When should you use this product to whiten your teeth?
Listerine Whitening Mouthwash (Milder Flavor) is a daily mouthwash to be used after brushing. Its alcohol-free formula combines whitening technology, sodium fluoride (220 ppm of fluoride), and essential oils, including eucalyptol, thymol, and menthol. It joins our selection of mouthwashes for daily oral care, specifically designed to brighten teeth.
It targets the stains that build up day after day on the surface of the enamel: coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco. With repeated use, it reduces stubborn stains—as a complement to brushing—for whiter teeth. The liquid flows between the teeth and along the gums, reaching areas where toothbrush bristles can’t quite reach.
The formula does more than just tackle stains. Essential oils help clean the surface of the teeth, and fluoride remineralizes and strengthens them with every use. This simple evening routine delivers both the desired brightness and daily fluoride care.
Its milder, sweet mint flavor is designed for those who find traditional mouthwashes too harsh and end up giving them up. It also doesn’t leave the burning sensation of alcohol-based formulas, which often discourages users after just a few days, making it easier to stick with as part of your daily routine.
Mouthwash does not replace the mechanical action of brushing; it complements it. For this reason, we recommend the Elgydium Soft Whitening Toothbrush: its soft bristles remove stained deposits from the surface of the teeth without irritating the gums, and the mouthwash then takes over on a surface that’s already been cleaned.
How do you use this whitening mouthwash?
Directions for Use
Use twice a day, morning and night, after brushing. Pour 10 ml (2 teaspoons of 5 ml each) into a glass, swish around your teeth and gums for 60 seconds, then spit it out.
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Precautions
- Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
- Do not swallow. If swallowed, seek medical attention.
- Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, including menthol, eucalyptol, or thymol.
- If oral irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a dentist.
- If tooth sensitivity to hot or cold develops or worsens during use, space out applications and consult a dentist.
- If you have a history of epilepsy or seizures, consult a doctor before daily use (eucalyptol, menthol, thymol).
- Contains fluoride. For ages 12 to 18, if fluoride is being taken in another form (tablets, drops, varnish, or high-concentration prescription toothpaste), consult a dentist.
- Close the safety cap until it locks after each use (to open: press on the sides and twist). Use within 12 months after opening. Keep out of reach of children.
What are the ingredients in this alcohol-free fluoride mouthwash?
Ingredients
Aqua, Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate, Pentasodium Triphosphate, Citric Acid, Poloxamer 407, Flavor, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Eucalyptol, Thymol, Sodium Saccharin, Menthol, Sodium Fluoride, Sucralose. Contains sodium fluoride (220 ppm F⁻).
Packaging
500-ml bottle, which lasts approximately 25 days based on two uses per day.
Our Expert Advice on Listerine Whitening with a Milder Taste
Before expecting a mouthwash to brighten your smile, it’s best to identify what’s causing the discoloration. Tartar—those hardened deposits along the gums and behind the lower front teeth—can only be removed through professional scaling at the dentist’s office; a single tooth that darkens while the others remain white also requires an examination, not just a rinse. Getting a checkup once a year at the dentist’s office gives the product a clean surface to work on.
The results depend much more on consistency than on quantity: continuous use is better than an intensive period followed by a break. Stains reform with every cup of coffee or tea, which is why you can judge the whitening effect after several weeks, not after just a few days. Drinking a glass of water after coffee—or drinking it through a straw when possible—reduces the work required of the mouthwash.
FAQ
Can I rinse my mouth with water after using Listerine Whitening Care Mild Flavor?
Simply spit out the product; no need to rinse with water. Rinsing immediately afterward dilutes the fluoride left on your teeth; it’s also best to wait a moment before eating or drinking to give it time to work.
Does Listerine Whitening Care Mild Flavor whiten crowns, veneers, and fillings?
No. It works on surface stains on natural enamel. The shade of a crown, veneer, or composite filling does not change, nor does the underlying color of the tooth: lightening the shade itself requires a whitening treatment performed or supervised by a dentist.
Does Listerine Whitening Care Milder Flavor damage enamel?
Its formula contains neither hydrogen peroxide nor abrasive particles: its whitening technology does not damage tooth enamel.