Organic toothpaste containing saponin
OwnerMichael J. Olmsteadinventor
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Abstract
A unique organic toothpaste characterized by the use of saponin as the cleansing/foaming agent. The saponin is a refined product derived from the bark of the Quillaja and/or Yucca tree and its content may form up to 10% by weight of the toothpaste. Other organic products for whitening teeth, soothing irritated gums or other tissues, and fighting microbes are also provided.
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An organic natural toothpaste, comprising a mixture of natural ingredients and 0.01-10% by weight of refined saponin as a primary surfactant foaming agent free of synthetic surfactants, anti-microbial agents and cleansers and thereby containing none of the risks inherent with artificial and synthetic surfactants, anti-microbial agents and cleansers in oral care products, said refined saponins enhancing the flavor and taste when compared to bitter tasting unrefined saponin.
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