Now Solutions Xyliwhite Refreshmint Toothpaste Gel

Solvent base.

Natural sweetener at one of the highest concentrations in the toothpaste category (25%). Inhibits cavity-causing Streptococcus mutans growth and reduces plaque adhesion; clinically associated with reduced cavity rates, especially in children.

Standard gentle abrasive. Inert at the molecular level, but Lead Safe Mama 2025 testing implicates the silica feedstock as the likely route of the 421 ppb lead, 9 ppb mercury, and 12 ppb arsenic contamination — silica is mined and refined and can carry trace heavy metals depending on the source.

Plant-derived humectant; safe.

Sugar alcohol humectant; non-cariogenic.

Baking soda. Gently abrasive and acid-neutralizing, helping maintain a healthier oral pH that disfavors cavity-causing bacteria.

Mild alkaline pH adjuster. Safe at typical concentrations.

Coconut-derived surfactant used as a gentler alternative to sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). Wider spectrum of fatty acids and significantly lower irritation profile than SLS.

Seaweed-derived thickener. Documented gut inflammation and IBD trigger (Tobacman 2001, Borthakur et al. 2007). Concentration is low (<1%) but ingestion through daily toothpaste use is non-trivial over time.

Natural antimicrobial essential oil; helps reduce harmful oral bacteria.

Antimicrobial flavoring with menthol; freshens breath and provides mild analgesic action without synthetic flavor compounds.

Complementary mint essential oil with antimicrobial action; rounds out the mint flavor profile.

Plant-derived enzyme (from papaya) used as a gentle whitening agent. Breaks down protein-based stains on enamel without harsh peroxides.

GRAS preservative used at <1% to prevent microbial contamination of the tube. Breaks down to water and CO2 in the body.