12 Best Eco

Feb 04, 2024

Published on 3/15/2022 at 7:20 PM

If you're thinking about upgrading your dental-care routine, we strongly suggest adding eco-friendly toothbrushes to your list of oral-hygiene must haves. Swapping out your plastic toothbrush for an eco-friendly alternative is an easy way to cut down on plastic waste and cultivate a greener lifestyle. Charcoal-infused bristles can also help with teeth whitening, which is another perk of using an eco-friendly toothbrush.

Most eco-friendly toothbrushes are made of bamboo and biodegradable vegan materials. Some are even equipped with removable brush heads, which makes replacing them easier (and less costly) and helps out Mother Nature, too. Many of these brands ship their toothbrushes in sustainable packaging, cutting down on even more waste. Shop ahead for the best budget and eco-friendly toothbrushes that'll give you a cleaner and greener smile.

The Brush with Bamboo Toothbrush ($20) is plant-based, natural, nontoxic, and vegan — from the bristles to the handle to the packaging. Toothbrushes can be bought in packs of four, 12, or 36, and customers can choose from standard-soft or extra-soft bristles, which are made from 100-percent castor-bean oil for softer, more optimal cleaning.

The Eco Roots Natural Bamboo Toothbrush ($15) comes in plastic-free and recyclable cardboard packaging, and the set of four toothbrushes is also cruelty free and vegan. The handle is crafted from compostable bamboo, making it antimicrobial, antifungal, and antibacterial.

Brush your teeth in style while helping out the environment with the Humble Co. Humble Brush Adult — Purple, Soft Bristles ($5). Professionally developed by dentists, this vegan toothbrush features high-quality nylon bristles with end-rounded tips and a biodegradable bamboo handle. It's available with soft or medium bristles in five different colors.

The Life Without Plastic Plastic-Free Dental Care Kit ($34, originally $40) includes four toothbrushes sourced from renewable Moso bamboo as well as two packages of plastic-free dental floss. The bristles set these toothbrushes apart from other eco-friendly brands — they're made from sustainably sourced boar hair that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill. You can subscribe for a three- or six-month subscription and save 10 percent on future replacements.

In additional to being eco-friendly, the Me Mother Earth Bamboo Charcoal Toothbrush ($3, originally $4) has medium-soft bristles infused with bamboo charcoal fibers to improve teeth whitening. Each toothbrush in a four-pack comes with its own carved symbol, so you and your roommate or partner won't ever mix up toothbrushes again.

Made from sustainable beechwood and BPA-free bristles, the Georganics Beechwood Toothbrush — Medium Bristles ($6) is a great option for those who like to compost at home. The company swears by the bristles' plaque- and tartar-fighting properties and recommends that you replace the toothbrush every three months.

Specially designed for those with sensitive teeth and gums, the Public Goods Bamboo Toothbrush ($7) has more than 200 positive reviews, many of which highlight the company's clean packaging and the brush's high-quality performance. Each pack comes with two vegan toothbrushes with ergonomic and biodegradable handles.

Mintly is doing its part to help save the planet by creating vegan toothbrushes with replaceable heads. Sourced from biodegradable Moso bamboo, the Mintly Eco Toothbrush ($5) boasts bristles that are made of charcoal and other eco-friendly materials. The replaceable heads are packaged and shipped in sustainable kraft paper.

Where do we even begin? The Mable Bamboo Toothbrush — 2 Pack ($8) is an ergonomic, self-standing toothbrush crafted from compostable and sustainably harvested bamboo. Not only does it cut down on bathroom clutter (no toothbrush holder necessary), but its colorful design is etched with vegetable-based paint and soy ink. It arrives in plastic-free packaging.

Geared with a water-resistant and biodegradable bamboo handle and soft bristles, the vegan Wowe Natural Bamboo Toothbrush 4-Pack ($12) ensures that you're getting the best, most sustainable cleanse. It arrives in plastic-free packaging.

Chic and eco-friendly, the Brush, by Bite Toothbrush 2-Pack ($12) says goodbye to chemicals, pesticides, and plastic. The toothbrush is made exclusively from plant-based materials, which means it can be composted at home. It also has a detachable head for hassle-free packing. The brush's bristles are categorized as soft.

The Quip Adult Electronic Toothbrush ($40, originally $45) is both electronic and sustainable. Unlike other electronic brushes, Quip only needs to be charged every three months, not overnight. The recyclable soft-bristle head is also replaceable (refills arrive in plastic-free packaging), so you won't have to buy a whole new brush. It has the dentist community's stamp of approval, and there's an option to add on Quip's eco-friendly toothpaste, too.