Mouthwash Without Alcohol

Using mouthwash is a common practice to maintain oral hygiene. It helps to kill bacteria in the mouth and get rid of bad breath. It also comes in very handy in situations where it is not possible to brush your teeth. Like one can carry a small bottle of mouthwash, and rinse their mouth after a meal in a restaurant.

Also, it is helpful to people who are allergic to mint to maintain a good breath. Though, it is good for keeping oral hygiene and maintaining dental health, most of them contain alcohol, which does more harm than good in the long run.

But, now there are many milder products without alcohol available, which can be replaced with the usual mouthwash that contain alcohol.

Before we start looking at the various products and remedies, here are some dangers of mouthwash products which contain alcohol.

• They can increase the risk of cancer, as ethanol in mouthwash allows cancer causing substances to permeate the lining of the mouth.

• Many mainstream mouthwash cause side effects like dental erosion and accidental poisoning in children.
• Alcohol-based and strong-flavored mouth rinses can cause coughing.
• They tend to cause dry mouth.

Mouthwash containing alcohol has been used for a long time, so now that you know their dangers and want to buy a safer product, it is still important that you check the label of any non-alcohol antibacterial mouthwash product.

As products that claim being alcohol-free might contain some other harsh chemicals, hence stick to milder and more herbal products to avoid any side effects.

BriteSmile mouthwash is a clear and alcohol-free product, which is mild and has a mint flavor. Binaca can be used for children over 6 years and by adults.

This product is alcohol free, but still it contains other chemicals, and should not be swallowed. Eco-dent products seem to be even more milder and come in good flavors. Eco-dent Ultimate Essential Mouthwash - Spicy Cool Cinnamon can be used by adults and children over 2.

Another good product is Oral Care, NutriSmile Mouthwash which is from Jason Natural. This product is healthy and contains certified organic tea tree oil and aloe vera gel which soothes and heals gums. It also contains perilla seed extract, mint, clove, and cinnamon.

Here are all-natural home remedies of antiseptic mouthwash that don't contain alcohol and can be prepared at home easily.

Light Lemon Recipe: Take a glass and fill it halfway with water, add 1 spoon of vegetable glycerin, 1 teaspoon of aloe gel, and 5 drops of lemon essential oil to it. Swish everything well so that all the ingredients get mixed together, and then use it to rinse your mouth.

Tea Tree Oil Recipe: Tea tree oil is one of the best all-natural antiseptic mouthwash. To make mouthwash using tea tree oil, take half glass of warm water add a pinch of myrrh tincture, 4 drops of tea tree essential oil, and 2 - 3 drops of lemon essential oil; mix everything well and gargle.

Fresh Mint Recipe: Take half glass of warm water, add a spoon of vegetable glycerin, and 1 teaspoon of aloe gel, and 5 - 7 drops of peppermint essential oil. Mix everything well and rinse your mouth with the solution.

So, avoid using mouthwash which contains alcohol. You can use a mild alcohol-free mouthwash for dental care, but to be on a complete safe side you can maintain good oral hygiene by brushing your teeth twice a day and use the above home remedies to make an all-natural mouthwash without any alcohol.