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At this point, we can pretty safely say that charcoal has taken over the beauty world. Its widely touted benefits include removing dirt, oil, and "toxins" from your skin, and the star ingredient can ...

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Flashing a smile will get you noticed for all the right reasons when your teeth are bright and white. While years of exposure to certain foods, beverages, and smoking can cause teeth to lose their ...

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Charcoal toothpaste can remove some surface stains on your teeth, but it doesn’t whiten teeth better than regular toothpaste. Its long-term effects are unclear. Charcoal is one of the biggest trends ...

“After a few weeks, my teeth feel smoother and my gums look healthier,” one reviewer raves. “Definitely a reliable, all-in-one toothpaste.” ...

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Teeth whitening kits, gels, strips, and toothpaste can all be effective ways to remove stains. To whiten teeth fast, check with your dentist about in-office teeth whitening treatments. It's also ...

Does whitening toothpaste actually whiten teeth? Whitening toothpaste can appear to whiten teeth slightly by removing surface stains, such as those caused by drinking coffee or smoking. However, ...