Minty Cinnamon Clove Mouthwash

I really like a mouthwash that makes my mouth feel fresh and clean, but I don't particularly like putting something in my mouth that's full of chemicals when I'm sure what they all are. So, I decided to make my own homemade mouthwash.

This recipe is so easy to make and it only has a few ingredients, all you're sure to have on a kitchen shelf. Because this recipe contains no alcohol, it will need to be refrigerated. I actually like it being in the fridge; the cold helps wake up my mouth. This is a small recipe so it will keep for up to 30 days - but - I'm sure you'll use it up before the month is up

Minty CinnaClove Mouthwash Recipe

Directions

  1. Put all ingredients in a pan and over medium low to medium heat bring to a slow boil. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Strain once into a bowl and then once again into a glass container. Straining twice will give you a liquid with no residue left. I used a few layers of cheesecloth to strain, use a new piece of cheesecloth when you strain into the final container.
  3. Put the lid on the container and refrigerate.
  4. When you’re ready to use your homemade mouthwash, give it a little shake, swish for about 30 seconds and spit it out. Your mouth will feel tingly and fresh.

If this is the first time making a mouthwash, you can adjust the amount of cinnamon and spearmint you use by half. I noticed after using it, it left my gums a little dry but this went away quickly.

Benefits of Making Your Own Mouthwash

Among other things, Cinnamon and Cloves are antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial and Spearmint is also antibacterial. Spearmint also works well if you happen to have bad breath and can help slow biofilm that can form within the mouth.

What is BioFilm? If you're interested in finding out what biofilm is, here is a link to Colgate Professional explaining what it is. ( www.colgateprofessional.com/patient-education/articles/what-is-biofilm )

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