Teeth Whitening

Everybody wants gorgeous white gnashers,

hell I do!

But I've just read an article in the Daily Mail about home whitening kits.

Here's what the article had to say:

Blanx Intensive Whitening Treatment £10.99

Claim: 'Its a unique formula, based on Arctic lichen, is safe to use without being aggressive on the enamel.'

Verdict: 'This contains smooth glass particles that act like a polish, rather than an abrasive. But if it's polishing off a thin layer of surface over years, there's a risk of worn enamel' - Professor Andrew Edner

2/10

Dang I've bought Blanx in the past and definitely won't be buying it again.

Also I didn't see much of a difference when I did use it.

Rapid White Blue Light £30.63

Claim: 'Whitens teeth up to five shades lighter with two hours blue light.'

Verfict: 'This product contains citric acid that softens the enamel, so if you brush your teeth directly after using this, you're effectively spitting your teeth down the sink.' Dr Stemmer

3/10

Sounds horrendous!

CREST 3D Whitestrips Five Minute Touch-Ups £19.95

Claim: 'Crest Whitestrips provide you with a beautiful, whiter smile - guaranteed.' Contains 5.3% hydrogen peroxide.

Verdict: 'These are not permitted in the UK, though they can be bought from European websites. They are effective, but they need to be supervised by a dentist.' Dr Greenwall

5/10

Never knew these bad boys were not permitted in the UK.

After hearing all the raves from the Americans I thought I would give them a go.

I bought a pack of these off the internet several months ago and they do work.

Rembrandt 2-Hour Whitening Kit, £12.17 (drugstore.com)

Claim: 'Visibly whiter teeth in two hours'

Verdict: 'This will whiten your teeth.' -Dr Greenwall

The kit contains a tray which is placed over the teeth and bleach is added.

6/10

This treatment seemed to be rated quite well.

And for only £12.17 its a bit of a bargain.

(All information was from the Daily Mail.)


Have you guys used any whitening treatments?

Harriet x