We are living in an era where we no longer want to put chemicals onto our bodies. The problem is the traditional products we are used to smell good and feel good, but we know that’s largely due to the harmful fillers and nasties these products contain.

Never before have consumers had access to so much information about the chemicals and formulations of everyday products.

Two of the most common products in our conventional shopping are products we use every single day – toothpaste and deodorant.

We want our pearly whites to sparkle, and to keep our underarms fresh all day long. But what is the solution? In recent times we have seen many great, effective natural products come on to the market that really work.

The regular toothpaste we find in every supermarket contains ingredients like fluoride, triclosan, sodium laureth sulphate and artificial sweeteners. These heavy chemicals found in toothpaste can cause a variety of diseases from thyroid problems and arthritis to liver disease. Which is truly frightening!

Introducing Riddells Creek Organic Toothpaste

“Nothing you wear is more important than your smile”. Connie Stevens

This certified organic toothpaste contains only the purest of ingredients to safely clean and protect your teeth. In keeping with the purity of the product and the brand, it contains no animal products and is not tested on animals. This toothpaste offers natural protection for healthy gums and whiter teeth.. And it tastes great!

Ingredients: Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Purified Water, Peppermint extract, Parsley extract, Thyme extract, Rosemary extract, Sage Extract, Sodium Bicarbonate, Organic Ethanol, Calcium Carbonate, Xanthan Gum, Soapwort Extract, Saponified Organic Coconut Oil and Saponified Organic Olive Oil, Organic Stevia, Spearmint Essential Oil, Peppermint Essential Oil, Organic Tea Tree Essential Oil, Celtic Sea Salt, Olive Leaf Extract, Almond Extract, Vanilla Extract.

Extra tip for optimal brushing:
When brushing your teeth, position the bristles at an angle of 45 degrees near the gum line. Both the gum line and the tooth surface should be in contact with the bristles. Brush the outer surfaces of the teeth using a back-and-forth, up-and-down motion, making sure to be done gently in order to avoid bleeding. To clean the inside surfaces of the teeth and gums, place the bristles at a 45-degree angle again and repeat the back-and-forth, up-and-down motion. Lastly, brush the surfaces of your tongue and the roof of your mouth to remove bacteria, which might cause bad breath. Plus – thoroughly rinse your mouth with water after eating to minimize the amount of food that would serve as substrate for the bacteria.
Source: www.arrowsmiledental.com

We all by now know the dangers of commercial deodorant. Some of the ingredients in conventional deodorants and antiperspirants are chemicals or metals that block the pores and stop you from sweating, like aluminium, this is the main ingredient most supermarket deodorants. When aluminum ions are drawn into the cells that line the sweat ducts, causing the cells to swell and squeezing the ducts closed so sweat cannot get out. Aluminum, also a known neurotoxin has been linked to breast cancer and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Here are our natural and organic alternatives:

Biologika Deodorant – Vanilla Kiss

A natural anti-bacterial formula with organic and natural ingredients. Designed to inhibit odor causing bacteria and with long lasting protect ion. You will love the gentle vanilla fragrance! Simply roll on under the arms. This product is aluminium free and highly effective.

Hemp & Bergamot Deodorant (Green Goddess)

This gorgeous deodorant contains BergDeo-2Tluscious bergamot oil, long used as a natural deodorant due to its invigorating citrus scent and the antibacterial properties that prevent body odour. The natural hemp seed and coconut base nourish delicate under arm skin. This deodorant combines coconut oil, hemp seed oil, candelilla wax, arrowroot, baking soda and essential oils. Apply a pea size amount and rub onto under arms. Store out of the sun and away from humidity. We also have it available in Hemp & Neroli!

Green Goddess Hemp & Neroli Deodorant