The detoxifying properties of Neem, the Ayurvedic herb, reduces plaque, fight periodontal diseases like gingivitis (infected swollen gums) etc., that might result in other oral health issues like sore gums, ulcers, bleeding gums etc.
Ingredients
Baking soda – 2 tsp
Warm water – ½ cup
Essential oil of peppermint – 2 drops
Tea tree oil – 1-2 drops
Thyme essential oil – 1-2 drops
Neem oil – 1 tsp
Raw honey (natural sweetener) – 1 tsp
How to make
Add baking soda, peppermint and tea tree oils in the warm water and mix thoroughly. To this, add the neem oil gradually while mixing. Your mouthwash is ready to use.
(Thyme oil contains 20-54% of thymol, an antiseptic agent that is the main ingredient of Listerine mouthwash.)
Note
This mouthwash in particular (containing tea tree oil, baking soda and peppermint oil) makes a great remedy for dry mouth.
When baking soda dissolves in water, it gains excellent alkaline properties, that makes it good for sensitive teeth.
