{"id":2287,"date":"2026-01-25T13:51:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T13:51:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cheapticketboom.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/25\/the-best-mouthwash\/"},"modified":"2026-01-25T13:51:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T13:51:02","slug":"the-best-mouthwash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cheapticketboom.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/25\/the-best-mouthwash\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Mouthwash"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"main_content\" class=\"col p-0\">\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"d-flex align-items-center\">\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/2\/461702_18833_XSS.jpg\" class=\"rounded-circle img-fluid\" alt=\"Ben Applebaum-Bauch\" title=\"Ben Applebaum-Bauch\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\">\n             <\/div>\n<div class=\"flex-grow-1 ms-3\">\n             By Ben Applebaum-Bauch  \u22c5 Review Editor\u00a0 \u22c5 \u00a0<span class=\"small\">Updated June 19, 2023<\/span>\n             <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"summary_larger pt-2\">\n<div class=\"articletext\">\n<p>We researched more than two dozen products before selecting the 9 best mouthwash options available today. We rinsed, spit, and repeated, using all of these products in our own homes for an extensive period of side-by-side testing. We analyzed these mouthwashes for their cleaning power, protection against bacterial growth, fresh-breath potency, and overall taste and comfort. With so many similar products on the market, it can be overwhelming to decide which is the right option for your own hygiene. Our hands-on testing allows us to deliver expert advice on which mouthwash to choose for the freshest breath, the best protection, or which ones will simply get the job done for the right price.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve also tested the top electric toothbrushes and the best toothbrush heads to go with them. Our gear experts have also compiled reviews of vital personal care items, covering everything from the top-rated thermometers to the best razors and electric razors.\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>        <\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\" style=\"position: relative; padding: 0 50px 0 0;\">\n<div class=\"row mt-1\">\n<div class=\"col-12\">\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<h2>Our Top Picks<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"row justify-content-around\">\n<div style=\"width: calc(100%); position: relative;\" class=\"p-0\">\n            <button id=\"awd_leftButton\" class=\"awd_leftButton\" onclick=\"document.getElementById('awd-cards-wrapper').scrollBy(-250,0)\"><br \/>\n            <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-circle-left\" style=\"font-size:64px;opacity:0.2;\"><\/i><br \/>\n            <\/button>    <\/p>\n<div id=\"awd-cards-wrapper\" class=\"container-fluid py-3 px-0 awd-cards-wrapper\" style=\"overflow-x:scroll; overflow-y:hidden; height: 381px !important; width: calc(100% - 25px); -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\">\n<div class=\"d-flex flex-row flex-nowrap\" style=\"height: 341px !important; width: calc(100% - 55px);\">\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best Overall Mouthwash<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461333_26488_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best Overall Mouthwash\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$9.00<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best for Freshest Breath<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461338_21463_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best for Freshest Breath\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Tom&#8217;s of Maine Wicked Fresh<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$39<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Best Bang for the Buck<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/25\/484028_5902_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Best Bang for the Buck\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Amazon Basics Antiseptic<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\">Check Price at Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Excellent for Kids<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_37x86.png\" width=\"86\" height=\"37\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461332_20610_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Excellent for Kids\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$5.00<\/span> List<br \/>Check Price at Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Great Whitening Option without Alcohol<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461337_29527_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Great Whitening Option without Alcohol\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Colgate Optic White<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$33<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Great for Sensitive Mouths<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461335_28891_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Great for Sensitive Mouths\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$14.00<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Another Good Option for Fresh Breath<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461322_27876_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Another Good Option for Fresh Breath\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">TheraBreath Fresh Breath<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$32<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">Effectively Cleans Surface Bacteria<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461320_18187_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for Effectively Cleans Surface Bacteria\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Listerine Total Care Alcohol Free<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$15.00<\/span> List<br \/>Check Amazon <span class=\"small\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card h-100 mx-2\" style=\"min-width:240px !important; width:240px !important; margin-right: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" style=\"min-height:55px;--bs-card-cap-bg:#FCF3E3;\">An Alcohol Free Mouthwash<\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:0 0 0 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:inline; position:absolute; top:-4px; left:0; z-index:1000;\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461336_6548_M2.jpg\" class=\"card-img-top img-responsive object-fit-cover\" style=\"height: 144px; width: 240px;\" alt=\"Lead photo for An Alcohol Free Mouthwash\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\" style=\"max-height: 130px; --bs-card-spacer-y:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"h5 card-title\" style=\"display:block; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom:8px;\">Crest ProHealth Advanced Alcohol Free Extra Deep<\/div>\n<p class=\"card-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">$33<\/span> List<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">Jump to Details \u2193<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>            <button class=\"awd_rightButton\" onclick=\"awd_rightScroll()\"><br \/>\n            <i class=\"fa fa-chevron-circle-right\" style=\"font-size:64px;opacity:0.2;\"><\/i><br \/>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"articletext\">\n<h2>Best Mouthwashs<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best Overall Mouthwash<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461333_26488_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461333_26488_M2.jpg 283w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461333_26488_L2.jpg 566w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"269\" height=\"300\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 269 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 1x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Easy dosing cup<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Effective cleaning<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">No burn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">May taste too sweet for some<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint mouthwash took the cake as our overall favorite option. This product offers excellent protection, effective cleaning, and minty fresh breath. We appreciate that it includes an easy-dose cup, making it much easier to get the right amount every time. Finally, if you&#8217;re one of those folks who hate the burn of alcohol from traditional mouthwashes, there&#8217;s no alcohol in this one, making it a less abrasive option. <\/p>\n<p>We didn&#8217;t have any real complaints about this mouthwash. If you enjoy the typical tingly feeling left by mouthwashes with alcohol, know that this product will not leave that. We like the ACT because it does just about everything mouthwash should do with no real downsides.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This mouthwash comes with a self-dosing cup, no burn, and a powerful clean.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463166_15142_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463166_15142_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463166_15142_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this mouthwash comes with a self-dosing cup, no burn, and a powerful...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This mouthwash comes with a self-dosing cup, no burn, and a powerful clean. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best for Freshest Breath<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Tom&#8217;s of Maine Wicked Fresh<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461338_21463_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461338_21463_M2.jpg 299w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461338_21463_L2.jpg 598w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"285\" height=\"300\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 285 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/editors-choice_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Editors' Choice Award\" title=\"Awarded to the very best overall products\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 1x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Fresh breath<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Natural ingredients<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Tannic feel<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">No cap measurer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Tom&#8217;s of Maine Wicked Fresh left our breath smelling great. We were pleasantly surprised by the cleaning power that it packs. We observed a notable reduction in visible plaque on tooth surfaces and between premolars and molars. The cool mountain mint flavor was powerful but not overwhelming, as is usually the case with Tom&#8217;s products, and we did not experience any burning or tingling sensation when using this product.<\/p>\n<p>There is no easy way to measure the recommended amount since the cap is large, and the bottle does not come with a self-dosing cup. Similar to some other products, we also noticed that this one left our mouths temporarily dry feeling. However, if fresh breath is what you are after, the slightly sweet menthol punch of this <strong>Tom&#8217;s of Maine<\/strong> mouthwash is worth trying out.  <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>We found that this wash with natural ingredients left our breath feeling fresh.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463163_1638_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463163_1638_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463163_1638_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - we found that this wash with natural ingredients left our breath...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">We found that this wash with natural ingredients left our breath feeling fresh. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Best Bang for the Buck<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Amazon Basics Antiseptic<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/25\/484028_5902_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/25\/484028_5902_M2.jpg 277w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/36\/25\/484028_5902_L2.jpg 553w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"263\" height=\"300\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 263 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/best-buy_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Best Buy Award\" title=\"Offers the most bang-for-the-buck\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> Yes, 21.6% | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 30 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Protects against bacteria growth<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Inexpensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Burns<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Leaves iron-y feel<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\">This product was previously housed under Amazon&#8217;s Solimo brand, but has since been rebranded to their Amazon Basics line.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Amazon Basics Antiseptic is an excellent budget-friendly option that achieves its primary objectives of cleaner teeth and fresher breath. During our cleaning test, it did admirably, removing a notable amount of plaque from between premolars. It also prevented bacteria from growing in any notable amount during our cultivation test. This product can also typically be found at a comparatively low price.<\/p>\n<p>On the downside, it burned the most out of any product in the lineup. Its high alcohol content made for a high-tingle experience. We also found that it temporarily left a tannic feeling, like it somehow dried out our teeth. In terms of smell, it is undoubtedly an improvement over bad breath, but our testers did not find that it smelled <em>good<\/em>; it is, in fact, somewhat chemically. However, because of its effectiveness at what counts the most, this one is worth looking into if you need to rinse and spit on a budget.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This alcohol-based product burns, but cleans and protects like we would expect.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463165_4440_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463165_4440_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463165_4440_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this alcohol-based product burns, but cleans and protects like we...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This alcohol-based product burns, but cleans and protects like we would expect. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Excellent for Kids<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461332_20610_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461332_20610_M2.jpg 291w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461332_20610_L2.jpg 582w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"277\" height=\"300\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:225px; aspect-ratio: 277 \/ 300;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align: center;\">\n<div class=\"award_logo_right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/images\/top-pick_47x107.png\" width=\"107\" height=\"47\" alt=\"Top Pick Award\" title=\"The best for a specific application\" style=\"width: auto;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 1x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Easy dosing bottle<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">No alcohol<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Comparatively inexpensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Numbs mouth<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Kid-specific flavors<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride is our pick for kids&#8217; good oral hygiene habits. We appreciate the easy-dose bottle that allows you to squeeze out just the right amount into a small chamber at the top. We found that the no-alcohol formula doesn&#8217;t burn, and the fruity flavors are kid-friendly, as is the shape of the bottle.<\/p>\n<p>On the downside, most adults who tried out this product during testing thought it tasted pretty bad. The \u201c<em>Groovy Grape<\/em>\u201d flavor we tested did not leave us feeling fresh at all. Despite the lack of alcohol, it still temporarily left our mouths slightly numbed. This product is unquestionably for kids and comes with the flavors and engaging packaging to stand up to the test.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>We don&#8217;t love the taste of this product, but it does have a self-dosing cup and offers solid cleaning power.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463162_23081_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463162_23081_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463162_23081_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - we don&#039;t love the taste of this product, but it does have a...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">We don&#8217;t love the taste of this product, but it does have a self-dosing cup and offers solid cleaning power. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Great Whitening Option without Alcohol<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Colgate Optic White<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461337_29527_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461337_29527_M2.jpg 320w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461337_29527_L2.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"295\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 295;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">No alcohol<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Foaming<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Whitening<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Large cap not useful for dosing<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Expands and can drip out as it foams<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Colgate Optic White offers the benefits of a hydrogen peroxide formula with the addition of whitening. Its foamy formula gets between teeth, and the lack of alcohol means that there is no burning sensation involved. We found that it was fairly effective at cleaning between back teeth and prevented new bacteria from growing on a petri dish.<\/p>\n<p>Our testers felt the <strong>Colgate Optic White<\/strong> had a very strong flavor that isn&#8217;t connected to fresher breath, and some did not enjoy it. We also found that the cap is large and not terribly helpful for dosing. However, at the end of the day, this one is a good option for those looking for a whitening option without the abrasiveness of alcohol.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This foaming whitening wash has a distinctive taste that not everyone will enjoy, but still gets the job done.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463169_9775_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463169_9775_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463169_9775_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this foaming whitening wash has a distinctive taste that not...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This foaming whitening wash has a distinctive taste that not everyone will enjoy, but still gets the job done. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Great for Sensitive Mouths<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461335_28891_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461335_28891_M2.jpg 334w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461335_28891_L2.jpg 668w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"283\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 283;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 30 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Feels gentle<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Cleans effectively<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Expensive<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Smells like chlorine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial is a solid cleaner that is gentle on sensitive mouths. It is one of the rare products with a cap and bottle shape that is relatively useful for dosing (though there are still no marked lines to know <em>exactly<\/em> what the right amount is). Its alcohol-free formula does not burn, and it has a very mild taste and soothing quality if you find yourself with a canker sore.<\/p>\n<p>On the downside, we were a little perplexed by the cleaning outcomes that we observed. This cleaner did not do an exceptional job at removing plaque and stains from the surfaces of teeth, and it was one of the few products that allowed a visible bacteria colony to grow on our test plate. Some of our testers also noted that it smells mildly chlorinated, like a swimming pool. Despite these drawbacks, if you have sensitive gums or prefer gentler oral hygiene products, this rinse is one to keep in your medicine cabinet.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This wash for sensitive mouths has a very mild taste and won&#8217;t leave your gums burning.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463164_29810_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463164_29810_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463164_29810_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this wash for sensitive mouths has a very mild taste and won&#039;t leave...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This wash for sensitive mouths has a very mild taste and won&#8217;t leave your gums burning. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Another Good Option for Fresh Breath<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">TheraBreath Fresh Breath<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461322_27876_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461322_27876_M2.jpg 318w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461322_27876_L2.jpg 636w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"297\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 297;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 90 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Innocuous taste<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">ADA accepted<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Expensive<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Small bottle<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The TheraBreath Fresh Breath is a unique product that leaves breath fairly neutral smelling. This could be a good option for those sensitive to strong flavors or smells since it is an all-around mild wash. It proved to be up to the task of preventing new bacterial growth and did an adequate job of removing plaque.<\/p>\n<p>When used as directed, this product will get used up quickly. You are meant to rinse in two cycles (once to clean your mouth, a second time to gargle) twice a day. In addition to the typically loftier price per ounce, we used it up four times faster than other products. It has a fairly bland taste \u2014 mostly like really soft water. If you want to eliminate bad breath without the extremely minty flavor typical of other brands, this potent formula will get the job done.  <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This product is effective, but when used as directed, you can go through it very quickly.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463170_19099_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463170_19099_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463170_19099_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this product is effective, but when used as directed, you can go...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This product is effective, but when used as directed, you can go through it very quickly. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t8\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Effectively Cleans Surface Bacteria<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Listerine Total Care Alcohol Free<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461320_18187_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461320_18187_M2.jpg 333w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461320_18187_L2.jpg 666w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"284\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 284;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">Check price at Amazon <span class=\"small\" style=\"color:#FFF;\"><i>(on sale!)<\/i><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Cleans surface stains<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Inexpensive<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Slight tingle<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Tastes like cleaner chemicals<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Listerine Total Care Alcohol Free cleans surface bacteria effectively. It also prevented any visible bacteria colonies from growing in our protection test. We appreciate that it tends to fall on the less expensive side as well. Though we have more to say about the odor that it leaves behind, it does at least conceal bad breath.<\/p>\n<p>Many testers found this product to be a little <em>too<\/em> much. It has big \u201c<em>dentist office<\/em>\u201d energy and tastes like chemicals. It also leaves behind a slight tingle, which undoes the supposed benefit of an alcohol-free formula. However, for a low-cost product with several intact benefits that you would expect from a mouthwash, we would certainly use it if this is what we had on hand.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This alcohol-free wash still left our mouths feeling just a little bit tingly.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463167_8877_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463167_8877_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463167_8877_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - this alcohol-free wash still left our mouths feeling just a little...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This alcohol-free wash still left our mouths feeling just a little bit tingly. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"border border-dark-subtle mb-3 mt-2\">\n<div class=\"px-3 pt-3 pb-2 w-100\">\n<div class=\"award_left_rating\">\n<div class=\"award_rating\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t9\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_rating\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #000; font-size: 1.5rem;\">An Alcohol Free Mouthwash<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #555; font-size: 1.25rem;\">Crest ProHealth Advanced Alcohol Free Extra Deep<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"hrSage\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"px-3 award_table\" style=\"display: table; width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"award_left_col\" style=\"vertical-align:top; text-align:center; \">\n<div class=\"award_logo_left\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"z-index:1;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461336_6548_M.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461336_6548_M2.jpg 367w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/33\/98\/461336_6548_L2.jpg 734w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"300\" height=\"258\" alt=\"mouthwash\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 300 \/ 258;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"award_right_col\" style=\"vertical-align:middle; text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"margin-top: 14px;\">\n<div class=\"price_button\" data-role=\"none\"><span class=\"seeit\">See It<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Contains Alcohol:<\/strong> No | <strong>Recommended Use:<\/strong> 2x daily, 60 sec<\/p>\n<div class=\"plusminus_wrap\">\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO BUY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Fluoride for strong enamel<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconProText\">Alcohol-free<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"plusminus\">\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 0;\"><strong>REASONS TO AVOID<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Expensive<\/div>\n<div class=\"iconConText\">Cap not effective for dosing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Crest ProHealth Advanced Alcohol Free Extra Deep is an alcohol-free mouthwash with fluoride to protect and strengthen tooth enamel. Our testers found that this formula did not burn and did as good a job as any other product at preventing new bacteria from growing. The taste is strong but not overpowering and is a good option for people looking for a tolerable mouthwash.<\/p>\n<p>We saw some of the least visible plaque removal with this product. We are also slightly annoyed by the bottle cap. It is large and configured in such a way that it not only doesn&#8217;t actively facilitate proper dosing but makes it almost impossible without dripping some mouthwash onto the bathroom counter when replacing it. However, for a product that offers multi-point protection and cleaning, this one is still a worthwhile addition to a medicine cabinet.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>This wash is reasonably effective, though we did find that the cap was not helpful.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463171_25130_XL.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463171_25130_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463171_25130_L2.jpg 830w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463171_25130_XL.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463171_25130_XXL.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"mouthwash - this wash is reasonably effective, though we did find that the cap...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 1024 \/ 768;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">This wash is reasonably effective, though we did find that the cap was not helpful. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Why Trust GearLab<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>At GearLab, we research and thoroughly test the products we review and purchase everything at retail price. For this review, we used each product dozens of times and ran various experiments with them. We used plaque-identifying tablets to assess before-use and after-use results, observed how much each product curbed growth in bacteria samples, and did some classic <em>how-does-my-breath-smell<\/em> tests for fresh breath.<\/p>\n<p>Ben Applebaum-Bauch heads up this review. Ben has been testing home goods and consumer products for GearLab for over three years. In that time, he has worked his way through various personal hygiene products and home goods, from candles and facial tissues to electric razors and toothbrush heads. He always remembers to rinse with mouthwash daily.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blogTip\">\n<div class=\"blogTipText\">We are not dental professionals. Our testing is conducted in &#8216;everyday use&#8217; environments. Claims about product efficacy are limited to our own observations.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"photonormal\">\n<div id=\"photoab_1106144036\" class=\"carousel slide\" style=\"margin-bottom: 100px; padding:0;\">\n<div class=\"carousel-inner\">\n<div class=\"carousel-item active\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463177_26222_L2.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"\" class=\"d-block w-100\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"carousel-item\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463158_25200_L2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463158_25200_S.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"the alcohol-free formula of the crest prohealth mouthwash has a...\" class=\"d-block w-100 lazy\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<div class=\"photo-caption mt-2 mb-3\">The alcohol-free formula of the Crest ProHealth mouthwash has a strong taste, but doesn&#8217;t have the same burn or sting that you can expect from other alcoholic options. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"carousel-item\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463161_8785_L2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463161_8785_S.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"596\" alt=\"\" class=\"d-block w-100 lazy\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:503px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 596;\">            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>  <button class=\"carousel-control-prev\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1106144036\" data-bs-slide=\"prev\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-prev-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Previous<\/span>  <\/button>  <button class=\"carousel-control-next\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1106144036\" data-bs-slide=\"next\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-next-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Next<\/span>  <\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"carousel-indicators\" style=\"padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;  margin-right: 5%;  margin-left: 5%; margin-bottom: -80px; height: 80px\">    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1106144036\" data-bs-slide-to=\"0\" class=\"active\" aria-current=\"true\" aria-label=\"Slide 1\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463177_26222_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 1\">    <\/button>    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1106144036\" data-bs-slide-to=\"1\" aria-label=\"Slide 2\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463158_25200_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 2\">    <\/button>    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1106144036\" data-bs-slide-to=\"2\" aria-label=\"Slide 3\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463161_8785_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 3\">    <\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Analysis and Test Results<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>We identified four primary metrics to compare our mouthwash contenders. These include cleaning ability, protection, fresh breath, and comfort. Below, we define each metric and outline the results of our review.<\/p>\n<h3>Cleaning<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>By cleaning, we mean how effectively each product removes plaque that is already on teeth and gums. We used plaque-disclosing tablets to highlight the gunk in our mouths, then used each product and made observations about each one&#8217;s effectiveness.  <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Most products were fairly effective at visibly reducing the amount of plaque on and between teeth.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463175_128_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463175_128_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463175_128_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - most products were fairly effective at visibly reducing the amount...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Most products were fairly effective at visibly reducing the amount of plaque on and between teeth. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The top tier in this metric proved to be the <strong>ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint<\/strong>. After using as directed, it removed a visible amount of plaque from both flat tooth surfaces and harder-to-reach areas in between molars and premolars. Other top performers include <strong>CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial<\/strong> and <strong>Amazon Basics Antiseptic<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<div class=\"photonormal\">\n<div id=\"photoab_1010069356\" class=\"carousel slide\" style=\"margin-bottom: 100px; padding:0;\">\n<div class=\"carousel-inner\">\n<div class=\"carousel-item active\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463173_7689_L2.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"the disclosing tab highlights plaque between the lower canine and...\" class=\"d-block w-100\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<div class=\"photo-caption mt-2 mb-3\">The disclosing tab highlights plaque between the lower canine and first premolar. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"carousel-item\">\n<div style=\"display:flex; width:100%; justify-content: center;\">            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463172_733_L2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463172_733_S.jpg\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"after rinsing, much of the visible plaque between the lower canine...\" class=\"d-block w-100 lazy\" style=\"max-width: 700px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:525px; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\">            <\/div>\n<div class=\"photo-caption mt-2 mb-3\">After rinsing, much of the visible plaque between the lower canine and first premolar is gone. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>  <button class=\"carousel-control-prev\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1010069356\" data-bs-slide=\"prev\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-prev-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Previous<\/span>  <\/button>  <button class=\"carousel-control-next\" type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1010069356\" data-bs-slide=\"next\">    <span class=\"carousel-control-next-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>    <span class=\"visually-hidden\">Next<\/span>  <\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"carousel-indicators\" style=\"padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;  margin-right: 5%;  margin-left: 5%; margin-bottom: -80px; height: 80px\">    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1010069356\" data-bs-slide-to=\"0\" class=\"active\" aria-current=\"true\" aria-label=\"Slide 1\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463173_7689_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 1\">    <\/button>    <button type=\"button\" data-bs-target=\"#photoab_1010069356\" data-bs-slide-to=\"1\" aria-label=\"Slide 2\" style=\"border:0; height:100%; width: 80px;\">      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"d-block w-100\" src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463172_733_XS.jpg\" alt=\"Button for slide 2\">    <\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Following very closely behind are the <strong>Colgate Optic White<\/strong>, <strong>ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride<\/strong>, <strong>Tom&#8217;s of Main Wicked Fresh<\/strong>, and <strong>TheraBreath Fresh Breath<\/strong>, which were all highly effective but left behind just slightly more gunk between teeth.<\/p>\n<h3>Protection<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Besides removing bacteria and plaque, mouthwashes also typically claim to <em>prevent<\/em> bacteria from growing. By protection, we mean exactly that quality \u2014 the ability of each mouthwash to limit new plaque-causing bacteria from flourishing. <\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>The products in this category prevented a significant amount of bacteria regrowth.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463160_25581_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463160_25581_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463160_25581_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - the products in this category prevented a significant amount of...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">The products in this category prevented a significant amount of bacteria regrowth. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>During testing, we found that almost all of the products lived up to their claims. The majority prevented any noticeable bacteria colonies from growing when we cultivated them in an agar dish. Only two products, the <strong>CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial<\/strong> and <strong>TheraBreath Fresh Breath<\/strong>, permitted any visible bacterial growth at all. And every product easily outperformed the control. Our testing showed that the products in this category performed fairly uniformly for all regular intents and purposes.<\/p>\n<h3>Fresh Breath<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Fresh breath is relatively straightforward. How much better does your breath smell before using the product than after? How long does the smell last? How much better does one product make your breath smell versus another?<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>In practice, we found that the activities of daily life (e.g. eating, drinking, sleeping) meant that breath did not stay fresh all day with these products.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463174_11664_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463174_11664_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463174_11664_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - in practice, we found that the activities of daily life (e.g...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">In practice, we found that the activities of daily life (e.g. eating, drinking, sleeping) meant that breath did not stay fresh all day with these products. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint<\/strong> seemed to easily neutralize bad breath. The <strong>Tom&#8217;s of Maine Wicked Fresh<\/strong> wash was a pleasant surprise that left our breath smelling slightly sweet but very fresh.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>A lot of bad breath can be caused by tongue bacteria, so it&#8217;s important to make sure the wash makes it all around your mouth.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463178_15589_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463178_15589_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463178_15589_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - a lot of bad breath can be caused by tongue bacteria, so it&#039;s...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">A lot of bad breath can be caused by tongue bacteria, so it&#8217;s important to make sure the wash makes it all around your mouth. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Contenders like the <strong>Colgate Optic White<\/strong>, <strong>TheraBreath Fresh Breath<\/strong>, <strong>CloSYS Sensitive Antimicrobial<\/strong>, <strong>Amazon Basics Antiseptic<\/strong>, and <strong>Listerine Total Care Alcohol-Free<\/strong> got rid of bad breath but also replaced it with something that wasn&#8217;t necessarily <em>good<\/em> smelling. Each of these products left a more chemical odor than a fresh scent. The <strong>ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride<\/strong> groovy grape flavor that we tested was found by adults to be far too sweet-smelling and generally unenjoyable.<\/p>\n<h3>Comfort &#038; Taste<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Mouthwashes come in different formulas with different base compounds. Some products cause a &#8216;burning&#8217; sensation and, quite frankly, hurt to use. Comfort takes into account the user experience of each product. That is, how painless\/painful it is to use it and how easy it is to dose out. Taste is also about experience and relies on broad qualitative observations.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div>\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Some products use alcohol in their formula, which can be uncomfortable and burn.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463179_20029_L2.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463179_20029_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/17\/463179_20029_L2.jpg 830w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"830\" height=\"623\" alt=\"mouthwash - some products use alcohol in their formula, which can be...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 830 \/ 623;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Some products use alcohol in their formula, which can be uncomfortable and burn. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Once again, the <strong>ACT Anticavity Fluoride Mint<\/strong> takes a top spot in this metric for its zero-alcohol, totally burn-free formula, easy-dosing cup, and sweet but clean taste. Following very close behind are the <strong>Tom&#8217;s of Main Wicked Fresh<\/strong>and <strong>Colgate Optic White<\/strong>, which also did not burn at all.<\/p>\n<p>A few products, like the <strong>Crest ProHealth Advanced Alcohol-Free Extra Deep<\/strong> and <strong>ACT Kids Anticavity Fluoride<\/strong>, have no (or low) alcohol formulas but still tingled, stung, or otherwise did not taste pleasant. The <strong>Amazon Basics Antiseptic<\/strong> has a potent alcohol content that stung during use.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"photonormal\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class='fb-photo-caption'>Self-dosing cups are a nice perk that make it a no-brainer to get the right amount of wash every time.<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='fb-photo-credit'>Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463159_2924_XL.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%20200%20150'%2F%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463159_2924_M2.jpg 415w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463159_2924_L2.jpg 830w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463159_2924_XL.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/djd1xqjx2kdnv.cloudfront.net\/photos\/34\/16\/463159_2924_XXL.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"100vw\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"mouthwash - self-dosing cups are a nice perk that make it a no-brainer to get...\" class=\"lazy photo-center\" style=\"max-width:100%; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:100%; aspect-ratio: 1024 \/ 768;\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"content_table_xwide\">\n<div class=\"photo-caption\">Self-dosing cups are a nice perk that make it a no-brainer to get the right amount of wash every time. \u00a0 <span class=\"photo-credit\">Credit: Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s to a healthy smile. Whether you are looking for powerfully fresh breath or a mouthwash that won&#8217;t leave your mouth burning, we hope that this expert review gives you the information you need to find the right product to pair with a top-ranked toothbrush and round out your oral hygiene routine. <\/p>\n<p>Hygiene is important, and our health experts have tested a variety of other products to help you dial in your own personal care routine. We&#8217;ve tested top-ranked beard trimmers, our favorite electric razors, even basics like facial tissues to find the best. Check out our best hair dryer review to see the results of our comprehensive, in-depth testing and find out which model came out on top.\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>\n\u2014<i>Ben Applebaum-Bauch<\/i><br \/>\n<br \/> \n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Ben Applebaum-Bauch \u22c5 Review Editor\u00a0 \u22c5 \u00a0Updated June 19, 2023 We researched more than two dozen products before selecting the 9 best mouthwash options available today. We rinsed, spit, and repeated, using all of these products in our own homes for an extensive period of side-by-side testing. 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