Olipop, the probiotic soda brand, is expanding from gut health to oral health with its first tube of toothpaste.
On Oct. 14, Olipop and oral care brand Boka unveiled their Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste, a fluoride-free, nano-hydroxyapatite formula, flavored to taste like Olipop's latest pomegranate soda, featuring notes of pomegranate, passionfruit, lemon and vanilla flavors. The collaboration comes ahead of the winter holiday season.
"At Boka, we believe the best wellness routines are the ones you actually look forward to," Sarah Mountcastle Mitchell, Boka general manager, said in a news release. "Olipop has completely reimagined what a better-for-you soda can look and taste like, and we've taken a similar approach to oral care. This collaboration
brings those two worlds together in a fun, unexpected way, turning an everyday routine into something that feels special for the holiday season."
Probiotic toothpaste isn't unique to Olipop. Probiotic toothpaste, which has been growing popular on the market, contains the bacteria Lacticaseibacillus paracasei (formerly Lactobacillus paracasei), and may reduce plaque build-up and maintain a neutral plaque pH balance in the mouth.
Ready to brush? Here's what to know about the new probiotic toothpaste.
I tried Boka and Olipop's pomegranate toothpaste. Here's my review
The Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste is a fun concept but not a toothpaste I look to continue using after my initial "taste" test. The toothpaste is very sweet, and when I finished rinsing, I was left feeling like I had just chewed a piece of pomegranate gum, rather than brushing my teeth. The toothpaste also didn't froth up as much as I expected, presenting a more watery consistency.
Where to buy Boka x Olipop Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste
The Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste will roll out across several retailers this fall, according to a news release:
- TikTok Shop and Boka website on Oct. 14
- Walmart between Oct. 24 and Nov. 27
- Target between Nov. 8 and Dec. 20
How much does Boka x Olipop Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste cost?
The price of the Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste varies per size and retailer, according to a news release:
- $11.88 for 3.4-ounce tube and 1.3-ounce Holiday Duo Kit from Walmart
- $11.89 for 3.4-ounce tube from Target, Boka website and TikTok Shop and 1.3-ounce Holiday Duo Kit from Target
What is Boka x Olipop Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste made of?
The full Pomegranate Sparkle n-Ha Toothpaste ingredient list consists of:
- Water
- Glycerin (ingredient binder)
- Hydrated silica (Abrasive used to scrub stains and remove dental plaque, according to Colgate)
- Sorbitol (Flavoring agent and responsible for trapping water in toothpaste so it remains a paste inside the bottle, according to Colgate)
- Silica
- Nano hydroxyapatite (Contains calcium phosphate, which is what 95% of tooth enamel is made of, used to fill in tiny cracks and weak spots on teeth caused by food acids, according to WebMD. Nano hydroxyapatite is not FDA approved.)
- Sodium benzoate (Prohibits microbial growth, according to WebMD)
- Xylitol (Inhibits demineralization of enamel caused by acid used to break down sugars, according to University of Colorado Anschutz School of Dental Medicine)
- Flavor
- Xanthan gum (Binding agent)
- Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (Cleansing and foaming agent, according to New Jersey-based chemical manufacturer Sarchem Labs)
- Maltodextrin (Thickener that helps create paste feel, according to Tom's of Maine)
- Lactobacillus paracasei (Microbe found in probiotic toothpaste that lowers plaque acidity and maintains neutral plaque pH, according to New Mexico-based Southern Blvd Dental)
- Dimethyl sulfone (Also known as methylsulfonylmethane. Used as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, according to WebMD)
- Stevia rebaudiana leaf/stem extract (Natural, zero-calorie sweetener and flavoring agent)
- Sodium bicarbonate (Baking soda)
- Menthol (Creates cooling sensation)
- Aloe leaf juice (May reduce inflammation, protect gums and refresh breath, according to Colgate)
- Cucumber fruit extract (Hydrating and antioxidant properties, according to material selection platform SpecialChem)
- Avocado fruit extract (Contains antioxidants and probiotic bacteria, according to California-based Stephen Coates General & Cosmetic Dental Care)
- Green tea leaf extract (Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, according to natural personal care brand Wellnesse)
- Mango fruit extract (May decrease bacteria that can cause dental caries, or tooth decay, according to a 2023 study published in peer-reviewed journal Nutrition and Metabolic Insights)
Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
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