"Fantastic! Akamai Mineral Toothpowder makes my teeth feel incredibly clean. It was much easier to get used to than I thought it would be. I am never going back to toothpaste!" — Korin
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Product Highlights
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Refill packets work with our reusable glass jar (sold separately) or any glass jar you already have.
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Supercharged with nourishing “living” clays, over 72 bioavailable trace and macro minerals, and Fulvic Acid to help support strong tooth remineralization & healthy gums.
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100% food-grade & therapeutic ingredients. Minimally processed/unrefined. Safe to swallow since its basically a food! Vegan & cruelty-free.
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Alkaline PH can help reduce harmful bacteria, fight acidity, and support remineralization.
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NO cheap fillers of any kind or artificial ingredients No silica, glycerin, fluoride, nano particles or "naturally derived" ingredients either. No sweeteners.
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Films & label are certified for home compost: ASTM 6400 and EIN 13432.
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Refill packs equal a 60 day supply for 1 person, brushing 2x a day.
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Part of our Oral Care System, endorsed by Dr. Mark Hyman as a "Mark’s Picks".
1.9 oz / 40 grams | 2 month supply | Made in USA
- INGREDIENTS / STANDARDS / SPECS
- WHY WE MADE IT
- HOW TO USE / TIPS
- FAQS
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
- SUSTAINABILITY
- WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
- PROP 65
What is this packet made of?
The film used in our packets is made from renewable, earth-friendly, sustainably sourced wood pulp (aka cellulose). Both films & label used in the packet are certified ASTM 6400 and EIN 13432 for home compost.
The metallic color comes from a minute amount of metal-infused into the film to ensure ingredients stay fresh.
All of our products are made using powerful, effective, natural ingredients — and nothing else. Pure, minimally processed and nutrient dense. Clean enough you can eat it.
Ingredients / Standards
Food Grade “Living” Calcium Montmorillonite Bentonite Clay (unrefined), Food Grade Kaolin Clay (unrefined), Baking Soda, Himalayan Sea Salt, Fulvic Acid, Essential Oils: Peppermint*, Cinnamon*, Tea Tree*, Clove Bud*, Anise. *Certified Organic.
food grade "living" CALCIUM montmorillonite BENTONITE CLAY (unrefined) & food grade KAOLIN CLAY (unrefined)
Quality Standards
Edible/Therapeutic/Food grade. Certified GRAS. Unrefined and non-irradiated, "living clay". Not chemically processed, heat treated or "cleaned" in any way. Mined in USA from pure, pristine, ancient deposits.
Ingredient Benefits
Rich in bioavailable minerals, including calcium, magnesium, silica, and potassium, all beneficial to teeth and gums. Mildly abrasive to gently polish, clean, and whiten teeth. Binds with heavy metals, toxins and harmful bacteria removing them from your mouth. Macrominerals support the tooth remineralization process. Contains benefical bacterial to support a healthy oral biome.
BAKING SODA
Quality Standards
Food grade, aluminum-free
Ingredient Benefits
Sodium bicarbonate is a gentle yet effective stain remover that also increases alkalinity (high PH) to help reduce demineralization.
FULVIC ACID/MINERAL COMPLEX (POWDER)
Quality Standards
Chemical free / cold water extraction. Independent 3rd party laboratory testing for strength, potency, composition, and integrity. cGMP certified, FSMA & HACCP FDA Compliant. Mined from pure, USA clay deposits of ancient plant and marine material.
Ingredient Benefits
Plant and marine-based Fulvic acid, rich in naturally occurring bioavailable trace minerals, macro minerals, amino acids, and vitamins; cell-ready absorption; 72 trace minerals are vital to a host of cellular functions and aid in tooth remineralization. Binds with toxins and helps heal cells to improve oral and body health.
HIMALAYAN SEA SALT
Quality Standards
Food grade. Unprocessed. Ethically Sourced. Kosher Certified.
Ingredient Benefits
Also called Pink Himalayan Salt, this salt comes from dry remnants of the original primal sea, mined 5000 feet below the surface near the Himalayas. It is naturally rich and macro and trace minerals and helps encourage salivation, keeping the mouth moist while remineralizing teeth.
ESSENTIAL OILS OF PEPPERMINT, CINNAMON, CLOVE, ANISE, & TEA TREE
Quality Standards
Steam distilled. Hexane-free. Made in the USA. GFSI and cGMP certified.
Ingredient Benefits
These oils work together to reduce plaque, freshen breath, reduce inflammation, and balance bacteria.
Learn more about our natural ingredients and their quality standards.
Specs
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2 month supply
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1.9 oz / 40 grams
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Made in USA
What you put in your mouth can pass directly into your bloodstream. Choose your oral care wisely.
Even “natural” toothpaste and toothpowder brands often use synthetics, sweeteners, and cheap fillers, so be a bit skeptical — check your labels and know every ingredient you are putting in your mouth! This would be a wise place to apply the precautionary principle.
We use the transmucosal effect for good.
Our Mineral Toothpowder was developed with input from holistic dentistry experts and massive independent research. We only use natural ingredients known to be beneficial to both oral health and general wellbeing— and our natural ingredients are minimally processed to retain maximum potency.
Once you try our toothpowder, you won’t go back to the traditional pastes or the powders that focus on superficial qualities such as foaming, sweeteners, flavorings, etc. And are often laden with cheap fillers (gums, glycerin, low-grade clays), synthetic chemicals (fluoride, triclosan, sorbate, propylene glycol, SLS) artificial colors, “flavors” or sweeteners (saccharin, xylitol, sorbitol, etc.), or are overly harsh on your teeth eroding the enamel (charcoal).
Maintaining a balanced microbiome, eliminating bad bacteria and opportunistic organisms while enhancing the natural cleansing and rebuilding processes of the mouth is one of the most effective, yet inexpensive, steps you can take to support your overall health.
How to use
Refill
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Tear open refill pack using top perforation.
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Pour contents into the jar.
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Feel free to compost the refill pack either via home composting or municipal compost services. Don’t compost? Just put in the regular trash.
Note: If needed, before refilling is a time to rinse out and wipe clean your jar. Be sure to dry thoroughly before refilling.
Brush
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Wet toothbrush.
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Shake off excess water.
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Dip the top half of your toothbrush in the powder (you don't need much).
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Brush gently and mindfully (we like the Bass Method).
Tips
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Already using a natural brand of toothpaste? Learn about the Not So Good Ingredients in "Natural" Toothpaste.
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The longer you leave our remineralizing toothpowder in your mouth, the more nutrients will be absorbed. Instead of rinsing, add water to your mouth and swish it around for a while before spitting. No need to rinse.
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Want to learn more about our Mineral Toothpowder? Be sure to check out our main product page.
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Learn more about Oral Health and Routines here: Akamai’s Complete Oral Care Routine & System and Optimal Oral Health - it's a whole-body approach
Is the label compostable?
Yes. The films and labels of our refills are certified ASTM 6400 and EIN 13432 for home compost.
How long does it take to break down in someone's compost (backyard)?
That depends on the conditions; i.e. temperature, humidity, other organic matter, and the actual effort put forth by the homeowner in working their compost. Both ASTM D6400 (commercial compost) and EIN 13432 (home compost) require the packaging to disintegrate to a certain extent and to a certain particle size within 84 days. Home composting requires disintegration in 120 days.
What if I don’t have a compost pile in the yard or compost service?
Dispose of it like you would any other biodegradable material. It’ll break down over time and not leave any plastic residue as typical packaging does. Feel good you aren’t adding more plastic into our environment!
How abrasive is your toothpowder?
The RDA is 81 and PCR 182 and CEI (Cleaning Efficiency Index) is 2.64 —rated as "extremely effective" in cleaning stains by an independent 3rd party lab learn more. It is ideally formulated to remove stains while protecting and preserving tooth enamel.
Is it safe to dip my toothbrush in the powder?
Our Mineral Toothpaste Powder (aka Mineral Toothpowder) should not become contaminated, even when sharing. Every ingredient naturally fights bad bacteria - in fact, our Calcium Montmorillonite Clay fights many pathogens (anything with a positive charge). In addition, the high PH (between 9 and 10) is another factor in limiting any type of contamination (pathogens typically can't thrive in a waterless, high PH environment).
Why should I avoid common ingredients like glycerin, foaming agents, guar gum, natural sweeteners and fluoride, common in natural toothpastes?
Some ingredients found in commercial brands and even natural brands can be harmful. Others are unnecessary and provide no real benefits to your oral health. Check out Not So Good Ingredients in Natural Toothpastes and 7 Disturbing Facts About Chemicals in Personal Care Products to learn more.
The other big issue is that most of the natural and commercial brands of toothpaste or toothpowder do not contain natural ingredients to fight bad bacteria and/or help remineralize teeth, which is the whole point of brushing your teeth and effective oral care.
Why did you get rid of the toothpaste?
While toothpaste is pretty convenient, from an environmental standpoint, it's a bit of a disaster — with an estimated 1 billion tubes tossed annually. Plus, one of our goals is to sell products that are concentrated — eliminating fillers (even water) whenever we can.
To continue making a paste, we would have had to compromise the purity of our ingredient deck by adding "industry accepted" preservatives — a line we will not cross.
We will not bend when it comes to adding any suspect ingredients into our products — this includes things like naturally derived/“supposedly benign” preservatives. Taking the water out of the paste removes these concerns since, without it, we remove the possibility of unwanted bacterial growth.
Improving our health, while improving the health of our planet is one of our core values and we believe they co-create each other.
Learn more about Oral Health and Routines
Already using a natural brand of toothpaste? Learn about the Not So Good Ingredients in "Natural" Toothpaste.
What makes this product sustainable?
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Refills ship in backyard compostable cellulose pouch.
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Films & labels are certified for home compost: ASTM 6400 and EIN 13432.
Dental Professionals
“As a registered dental hygienist, this is my favorite toothpaste. They have packed so many good ingredients into this paste; liposomal Co Q10, trace minerals, a healthy balance of essentials oils in a detoxifying clay base. It leaves my mouth feeling clean & fresh. It's Akamai or nothing at all for me!”
— Shannon Gleichmann RDH, BS
“A fantastic product... the pH, abrasiveness, natural bacteria-fighting properties and the right ratio of trace minerals and essential oils to maximize absorption and promote a healthy mouth."
— Dr. Andrea Mustian, DMD Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Healthcare Professionals
“Thank you, Akamai for creating a toothpaste that is genuinely good for us. Love the product and the thoughtfulness that went into its formulation.”
— Will Vanderveer, MD
Press
“If you’re willing to adjust your sense of what toothpaste should taste and feel like, then this natural toothpaste will offer actual health benefits, i.e. remineralization, rather than the mostly cosmetic benefits of conventional toothpaste.” — Treehugger
Are there heavy metals in Healing Clay and Mineral Toothpowder? Are they safe (can't be absorbed)? Read more here.
Do you live in California? Please read the statement below. While we love the idea of Prop 65, we are not fans of how the law was written - when it comes to natural substances, it promotes ignorance vs. knowledge.
As required by the State of California, so that we can legally sell this product to residents of that state, we must put the following language on our site: California Proposition 65 WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
This is because one of our ingredients, Bentonite Clay, can have low levels of heavy metals in it. Sounds scary, right? However, the naturally occurring (organic) heavy metals in clay are molecularly bound to clay particles – meaning they are not bioavailable, and can’t be absorbed.
Clay is powerful stuff. Its positively charged ions bind to heavy metals so that they are contained and expelled rather than absorbed by our bodies. In fact, one of bentonite clay’s therapeutic uses is to consume orally to remove heavy metals from your body – a process called “chelating”.
Prop 65 is a law with good intentions but with major flaws. For example, Prop 65 limits for lead are so low, almost all plant foods (eg. green beans, spinach, avocados, etc.) contain amounts higher than allowed by this law, but they do NOT carry the warning.
Furthermore, eating the USDA recommended 3–5 servings of vegetables could expose you to 10X the maximum allowed by Prop 65. (In fact, 1 serving of our toothpaste has less lead it in than 1 serving of many plant foods).
In addition, Prop 65 does a poor job of clearly exempting items like clay where heavy metals are in an organic, bound, non-bioavailable form — and many are pushing for reforms to Prop 65.
So, remember these 2 important points: 1) Heavy metals in bentonite clay are not bioavailable and cannot be absorbed, 2) bentonite clay helps remove heavy metals from your body.
We believe our toothpaste is 100% safe for ourselves, our family, and you.
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