Luster Premium White AM/PM Toothpaste kit is an affordable over-the-counter whitening system that freshens breath and whitens teeth. The kit includes a toothpaste for the morning and a toothpaste for nighttime, and they are both gentle and effective. I have sensitive teeth and often find that whitening systems (from strips to toothpastes) can be too harsh for me, but I am pleased that this isn't the case with Luster's AM and PM toothpastes.
I drink coffee and tea, and while not in excess, I do consume enough to impact the color of my teeth. Using this kit has definitely made a difference, and my teeth do look more white after using this kit for a couple of weeks. Luster claims that you will notice a difference after just three days, but I was so busy at work that I wasn't paying a lot of attention to my teeth the first few days of use, and therefore I can't say whether there was a notable difference in the first three days that I used these toothpastes. The AM Toothpaste is a blue minty gel, and the PM Toothpaste is a white minty paste. The former is a bit more mild than the latter– which is definitely a stronger overnight toothpaste formulated to really target pesky stains.
According to Luster,
Luster AM/PM is intended for daily use and designed around morning and nighttime dental hygiene needs. The system includes two toothpastes. Use Luster AM in the morning for fresher breath and visibly whiter teeth after just one brushing. At night use Luster PM to put stubborn teeth stains to bed with 2X more whitening power to safely remove stains. Of course, the formulas also contain fluoride to fight cavities. They toothpastes are sulfate-free as well! All in all, you get professional grade peroxide-based whitening, clean teeth, fresh breath, cavity protection and stronger enamel, all with this kit!
Claims:
* Twice a day whitening system to whiter teeth—up to 3 shades in 3 days!
* AM: Start your day with fresher breath and visibly whiter teeth after just one brushing.
* PM: Put stubborn teeth stains to bed with 2X more whitening power to safely remove stains.
Kit includes: Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste AM INSTANTLY WHITEN - Mint, Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste PM REMOVE DEEP STAINS - Mint
WARNINGS: Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If you have sensitive teeth, and have had trouble finding a peroxide-free whitener that actually works, then POPWHITE is a brand worthy of your consideration. It is a nice alternative to conventional whitening strips– which often are too aggressive for sensitive teeth. I have fairly sensitive teeth, but I can tolerate some conventional whitening strips, but I find that POPWHITE is far more gentle on my teeth, and it never triggers any sensitivity whatsoever. I have found that it takes a little longer to work than conventional whiteners, but it is definitely worth it of me since it is much kinder to my teeth.
About POPWHITE,
POPWHITE uses color correction, not peroxide. Due to the nature of color perception, complementary colors, such as purple and yellow, cancel each other out. POPWHITE features multi-benefit oral care products infused with a proven purple formula to reduce the visibility of yellow dental stains. Conventional whitening products rely on peroxide, a type of bleach. In order to whiten teeth, peroxide breaks up stain molecules in dental enamel. However, in doing so peroxide wears down the enamel and causes tooth sensitivity.
POPWHITE Whitening Primer Toothpaste ($24.00 for 4 oz. from POPWHITE, Dermstore, Amazon and Ahalife): This beautiful royal purple toothpaste, which does not stain the teeth at all, gently cleans teeth, removes stains, freshens and refreshes the breath and reduces plaque and tartar.
According to POPWHITE,
A whitening toothpaste that brightens and polishes teeth. Whitening Primer Toothpaste by POPWHITE is specially formulated to keep your teeth shining and bright. Crafted with peppermint and coconut oil, this toothpaste freshens breath while reducing plaque and tartar.
POPWHITE Whitening Toner Oral Rinse ($24.00 from PopWhite, Dermstore and Ahalife): This oral rinse is formulated for use following brushing. It leaves teeth and breath fresh and clean, and is the final whitening and brightening step to bolster the effects of the Whitening Primer Toothpaste. It is important to note that it does not stain the teeth or gums.
According to POPWHITE,
An oral rinse that freshens breath while reducing plaque and tartar. Get ready to put your smile in the spotlight with POPWHITE Whitening Toner Oral Rinse. Infused with peppermint and coconut oil, this oral rinse freshens breath while reducing plaque and tartar.
Claims:
• Dazzling white smile
• Glossy bright teeth
• Silky polished finish
• Beautiful fresh breath
• Sensitivity free
Directions: After brushing with POPWHITE Primer Toothpaste, rinse thoroughly using POPWHITE Toner Oral Rinse. For best results, twice a day, every day, brush with POPWHITE Primer and rinse with POPWHITE Toner.
Key Ingredients: • Xylitol: reduces plaque and tartar and protects enamel • Coconut Oil: leaves a glossy sheen on the surface of teeth • Hydrated Silica: removes surface stains • Peppermint Oil: Freshens breath
Overall Assessment: I really appreciate this whitening system since it is effective and it is gentle on my sensitive teeth. It is peroxide-free, gluten-free, vegetarian and it is manufactured in the USA.
You may be familiar with the natural soaps and deodorants that are made by Schmidt's, but you may not know that they also make five natural toothpastes as well. I have been using natural toothpastes for years, though not exclusively, and I was excited to try these, and was intrigued by the flavors.
Each of them perfectly embody their chosen names, but their flavors aren't overpowering. These are a great choice for people who are trying to avoid SLS, PEG, artificial sweeteners, flavors and dyes in their toothpastes, but who also desire a toothpaste that freshens breath, helps to whiten teeth and helps fight plaque and tartar. All five flavors leave my teeth feeling very clean without leaving my sensitive teeth feeling vulnerable. Additionally, they leave my mouth feeling clean and refreshed– and that pleasant feeling lasts for quite a while.
According to Schmidt’s,
Schmidt’s is committed to pushing the category forward with formulas that stand out for their innovative plant and mineral-based ingredients—without compromising on efficacy or user experience. It’s the mantra that inspired us to help change the way you think about deodorant, clean up your soap game, and now help you brush (your teeth) with greatness. Introducing Schmidt’s Tooth + Mouth Paste, an extraordinary new oral care formula powered by special ingredients you just don’t see in everyday pastes. We’ve included vitamins, superfood extracts like goji berry and pomegranate, organic aloe leaf juice, CoQ10, and magnolia bark extract while staying free from controversial toothpaste ingredients like SLS, PEG, artificial sweeteners, flavors and dyes. Our plant-powered formulas help to freshen breath and whiten teeth with regular brushing, encouraging a clean, healthy mouth… and then some.
Available in the following flavors:
Wondermint: Enticingly cool and crisp—without the bitter aftertaste. A fresh and modern take on classic mint.
Activated Charcoal with Wondermint: Our signature Wondermint flavor with the addition of activated charcoal. An appealing onyx grey toothpaste color from the addition of charcoal. Not a dark black paste.
Vanilla Chai: Pleasantly warming and mildly spicy, balanced by lightly sweet vanilla. With fragrant accents of cardamom, ginger, and clove. Might just beat your favorite latte.
Coconut + Lime: Mild tropical coconut balanced with citrusy lime notes, and an undertone of cool mint.
Jasmine + Spearmint: Delicately balanced for fresh and sophisticated natural flavor, without overwhelming the palate.
Overall Assessment: If you use, or would like to use, natural toothpastes, then I definitely recommend trying these. Click here to find a retailer in your area.
The Makeup Wars! team is currently featuring our beauty travel picks, and since I travel a lot, I wanted to share my idea of perfect beauty travel companions. I used to travel with far too many products, and often even carried full-size containers, but I found it far too cumbersome, and quite frankly a waste of space. Therefore, I prefer to carry deluxe travel sizes whenever possible. I tend to streamline my makeup, and carry only the bare minimum in my purse (eye pencil, mascara, lipstick, lip balm, sunscreen and tinted moisturizer), but my skincare, haircare and other essentials are always carried in my overnight travel bag, and that is what I will feature here.
African Botanics Departures Essentials Set ($225.00 from African Botanics and Credo Beauty): This is the ultimate travel set for anyone who loves ultra-luxe green skincare. African Botanics is the holiest of holy grail skincare for me, and therefore I use their products every single day. This set is perfect for me since I already use all of these products, and that means that I don't have to decant from my full size products into travel sizes (until I need to refill them). Below you will find a link to my review of each of the products in this set.
According to African Botanics,
Maintain glowing and healthy skin while traveling and exploring the world. Contains 7 luxury, travel-sized essentials to keep your skin supple, replenished, plump and well hydrated. Pure Marula Cleansing Oil, Baobab Clay Oxygenating Cleanser, Buchu Botanical Enzyme polish, Rose Treatment Essence and Mineral Cleansing Mask all work together to reinvigorate tired skin and improve the overall appearance of your complexion. Rich in antioxidants, Neroli infused Marula Oil and Intense Skin Repair Balm help regenerate cells, reduce redness leaving your complexion glowing. This magnificent handwoven travel purse is crafted from authentic West African mud cloth (bògòlanfini) that reflects the centuries-old art of mud dyeing cotton and embellishing it with distinctive tribal patterns.
TATCHA Travel Must-Haves: TATCHA is such a beloved brand, and I always have several of their products with me when I travel.
TATCHA SILKEN Pore Perfecting Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 (reviewed HERE) ($68.00 for 2 oz. from TATCHA,Barneys New York and Sephora): This is a very effective sunscreen that is also available in a travel size, and when I know that I will be traveling for more than a few days, I tend to carry the full size tube in my travel bag and the travel size in my purse to reapply throughout the day.
TATCHA Luminous Dewy Mist (reviewed HERE) ($48.00 for 1.35 fl oz. from TATCHA, Sephora, Violet Greyand Barneys New York): This luxurious mist is he perfect refreshing pick-me-up while traveling, and it is especially wonderful to keep skin hydrated, soft and luminous during flights.
TATCHA Indigo Soothing Silk Hand Cream (reviewed HERE) ($38.00 for 2 oz. from TATCHA, Barneys New York and Violet Grey): This hand cream is such a treat to dry hands, and it effortlessly heals even the most chapped and irritated hands. This is one of my favorite products to take when I travel, and it leaves hands gloriously soft and smooth.
LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant Sport Luxe Travel Size (Reviewed HERE) ($8.00-$9.00 for for 1 oz. and $16.00 for 1.8 oz. from Sephora, Ulta and Dermstore): This is such an effective, and healthy deodorant, and it's perfect for travel both in its diminutive size and in its formulation. Intended for people with active lifestyles, this deodorant offers protection even through a vigorous workout. The scent is a crisp floral that is warmed up by vanilla, and it is delicious!
According to LAVANILA,
This deodorant was created for life in motion. Lavanilla’s proprietary, award-winning beta glucan technology is infused with SmartSport™ for high-performance defense and nourishment, and bursts with long-lasting vanilla breeze freshness. SmartSport technology blends antibacterial, antimicrobial, and nourishing actives including rosemary, sage, Japanese green tea, and organic baking soda and has been tested under extreme conditions to break down sweat molecules and deliver superior, invisible, all-natural odor protection. The crisp vanilla breeze scent blends white jasmine with watery honeydew, green apple and a whisper of powdery vanilla.
This product is also free of harsh chemicals, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, aluminum, silicone, petrochemicals, propylene glycol, mineral oil, formaldehyde, and synthetic fragrance or dyes.
A refreshing, creamy toothpaste in a mint flavor that whitens and protects teeth while freshening breath. Featuring a sharp taste of cool mint for a pleasant and lasting freshness, this toothpaste carries out a whitening activity on your teeth for a beautiful, brighter smile. This original Marvis formula whitens and protects teeth, freshens breath, and helps prevent tooth decay, tartar, and plaque. It delivers a long-lasting, delightful flavor with a slight tingling sensation, and comes in a distinctive, display-worthy tube that makes the perfect bathroom accessory.
Cuvée Beauty Everyday Essence Travel Kit ($30.00 for three 1.7 oz. bottles from Cuvée Beauty, Cult Beauty and Dermstore): This is the perfect haircare travel set. It contains a wonderful color-safe shampoo and conditioner along a antioxidant and nutrient-rich treatment. They are the perfect size, at 1.7 oz. each, which is perfect if you are gone for more than a couple of days.
According to Cuvée Beauty,
Three deluxe travel-sizes to give the real girl a complete Cuvée Beauty experience. Each limited edition kit includes Shampoo, Conditioner and Première Treatment--the foundational steps to hair health--as well as some new tips & tricks for amazing results. Do check out the back of the kit for a loyalty reward offer because our Turn Up the Volume summer campaign is still in action!
Features:
Weightless formula
Anti-oxidant protection
Helps balance the scalp’s ecosystem
Protects & strengthens hair
Sulfate-free. Paraben-free. Pthalate-free. Cruelty-free.
Safe for color and chemically-treated hair
Note: Première Treatment, 1.7oz is exclusively available only in Everyday Essence Kit
Overall Assessment: I love all of these products and since I use them when I am at home, I really like traveling with deluxe travel sizes as well. What do you like to take on your travels?
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