Calcium carbonate
A naturally occurring mineral abrasive that gently polishes the tooth surface without the harshness of more aggressive synthetic abrasives.
Toothpaste
Davids
Premium Toothpaste — Peppermint
An American-made premium toothpaste in a recyclable aluminum tube, built around naturally sourced ingredients, peppermint essential oil, and a transparent ingredient deck.
- Aluminum Tube
- Fluoride Free
- SLS Free
- Made in USA
- Cruelty Free
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Editorial
Why we recommend it
- Davids publishes a short, plain-language ingredient list with the role of each ingredient, rather than leaning on vague “natural” claims.
- The recyclable aluminum tube is a meaningful step away from the plastic laminate tubes that dominate the toothpaste aisle.
- The formulation pairs hydrated silica and calcium carbonate with peppermint essential oil — no synthetic flavor system, no artificial sweeteners, no SLS.
- The brand has operated with the same formulation principles for years rather than chasing trends, which we read as a sign of formulation integrity.
At a glance
Pros & cons
Pros
- Recyclable aluminum tube — a genuine step away from plastic laminate
- Peppermint essential oil rather than an undisclosed 'flavor' system
- SLS-free with a coconut-derived surfactant that still gives light foam
- Full ingredient disclosure with the role of each component explained
Cons
- Fluoride-free — evaluate against your dental provider's guidance
- Premium price relative to drugstore toothpaste
- Aluminum tube requires the right municipal recycling stream
- Contains xylitol — keep away from dogs
Who it suits
Best for
- 01
Households prioritising packaging integrity as much as formula
- 02
Adults who want a clean fluoride-free daily paste with light natural foam
- 03
Users who react to SLS with canker sores or mucosal sloughing
Transparency
Things to know
- 01
Fluoride free. If your dental provider has recommended fluoride for clinical reasons, evaluate accordingly.
- 02
Contains xylitol as a natural sweetener — keep out of reach of dogs.
- 03
Premium price point relative to mainstream drugstore toothpaste.
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Aluminum tube is recyclable but still requires the right municipal stream.
Composition
Materials & ingredients
Cleansers & abrasives
- Calcium carbonate
- Hydrated silica
- Vegetable glycerin
- Sodium cocoyl glutamate (coconut-derived)
Flavor & function
- Peppermint essential oil
- Xylitol
- Sodium bicarbonate
- Stevia rebaudiana leaf extract
Independently verified
Certifications
- Leaping Bunny (Cruelty Free)
- Made in USA
Inside the tube
Ingredients & formula highlights
Hydrated silica
A mild secondary abrasive that supports stain removal and enamel polishing while remaining well below the abrasive thresholds of conventional whitening toothpastes.
Xylitol
A plant-derived sweetener studied for its ability to support a less cariogenic oral environment — sweetness without feeding the bacteria associated with decay.
Peppermint essential oil
A steam-distilled botanical flavor that replaces the proprietary “flavor” systems found in most conventional toothpastes.
The standard
Why it made the cut
- Most premium natural toothpastes still rely on plastic laminate tubes and undisclosed flavor systems. Davids commits to aluminum packaging and named botanical flavor.
- The brand's transparency around what's in — and what's deliberately out — of the formula sets a clear standard for the rest of the category.
FAQ
Common questions
- Does it contain fluoride?
- No. Davids is fluoride free. If your dental provider has recommended fluoride for clinical reasons, weigh that guidance against your preference.
- Is the tube actually recyclable?
- Yes — the tube is metal rather than plastic laminate, which means it can be recycled wherever aluminum is accepted. Rinse and flatten before recycling.
- Does it foam?
- Lightly. Davids uses a coconut-derived cleanser rather than SLS, so the foam is gentle. Foaming is not a measure of cleaning power.
Materials Library
Materials behind this recommendation
Each material below has a canonical explainer in our shared Materials Library. Open one to see how it behaves, where it belongs, and where it doesn't.
SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)
Chemical
SLS is the surfactant responsible for the aggressive foam of most drugstore toothpastes. It is cleared as safe at typical use levels but is a well-documented aphthous-ulcer trigger and contributor to sloughed oral mucosa for a meaningful minority of users.
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Xylitol
Mineral
Xylitol is a five-carbon sugar alcohol that tastes sweet but is not fermented by Streptococcus mutans — the primary caries-causing bacterium. Regular exposure reduces adhesion and colonisation without feeding acid production.
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Hydrated Silica
Mineral
Hydrated silica is a mild abrasive made from silicon dioxide gel. It is the workhorse polishing agent in almost every modern toothpaste — chosen because it removes plaque without exceeding safe abrasivity thresholds for enamel.
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Aluminum
Metal
Aluminum is one of the most common cookware metals — cheap, light, and excellent at conducting heat. It is safest when anodized or clad, and more debated when bare and worn.
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Calcium Carbonate
Mineral
Calcium carbonate is a naturally occurring mineral abrasive — the same material as chalk and limestone. It is one of the oldest toothpaste ingredients and is still used in many natural formulations for its gentle polishing action and mild remineralising role.
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