes are generally safe to be used every day, and should be rinsed over and around in the inside of the mouth and then spit out.  Many people use mouthwash simply as a breath freshener.

Natural mouthwash works to wash bacteria away from areas around and between the teeth and gums that may be missed by brushing and flossing.  Bacteria is always present in our mouth and  is responsible for gum infections, bad breath and possibly even more serious health conditions if it is left untreated.

Natural mouthwashes will be free from alcohol, and may use witch hazel—a natural astringent or cleaning agent instead. Natural mouthwash can contain any variety of natural ingredients and will depend entirely on the manufacturer.  Some other common ingredients include peppermint and spearmint oils which are naturally antibacterial and are beneficial in removing bacteria in and around the teeth and gums.  Baking soda may also be used, along with vitamin C, or aloe vera to provide a soothing feeling to sensitive tissues.

Traditional mouthwashes usually contain a large amount of drying alcohol.  Alcohol causes the tissues inside the mouth to dry out which prevents saliva from washing away bad bacteria and leaving worse breath than what you may have started with. Most regular mouthwash that is on the market today is full of manmade chemicals and additives.  We think that we are helping to improve our oral health and make our breath smell better by using them.  When in reality we could really be doing more harm than good.