Story & Process of making our Bamboo Toothbrushes
How it all started
You would be astonished to see how many plastic toothbrushes you can actually find washed up on the beaches. This happens everywhere around the world, in Bali too. It’s pretty shocking if you really think about it. Unlike straws or utensils, toothbrushes are normally only used inside the confines of your home, in your bathroom. They’re normally not taken outside (unless you brush your teeth when you go to the beach).
The truth is that around 12 billion plastic toothbrushes are being thrown out every year. Most, if not all, never end up being recycled, which means they continue existing today. Think about it, all the plastic toothbrushes that have ever existed, still exist today! So when you actually realize that a product that you only use in the most private area of your home, can end up in the ocean, really comes to show the problem of plastic waste management our society is facing right now.
In our quest to provide our customers with solutions to lead a sustainable life without plastic we decided we wanted to start offering Bamboo Toothbrushes. So we set out to find manufacturers that could help us provide a product that really ticked all the boxes for us.
We started our quest in Bali, where we just couldn’t find anybody that produced bamboo toothbrushes. We found a couple of suppliers in Indonesia that claimed they were doing the bamboo toothbrushes themselves, but we soon found out it was not true. They were importing them from outside. We never thought it was that difficult to actually find them, so we continued on our search.
Our research led us to China. We’re not going to lie to you, we’re not super proud of it, but sometimes the good outweighs the bad, and we think this is one of those times.
We talked to at least a dozen suppliers. Most of them looked the other way when we asked the ’10 million questions’ we had. We needed to know that the product we were getting was up to our standards of quality, sustainability, and ethics. After a lot of emails, we finally found a supplier who responded to all our questions with more details, certifications, and proofs than we actually had asked for.
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Get your yearly supply of eco-friendly bamboo toothbrushes! With a conveniently ergonomic handle made from 100% natural bamboo, and with naturally teeth-whitening bamboo charcoal-infused bristles, you just found your yearly supply of bamboo toothbrushes. Keeping your teeth and our planet clean is finally possible.
• Naturally teeth whitening bristles.
• Handle Made from 100% Natural Bamboo
• Vegan & BPA-Free
BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH – PACK OF 4
Did you know that all the plastic toothbrushes you’ve ever in your life used still exist? It’s pretty daunting when you think about it, but don’t worry, we’re here to help you stop that right now! Our Bamboo Toothbrush is made of a 100% natural bamboo handle, which is 100% biodegradable! So it's clean for the planet, but even cleaner for your teeth!
Here’s why:
Our bristles are made of Nylon 6 infused with Activated Bamboo Charcoal, which is a natural antibacterial, and an awesome stain remover. This means our toothbrush is naturally Teeth Whitening.
Our pack includes 4 toothbrushes of the same bristle strength, so your yearly supply of toothbrushes will be all covered, and the planet will thank you for not throwing away 4 more plastic toothbrushes every year! They come in 3 different bristle strengths, Soft for those with sensitive gums, Medium and Hard for those that like an extra clean brush.
Our pack of 4 Bamboo Toothbrushes includes
• 4 toothbrushes of the same bristle strength ( Soft, Medium or Hard)
• Packed individually AND in a box of 4 units. In an Eco Box made of FSC certified paper.
Our Bamboo Toothbrushes are made with a 100% natural bamboo handle made from Moso Bamboo. It’s a species of Bamboo local to China, and it has the ability to grow very tall in a very short time. The bamboo comes from sustainably harvested forests and is made into handles through a mechanical process that uses up as much of the plant as possible, so nothing is wasted.
The bristles in our toothbrush are made from Nylon 6 and are infused with Activated Bamboo Charcoal. Activated Bamboo Charcoal is a natural teeth whitener. It absorbs the toxins and helps keep teeth clean and white.
Right now there aren’t any 100% natural fibre bristles available out there, except animal hair bristles. So if you’re looking for a bristle that is respectful to our planet, as well as to the animals, our infused Activated Bamboo Charcoals are the best alternative. To make the bristles, the Nylon is infused with the activated bamboo charcoal, once the paste is mixed, it passes through an extruding machine that converts them into bristles. The process is hardly handmade, as it requires quite a bit of mechanization.
USING YOUR BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH
Use your bamboo toothbrush like you’ve used any other toothbrush in your life! Put some toothpaste on, and brush away! Remember dentists recommend brushing your teeth after every meal, and at least for 5 minutes!
Like with any hygiene product, we always recommend rinsing it the first time before use!
TAKING CARE OF YOUR BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH
After use, rinse it with water and make sure to dry it properly. If you have a hanging rack for toothbrushes, that’s awesome!
If you don’t, make sure to dry it properly before putting it inside a cup. We always recommend cups that have an opening at the bottom so that water can come out and not get stuck. Remember that the handle is made of bamboo, and as with any natural product, continuous contact with water can end up damaging the bottom end of the toothbrush. If you don’t have a cup with holes in the bottom, you can also put it sideways on top so that the water drips without staying in contact with the toothbrush. 
DISPOSING OF YOUR BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH
Disposing of your bamboo toothbrush is easy if you know how! The only thing you will need is a pair of pliers. With the pliers, pull out all the bristles. You can throw them to the plastic recycling bin. The handle is 100% biodegradable, so you can either compost it, or you can use the handle in as many original ways as you can think of. They make great garden signs or door stoppers, by the way.
• Are bamboo toothbrushes safe?
Yes! The Bali Boo bamboo toothbrushes are safe. They are FDA approved and have been made with the highest quality standards, they are safe for you, your family, and our planet
• Are bamboo toothbrushes eco-friendly? Are bamboo toothbrushes environmentally friendly?
Yes! bamboo toothbrushes are the most eco-friendly option when it comes to plastic alternatives. The handle is biodegradable and compostable, so it will biodegrade in very little time.
• Are bamboo toothbrushes better than plastic ones?
Yes! And glad you asked! Have you ever thought that all the plastic toothbrushes you have ever used in your life, have a 91% chance of still being on this planet? Bamboo toothbrushes biodegrade naturally. It can take up to 500 years for a plastic toothbrush to degrade into microplastics, and just a couple of months for a bamboo one to do it completely naturally without leaving any residue.
• How long do bamboo toothbrushes last?
With the correct care, your bamboo toothbrush can last just as any other normal toothbrush. Worldwide Dental Associations recommend changing your toothbrush every 3 months, that’s 4 per year. Exactly the number we provide in our pack!
• How do you dispose of bamboo toothbrushes?
To dispose of your bamboo toothbrush, grab a pair of pliers and pull out the bristles, you can throw them into your plastic recycling bin. The handle, you can throw it to your compost, or reuse it in as many ways as you can imagine. If you’d like more information, please check the “Care Instructions” tab.
• How do I keep my bamboo toothbrush clean?
As with any toothbrush, make sure you rinse it clean after use. If you store your bamboo toothbrush in a cup, try to make sure it has a small opening in the bottom that lets water out, as the constant contact with water might damage your bamboo toothbrush.
• What are the benefits of a bamboo toothbrush?
The Bali Boo bamboo toothbrush is made of a 100% natural bamboo handle and Nylon bristles infused with activated bamboo charcoal. Activated bamboo charcoal helps to keep your mouth clean of bacteria, it is naturally whitening and removes stains much better than any other normal toothbrush.
• Why are the bristles of your bamboo toothbrushes made of nylon?
Believe us when we say we’ve looked for hundreds of options. But the truth is that the only “all-natural” option that exists up to now, is bristles made of animal hair (pig, horse, even goat). Being that we like to keep our products Vegan, we opted to make our bamboo toothbrush from Nylon. Nylon is a highly recyclable material, that is very resistant and easy to clean. We know it's not perfect, but it’s definitely the best option out there.
Shipping: Shipping is free! By batching orders and carefully managing how we ship, we are doing our best to keep costs down and pass the savings on to you.
Shipping destinations available: At this time we can only ship within Canada.
Order processing: Depending on the number of orders we receive, we will ship your order between 2-4 business days after we have processed it. You will be notified by email once we send your order out.
Shipping time: Depending on the destination, you can expect to receive your order between 3 to 6 business days after we have processed your order. A business day is Monday through Friday, except on special holidays.
***COVID-19 Update: Due to the pandemic, orders can be slightly delayed so we appreciate your patience. If you wish to know more about your order, please contact us.
Returns: We have a 30 Day “No-Hassle” Money-Back Return Policy. If during the first 30 days after your purchase you are not satisfied with our products, you can keep them, no questions asked. All that we ask is that you make sure to recycle the bristles! If for any reason you would like to contact us, you can reach out to us at support@baliboo.ca
