Herbal Homemade Mouthwash
Make a natural homemade mouthwash at home using antimicrobial, soothing herbs and essential oils.
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 tsp whole cloves (or ground cloves)
- 2 TBSP dried peppermint leaf
- 2 TBSP dried plantain leaf
- 1 TBSP dried rosemary leaf
- 8 oz rum or vodka at least 80 proof
- 15 drops peppermint essential oil (or cinnamon leaf essential oil)
- 5 drops tea tree essential oil optional
Instructions
- Place the herbs in a pint size mason jar.
- Pour the rum or vodka into the jar with the herbs.
- Cover tightly and place in a cool dark place for 2-3 weeks, shaking about once a day to help the herbs infuse.
- After 2-3 weeks, use a cheesecloth or a very fine mesh strainer to strain the herbs out of the tincture.
- Discard the herbs and pour the tincture into small dropper bottles or another glass jar to store.
- Add the essential oils, return lid and shake well.
Notes
- To use: Combine 40 drops of mouth wash with 2-3 tablespoons of water and swish in mouth for 30 seconds.
- Storage: Away from sunlight and heat and we recommend storing in an amber or cobalt tinted glass bottle to avoid degradation from light.