Charcoal toothpaste is a type of toothpaste that is made with activated charcoal, which gives it a black color and there are claims that it can whiten teeth and remove toxins from your mouth. However, before you jump to buy charcoal toothpaste, there are some things you need to know.
Charcoal toothpaste has become quite popular in recent years. In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits it offers as well as some important precautions you should keep in mind to make an informed decision.

Here are some of the charcoal toothpaste available in India:

Colgate Charcoal Clean Toothpaste

A black gel toothpaste with bamboo charcoal for stain removal and whitening.

Pros:

• Bamboo charcoal helps remove plaque and stains.
• Wintergreen Mint extracts give a fresh breath.
• Removes bad breath-causing bacteria.
• Gluten-free, paraben-free, and vegetarian.

Cons:

• Research studies mention charcoal causes enamel abrasion and increases roughness.
• May not be suitable for those with specific allergies or sensitivities (e.g., to charcoal or mint)
• Not suitable for people with sensitivity.

Jagat Devsutra Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

 A whitening toothpaste that contains multiple natural ingredients like turmeric, miswak, clove, etc. along with activated charcoal to give complete oral care.

Pros:

• Claims that the natural ingredients help prevent bad breath, tooth decay, and cavities.
• Claims to give enhanced whitening effects.

Cons:

• Charcoal content may be abrasive.
• Not for sensitive teeth.
• Natural ingredients can cause allergies or irritation.

Bentodent Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

A  natural toothpaste containing Bentonite clay and activated charcoal.

Pros:

• Helps remove plaque and fights bad breath.
• Completely natural toothpaste without any chemicals.
• Claims to remineralize teeth with Bentonite clay.
• Aids in teeth whitening.
• States of being enamel safe.
• Free from artificial colors and flavors.
• Fluoride-free, gluten-free, and organic.
• Vegan-friendly formulation.
• Contains peppermint essential oil for fresh breath.

Cons:

• lacking research studies to validate the claims.
• Charcoal is shown to increase enamel surface roughness.
• Not for long-term use or sensitivity.

Healthvit Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

A toothpaste that claims to offer effective germ protection, natural teeth whitening, long-lasting freshness, and purifying benefits.

Pros:

• Claims of natural teeth whitening by removing the surface stain.
• Oral purification and detoxification claims.

Cons:

• Charcoal is abrasive so not for sensitive teeth.
• Also not recommended for long-term use.

Biomed Charcoal Toothpaste

This Toothpaste contains a blend of three types of charcoal which it states helps fight against oral problems.

Pros:

• Helps remove plaque.
• States that the charcoal helps with gentle teeth whitening up to 1 shade after 4 weeks of use.
• Hydroxyapatite and L-Arginine help protect enamel from cavities.
• Claims that extracts of Plantain and Birch leaf help improve gum health.
• Essential oil provides fresh breath.

Cons:

• Results may vary depending on individual oral health conditions and habits.
• The teeth-whitening effect may be subtle and gradual.
• Some individuals may be sensitive to certain ingredients, so it’s important to check for any allergies before use.
• Regular and consistent use is necessary to achieve desired results.

STIM Charcoal Toothpaste

This gluten-free toothpaste claims to whiten teeth along with other oral health benefits.

Pros:

• Claims to help gently whiten teeth by removing stains with the help of charcoal content.
• Also claims to prevent bad breath.
• Contains ingredients to help prevent cavities.

Cons:

• Some individuals may experience sensitivity if used daily.

Habbits Activated Charcoal Natural Toothpaste

This toothpaste enriched with natural ingredient like  Tea Tree,  Spearmint along with charcoal and Shea Butter, claims to offer a chemical free cleaning solution for your teeth and gums.

Pros:

• Tea Tree is said to strengthens teeth and gums by preventing plaque formation and tooth decay.
• Spearmint improves  provides a fresh breath.
• Chemical-free formulation, free from fluoride, parabens, sulphates, artificial colours, and flavours.
• Shea Butter is said to moisturizes gums.

Cons:

• Free of fluoride so cavity prevention is questionable.
• Natural ingredients may create irritation or ulcers.
  

Dabur Herbal Activated Charcoal

Another toothpaste with the combo of charcoal and mint which it states to whiten teeth and give refreshing breath.

Pros:

• Activated charcoal may help remove plaque & extrinsic stains and thus whiten teeth.
• Mint for fresh breath.
• Triclosan free.

Cons:

• Fluoride free so not sure if it can prevent cavities.
• It states it is natural but contains chemical formulations.
• Ingredients might cause teeth sensitivity or irritation to oral tissues.

Curaprox Black Is White Toothpaste

A toothpaste brand with activated charcoal and fluoride for gentle whitening of teeth is what it states.

Pros:

• Claims on removing coffee tea and food stains.
• Fluoride protects the enamel from cavities.
• Also contains hydroxyapatite to strengthen the enamel.
• Suitable for people with sensitivity who want to give charcoal toothpaste a try.
• Mint gives a fresh breath feeling.

Cons:

• Gentle whitening claims need more scientific evidence.
• Expensive.
• May not be suitable for severe sensitivity.

Oxi9 9 in 1 Essential Charcoal Toothpaste

This toothpaste is a combination of activated charcoal, peppermint oil and clove,for natural teeth whitening effect.

Pros:

• May Help remove stains.
• Prevent bad breath.
• Soothes dental pain for short duration.
• Clove may help prevent cavities.
• Paraben free.

Cons:

• No fluoride present so not suitable for sensitivity.
• Cavity prevention is doubtful.
• Charcoal along with other natural might abrasive, may also cause irritation.
• Taste may not be suitable for all.

Activated charcoal and the benefits of using it in toothpaste need more scientific evidence. Currently very few research studies are done on this topic and most of it focuses on the abrasive effect of using a charcoal toothpaste . Whitening effects of charcoal is still under question. You can try outany of the charcoal toothpaste but with caution.

It’s always better to get a professional teeth cleaning and whitening done rather than using over the counter toothpaste which claims to remove stains and whiten teeth