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Natural Oral Care

The Original Toothbrush

One stick replaces your plastic toothbrush. 19 active compounds. Used for 7,000 years.

✓ No plastic, no microplastics — just one piece of natural wood.

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Plastic toothbrushes can shed microplastics. In a 2025 laboratory simulation, the highest-releasing brand tested averaged approximately 39 particles per day. Laboratory simulation of selected toothbrush brands. Particle release does not establish ingestion or health effects. Aytulun et al., 2025 (opens in new tab)
Plastic-free Polished feel Travel-ready Fresh Breath No charger

19 active compounds. Grown, not made.

Natural Fluoride
A mineral that occurs naturally in miswak wood.
Alkaloids
Natural plant compounds, including salvadorine, that make miswak one of a kind.
Silica
A natural mineral in the fibres that gives your teeth that smooth, polished feel.
Salvadorine
An alkaloid named after the plant itself, Salvadora persica.
Tannins
Plant compounds behind miswak's dry, clean taste.
Vitamin C
Naturally present in the fresh wood.
Essential Oils
Give miswak its fresh, slightly peppery taste and a clean feeling that lasts.
Sulfur
Part of miswak's earthy, distinctive aroma.
Sodium Bicarbonate
A natural mineral salt, better known as baking soda.
Calcium
A mineral naturally found in the wood.
Saponins
Natural plant cleansers that create a light foam as you brush.
Benzyl Isothiocyanate
The compound behind miswak's sharp, mustard-like bite, released fresh every time you chew.
Resins
Natural resins that run through the wood fibres.
Trimethylamine
A natural compound found in the plant.
Flavonoids
Natural plant pigments found in the wood.
Sterols
Plant compounds found naturally in the bark and wood.
Lignans
Compounds found in the plant's cell walls.
Salvadourea
A compound unique to Salvadora persica, named after the plant.

There’s plastic in your toothbrush.
And it doesn’t stay there.

Every nylon-bristle brush sheds microscopic plastic as you scrub — twice a day, for years. Researchers have now detected microplastics in human blood, saliva and tissue. A miswak is just wood. There’s nothing to shed.

Plastic toothbrush
  • Nylon bristles + plastic handle
  • Worn bristles shed microplastics into your mouth as you brush
  • Billions thrown away yearly — they never fully break down
MSWK miswak
  • One piece of natural Salvadora persica wood
  • No bristles, no coating — nothing to shed
  • 0 plastic, 0 microplastics — 100% biodegradable
Do this tonight: flip your toothpaste tube around

If any of these are on the ingredients list, you are brushing with liquid plastic:

Polyethylene (PE) PEG-8 / PEG-12 Acrylates Copolymer Carbomer Nylon-12

MSWK’s full ingredient list: one twig. That’s it.

0
Plastic parts
0
Microplastics
100%
Just wood

Your toothbrush shouldn’t end up inside you.

Why people are switching.

FeatureMSWKPlastic
Plastic✓ None — 100% wood✕ Nylon + plastic handle
Natural compounds✓ 19✕ None
Toothpaste✓ Optional✕ Required
Water✓ Use anywhere✕ Required
Bristles✓ Soft, chewed into shape✕ Fixed nylon
Travel✓ Fits any pocket✕ Brush + paste + case
Biodegradable✓ 100%✕ 450+ years
Microplastics✓ Zero✕ Yes
Monthly Cost✓ Pennies a day✕ Brush + paste

One stick. Six benefits.

Plastic-free

One piece of natural wood. No nylon, nothing to shed.

Polished feel

Natural fibres leave your teeth feeling smooth and clean.

Fresh taste

Natural oils give a fresh, slightly peppery taste that lingers.

Travel-ready

No charger, no tube, no water needed. Fits any pocket.

Studied for decades

60+ published studies on miswak.

Read them yourself →

7,000 years

The original toothbrush, used across the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Simple. No accessories needed.

Peel the bark

Remove about 1 cm of bark from the tip to expose the wood.

Chew gently

Chew the exposed tip until soft bristles form naturally.

Brush your teeth

Brush gently, up and down, away from the gum line. Works with or without toothpaste.

Trim & repeat

Cut used bristles every day or two. Each stick lasts 2-3 weeks.

Please read our use, care & safety guide before first use →

7,000 years of use.
60+ published studies.

60+
Published Studies
7,000
Years of use
19
Active Compounds

Read the studies →

What customers say.

"After 2 weeks my teeth feel cleaner than they ever did with an electric toothbrush. My dentist noticed."

Sarah M.
✓ Verified Buyer

"My gums stopped bleeding after the first week. Bought the family pack for everyone."

Aisha R.
✓ Verified Buyer

"No more plastic for me. This is how humans are supposed to clean their teeth."

James K.
✓ Verified Buyer

"Travel essential. No toothpaste, no charger, no case. Just a stick in your bag."

David L.
✓ Verified Buyer

"Took a couple days to get used to but now I prefer it. Breath stays fresh way longer."

Tom B.
✓ Verified Buyer

Common questions.

It replaces your plastic toothbrush. Many people use it on its own, others together with their usual toothpaste. Dentists recommend fluoride toothpaste for protection against cavities, so you are welcome to keep using yours.

Each stick lasts 2-3 weeks with regular use. Simply trim the used bristles and peel fresh bark to expose a new brushing surface.

The natural fibres are soft, and many people find them gentle. Brush lightly and don't scrub along the gums. If you have very sensitive teeth or gums, ask your dentist first, and see your dentist if anything feels sore.

Mildly earthy with a fresh, slightly spicy finish from the natural essential oils. Most people describe it as surprisingly pleasant and clean.

Each stick is vacuum-sealed in a thin plastic sleeve to keep it fresh and hygienic. The stick itself is 100% natural wood.

Keep sticks in their sealed sleeve in a cool, dry place until you use them. After brushing, rinse the stick and let it air-dry; don't keep it wet in a closed container. Don't use a stick that shows fuzzy growth or keeps a musty smell after trimming.

Not children under 3: small pieces and fibres can come off. Older children should use it only under adult supervision and while sitting still.

30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied, we'll refund you in full. No questions asked. Standard tracked shipping is calculated at checkout and usually arrives in 6-10 business days.

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