Honestly, sticking to flossing and basic brushing has made more difference for me than any trendy product.
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve spent way too much on “miracle” whitening stuff—my wallet is still recovering from that blue LED kit that did… nothing except make me look like a sci-fi extra. Flossing and brushing is so boring but it’s honestly the only thing that consistently works for me too.
The baking soda trick is my go-to when I want to look a little less like I’ve been drinking coffee nonstop (which, let’s be real, I have). Just gotta be gentle—one time I got a bit overexcited and scrubbed like I was sanding a deck. Not recommended.
Charcoal paste? Yeah, that was a disaster. Black teeth, black sink, and my partner asking if I’d eaten a marker. My dentist gave me the same enamel lecture, so now I just stick to the basics. Whitening strips are okay in a pinch, but my teeth always get that weird zingy feeling after.
You’re not alone—sometimes the old-school stuff really is the best, and it’s way easier on the budget.
Whitening strips are okay in a pinch, but my teeth always get that weird zingy feeling after.
Same here—the sensitivity after strips is just not worth it for me. I’ve found that even just a really thorough brush and floss before bed makes a bigger difference by morning than any of those “quick fix” products. I tried the baking soda thing too but had to dial it way back; my dentist warned me about enamel wear, especially if you’re heavy-handed. In my experience, nothing beats consistency, even if it’s not flashy.
I hear you on the baking soda—tried it once, felt like I was scrubbing my teeth with sandpaper. Honestly, I’m starting to think all those “miracle” hacks are just a good way to end up with sensitive teeth and no results. Has anyone had luck with those purple color-correcting toothpastes? I see them all over TikTok but can’t decide if it’s genius or just another gimmick...
Has anyone had luck with those purple color-correcting toothpastes? I see them all over TikTok but can’t decide if it’s genius or just another gimmick...
I’ve been wondering the same thing. From what I gather, those purple pastes use color theory to “neutralize” yellow tones, but I’m skeptical about whether it’s just a temporary visual effect or if there’s any real whitening going on. Has anyone noticed any lasting difference, or does it just wash away after you rinse?
From what I gather, those purple pastes use color theory to “neutralize” yellow tones, but I’m skeptical about whether it’s just a temporary visual effect or if there’s any real whitening going on.
I actually tried one of those out of curiosity before a wedding. It did make my teeth look a bit brighter right after brushing, but honestly, it was gone after my morning coffee. Didn’t notice any real change over time—felt more like makeup for teeth than actual whitening. If you’re looking for something lasting, I’d say this isn’t it... at least from my experience.
