FREE Oasis Moisturizing Mouthwash at CVS

On the back of the new CVS extra value book for December 2007 (which you can pick up in store), you’ll see a big picture of Oasis Moisturizing Mouthwash, with one of my favorite phrases: “It’s like getting it for FREE.” Woohoo! You need to pay 5.99 for the mouthwash (16 oz, or the 1 oz spray), and then you’ll get 5.99 back as CVS Extra Bucks. They will be printed immediately, right on the end of your receipt. (More about that in a moment.) Free mouthwash – that’s great, isn’t it? Wait – that’s not all… go to http://www.oasisdrymouth.com/ … Continue reading

Natural Mouth Care

If you think you’re a little crazy about dental health, you aren’t alone. Americans spent nearly four million dollars on natural oral hygiene products in 2002 according to Nutrition Business Magazine — and that was a fifteen percent increase from 2001 spending. So why the increase in natural dental care products? People are more label-conscious these days. Not only do they read the labels, they worry about what’s on the label. Some people are choosing natural ingredients in their toothpaste and mouthwash because it’s tried and true. Herbal concoctions and essential oils have been used in health and beauty for … Continue reading

Make a Natural Mouthwash

Bad breath can be a side effect of the foods you eat or an early sign of illness. Poor dental hygiene can also be a cause of halitosis. Smoking and alcohol can also make your breath unpleasant. Don’t have time to brush your teeth or swish with mouthwash? You can chew on fresh parsley, peppermint, or spearmint leaves. Peppermint and spearmint are often very easy to grow in your garden; my grandfather had one plant that ended up taking over half the beds. Mixing up your own natural mouthwash is surprisingly easy! Some essential oils that are great in a … Continue reading