DIY Oil Pulling Recipe (Coconut Oil and Clove)
This DIY oil pulling recipe is super easy to make, effective, and all natural!
If you’ve ever looked into natural ways to improve your oral health, you may have heard of oil pulling. This ancient Ayurvedic practice has been used for thousands of years as a simple yet effective way to detoxify the mouth and promote overall oral health.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon clove
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon chunks
- 1 tablespoon peppermint
- 2-5 drops essential oil (optional! I like using peppermint)
- Silicone mold
*Essential oils are optional.
Benefits of Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil and Clove
Before we get into the recipe, here are some benefits of oil pulling:
- Antibacterial: Coconut oil has natural antimicrobial properties that help to reduce harmful bacteria in your mouth.
- May help whiten teeth: Over time, oil pulling can help to remove surface stains, giving you a brighter smile.
- Freshens breath: Coconut oil, clove and peppermint are excellent at freshening your breath. Plus, you can also add your own essential oil of choice to the recipe.
- Supports gum health: The combination of coconut oil and clove can help to soothe inflamed gums and promote overall gum health.
- Detoxifies your mouth: Oil pulling helps to “pull” out toxins and impurities from your mouth, leaving it feeling cleaner and more refreshed.
Oil pulling is an awesome natural way to support your teeth and gum health, and so many more natural oil pulling benefits!
Step by step instructions
- Add the cloves, cinnamon chunks, peppermint and coconut oil into a glass jar.
- Simmer on low in a double broiler for a 1-2 hours. Stir every now and then.
- Strain out the herbs into a clean glass jar or bowl.
- If adding essential oils, add in your drops to the melted coconut oil.
- While the coconut oil is still melted, pour into a silicone mold. I like to wait about 10 minutes to allow the mixture to cool slightly, so it’s not super hot.
- Put in the freezer for an hour. Once solid, pop them out into a glass jar or storage container and keep in the fridge.
That’s it! They’re ready to use. This recipe is so simple and makes about 50 oil pulling tablets.
how to Oil pull with these cubes
These oil pulling cubes are super easy to use! Add one or two cubes into your mouth. Swish around for up to 20 minutes. Then spit out (Do not swallow).
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DIY Oil Pulling Recipe (Coconut Oil and Clove)
- Total Time: 2 Hours
Description
These DIY oil pulling tablets are super easy to make, effective, and all natural! The clove and peppermint add antibacterial properties and add a fresh minty flavour.
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon clove
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon chunks
- 1 tablespoon peppermint
- 2–5 drops essential oil (optional! I like using peppermint)
- Silicone mold
Instructions
- Add the cloves, cinnamon chunks, peppermint and coconut oil into a glass jar.
- Simmer on low in a double broiler for a 1-2 hours. Stir every now and then.
- Strain out the herbs into a clean glass jar or bowl.
- If adding essential oils, add in your drops to the melted coconut oil.
- While the coconut oil is still melted, pour into a silicone mold. I like to wait about 10 minutes to allow the mixture to cool slightly, so it’s not super hot.
- Put in the freezer for an hour. Once solid, pop them out into a glass jar or storage container and keep in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 2 Minutes
- Time in Fridge: 1 Hour:
- Cook Time: 1-2 Hours
Oil pulling is a simple and natural way to take care of your oral health, and when you add coconut oil and clove into the mix, you’ve got a powerhouse combo that’s both effective and soothing. It’s a great addition to any oral care routine that promotes long-term oral care.
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