There are a lot of cool things out there that make us wonder — do they really work? In our I Tried It series, we set out to use them in the real world and have determined that, in fact, they really do.
On Trial: Bite Toothpaste Bits
Tester: Zarah Kavarana, former floss-resister who's determined to make her dentist proud
The Brief: Brushing my teeth has always been a mandatory mundane chore, rather than a ritual that I actually enjoy. But it wasn't until a severely overdue teeth-cleaning sesh at the dentist (and a stern scolding about the importance of daily flossing) did I realize that my regular habits just weren't going to cut it anymore.
So, I made the switch from a disposable toothbrush to electric (I swear by the Apa Beauty Clean White Sonic Toothbrush), found some reliable floss picks that don't make my gums look like the remnants of a crime scene, and discovered a refreshing new toothpaste that — well, isn't exactly a paste.
Bite Toothpaste Bits are a new breed of natural toothpaste, formulated in pressed pellet form and packaged in a recyclable glass bottle that totally eliminates the need for wasteful plastic squeeze tubes. After all, more than 1 billion tubes are thrown out every year, leaving behind harsh chemical residues that further pollute our planet.
Unlike traditional tubed toothpaste that contains cheap fillers, harsh chemicals, and artificial dyes and flavors, Bite manages to cut out all of the not-so-good-for-you extras, making its puny pressed tablets from just eight natural ingredients. The final product is gluten-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, so everyone can feel good about experimenting with a new brushing method.
Bite Toothpaste Bits are available in four varieties — two of which are fresh-mint-flavored (one is naturally whitening, and the other contains activated charcoal), while the others include a zesty mandarin orange and berry option that's made with kids in mind, and a cinnamony limited-edition autumn spice variety.
To use, simply pop one into your mouth and chew. It won't immediately dissolve into a more familiar frothy formula until you wet a toothbrush and go to town on those pearly whites, so resist your body's natural instinct to swallow.
I tried both fresh mint options, and was pleasantly surprised by a milder minty taste. Its brittle consistency and sweeter notes are identical to after-dinner mints — yes, the pastel candies pooled up in a communal reach-in bowl by the exit door of your local diner. They're pretty underrated, if you ask me — and so are these toothpaste tablets.
They don't quite give you that tingly, fresh-from-the-dentist feel, nor do they linger for more than a few moments after brushing, but despite that, I actually enjoy its less abrasive, natural flavor. Other natural toothpastes I've tried taste more tangy than minty (unappealingly similar to yogurt), so truthfully, I was just impressed that this one tasted like mint at all.
Taste Bite for yourself by purchasing each bottle individually, or opt in for a subscription service that'll automatically send you a 4-month supply (a whopping 248 tablets) to help you stay on top of your dental hygiene habits in the new year.
Closing Argument: Bite Toothpaste Bits are a chewable chemical- and plastic-free cleaning option for brushers who are bored of their usual routine.
Bite Toothpaste Bits Fresh Mint
Bite Toothpaste Bits Activated Charcoal
Bite Toothpaste Bits Berry Twist
Bite Toothpaste Bits Autumn Spice
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Zarah Kavarana is the contributing editor at BestProducts.com, where she spends her days hunting for shareworthy home, tech, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle finds, and resisting the urge to add them all to her cart. A Boston University journalism grad with a penchant for red wine, her hidden talents include poaching an egg and applying winged eyeliner on the subway.
