Glitter bands are such a trap, right? They always look so fun in the display, but once you actually wear them, it’s a different story.
Totally get what you mean about the glitter bands. I thought they’d be cute, but after a week it looked like I’d been eating crayons or something. Dark green was my go-to after that—still had some personality without showing every little stain. The sample book is definitely misleading... those colors never look the same on actual teeth. Trial and error really is the only way to figure out what works for you.
Glitter bands looked cool until I realized they made my teeth look weirdly textured under certain lights. I tried a bright blue next, but that started to stain too. Honestly, I think the only thing that survives coffee and curry is navy or dark purple...
Honestly, I think the only thing that survives coffee and curry is navy or dark purple...
Totally agree about navy—it's like the secret weapon for anyone who loves their morning brew or spicy food. I once tried white bands thinking they’d look “clean” but they turned a weird yellow in a week. Learned my lesson fast. If you’re into color but want to avoid stains, dark green’s not bad either, just don’t go too light unless you want your lunch to show up every time you smile.
Navy really does seem to be the MVP for hiding stains, but I’ve actually had decent luck with silver too. It’s not as dark, but somehow doesn’t show curry or coffee stains as much as I expected. But yeah, white or even clear bands are a trap if you eat anything with color—learned that the hard way after a spaghetti night. Dark green sounds interesting... I’d just worry it might look a little too much like spinach sometimes, but maybe that’s just me overthinking it.
I get what you mean about navy, but I actually found silver bands picked up a weird yellowish tint after a couple weeks—maybe it’s just me being paranoid? I’m always worried about anything that could look like plaque. Dark green sounds cool, but I’d stress about it looking like food stuck in my teeth too. Has anyone tried dark purple? I wonder if that’s any better for stains or just as risky.