There are a few greener toothbrush options, instead of plastic ones that are littered in their billions. Let’s take a look at them, to see what’s best for you.
Use with sustainable vegan toothpaste (avoid xylitol sweetener near pets, just a tiny bit left around your mouth or sink could be lethal – also found in most gums and some baked goods).
This bamboo toothbrush is made with carbon bristles (to avoid animal hair, remove with pliers and bin, compost the handle). The child’s version has a bunny logo, which siblings can colour in, so they know whose brush is whose!
Industrial bamboo (not the fresh shoots that pandas is) is from the world’s fastest growing grass. It’s not local, but it does biodegrade (so don’t steep in a tumbler of water or it will disappear!)
Beautifully Designed Bamboo Toothbrushes
Wild & Stone Bamboo Toothbrushes are made with quality materials, and feature attractive coloured ends, so you can easily distinguish whose brush is whose, in the bathroom.
Also as medium bristles.
And sold in children’s versions:
Toothbrushes with Everlasting Handles
A more robust alternative is this stainless steel toothbrush (created by a former watersports instructor saddened by plastic waste).
The handle is made from surgical-grade stainless steel that is weighty in your hand. You then just unscrew the base from the bamboo head handles, and replace (a bit like a reusable razor).
Evermore Bamboo Toothbrush is unique in that as well as having bamboo heads that are easily replaced, the handles are made from stainless steel, so last a lifetime (and are also mould-resistant).
After your first purchase, just replace the heads every three months using refill packs. Which also works out more affordable than buying plastic toothbrushes.
The stainless steel head, also means that the toothbrush can stand on its own, without need for a toothbrush holder. The upcycled cork gasket, locks the brush head in place.
Eco-friendly Electric Toothbrushes
Georganics sonic toothbrush (code AWIN15 for 15% discount) is for people who prefer electric toothbrushes. This one includes replaceable heads, high-frequency vibrations (50,000 strokes a minute) and is sold in a cardboard box.
Ideal to prevent bleeding and swollen gums, the brush has 3 speed adjustments, so can be used by people with braces, along with a 2-minute auto-timer and up to 5 weeks battery use, with USB plug. Certified waterproof and CE approved.
When you buy replacement heads, you can send the old heads freepost to the company (send a minimum of 5 heads, and write Free-post Georganics Oral Care Ltd).
Note this brand’s gum contains xylitol, so never use near pets.
Booheads sell toothbrush heads (made from bamboo, cornstasrch and wheat straw) that are compatible with major brands of electric toothbrushes. At end of use, just compost the heads.
A Waterproof Electric Sonic Toothbrush
Suri sustainable electric toothbrush is an award-winning invention featuring easy-to-recycle cornstarch plant-based heads, with medium soft castor oil bristles.
After 3 months just return the used heads for free (pop in the post to FREEPOST SURI) and order new heads, but keep the handle.
The brush features a slim aluminium body, that is very durable. If it breaks down, you can get the battery and motored repaired under the warranty (free for 1 year then a reasonable fee – don’t attempt to repair yourself at home). The brush carries a 100-day money-back gurantee.
The brush has a 40 day battery life and a powerful sonic motor, with clean and polish modes, and a 2-minute smart timer with haptic feedback every 30 seconds.
This whisper-quiet brush includes a magnetic mirror mount, to easily keep your brush dry and clean, while saving sink space.
Ensure brush stays dry, as charging contacts could damage if wet.
The slimline pebble charger fully charges in just 4 hours. This carbon-neutral brush is responsibly-made in China, and comes with an optional carry case (with UV-C light that can kill 99% of harmful bacteria).
The replaceable heads can be bought, after recycling the used heads after 3 months, by freepost return. The feature optimal technology for interdental cleaning, with uniquely positioned firm and soft bristles, to remove plaque and food easily, from teeth and gums.
