Purple Bananas Toothpaste Jelly

There are times when a small part of my teenage personality comes through in my thinking process as an adult. Without necessarily making these decisions consciously  I still find myself gravitating towards the weird and wacky; the products and places and people and experiences that take me outside of that 'norm box.' When it comes to Lush's latest toothpaste jelly releases, the two oddest flavours have become my firm favourites, and this is one of them...  

Sporting a shade of pale purple, Purple Bananas is perhaps the most interesting of the toothpaste jellies, in my opinion. Containing marigold, chamomile and cardamom as the three most prominent ingredients, I can imagine many consumers finding themselves a little skeptical that this exclusive jelly is going to be anything but enjoyable. However, I was pleasantly surprised by both the taste and smell of this, and if I can convince at least one skeptic to give it a go and discover its merits, I'll be truly happy.

To my nose, Purple Bananas smells of one of two things, depending on what you notice first. As the name suggests, there is a strong note of banana featured here, which adds a rich, sultry and rather sweat creamy base for the other ingredients to rest on. However, due to the combination of the other components, this very same note could also be seen as replicating that of the milky element that you can smell in a cup of regular tea. Confusing I know, but once you get a tub for yourself, you'll understand what I mean by this. 

Alongside this note is a gentle combination of both chamomile and marigold, which at first I was worried would produce a very strong, almost green tea-like, aroma: one that was bitter and overpowering in the mouth. Yet, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that both of these components offer a gentle and naturally sweet floral aroma - one that replicates the very smell (and taste) of a gentle cup of herbal tea. In fact, when you smell Purple Bananas from the tub, you'll probably be blown away by just how much it smells like a cup of milky tea that has been left to sit and cool for a while.

Just like the fragrance, the taste of this toothpaste jelly is equally as subtle but by no means weak. It really is like brushing your teeth with a cup of milky tea, and I found it very delicious to my palette, even though I seldomly drink tea. There is something rather sweet, herbal and floral about this aroma, and it's the perfect balance in both fragrance and taste. 

As with all of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, the idea is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it.

Despite how much I really enjoyed the scent and taste of Purple Bananas Toothpaste Jelly, there was a part of me that expected my experience to be less than enjoyable after rinsing my mouth out. However, I discovered that this taste works really well as making your mouth feel clean, not to mention offering a delicate floral note that lingers on your breath. I was actually really impressed how refreshed my mouth felt afterwards and my teeth felt squeaky clean beneath my tongue.

Despite the delicate (and perhaps slightly odd) taste of Purple Bananas, this toothpaste jelly did exactly what I'd expect any toothpaste to do and left my mouth with a moderate taste that stayed around for a good hour after I had finished brushing.

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it was nice not to have to worry about any annoying lumps that some of Lush's toothy tabs can leave in your mouth during brushing. This little gem simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

Ultimately, this is perhaps not the first toothpaste jelly that I would have initially gravitated towards had I read the ingredients list. However, I really enjoyed using this one and can see this making my oral care routine much more interesting to boot. Purple Bananas may be an odd sock but it does its job well and I would highly recommend it above most of the other toothpaste jellies.

Quantitative Ingredients: Marigold Petal Infusion (Calendula Officinalis), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Roman Chamomile Oil (Anthemis nobilis), Cardamom Oil (Elettaria cardamomum), Sicilian Lemon Oil (Citrus limonum), Banana Extract (Musa acuminata), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Titanium Dioxide, Water (Aqua), *Eugenol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Flavour, Colour 17200, Colour 42090.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Blue Tooth Toothpaste Jelly

Sometimes there isn't a particular reason why you love a product so much; you cannot explain what it is about something that makes you so drawn to its fragrance or its taste. Perhaps because it was the first toothpaste jelly I ever tried, or maybe there's another subconscious reason that I am currently unable to fathom, but this brand new invention ticks every box that needs to be ticked.

While the pun-tastic Blue Tooth Toothpaste Jelly could perhaps be seen as a little odd to outside consumers, Lush fans have always been inundated with lemongrass scented cosmetics, so smelling this for the first time was nothing untoward. In fact, as someone who loves lemongrass tea, this jelly spoke to me like no other.    

With it's blue demeanour, you may be initially fooled into thinking that this jelly is going to offer a simplistic minty taste and aroma. However, the lemongrass is very prevalent in this product and you can smell it as soon as you remove the lid. Although fruity by nature, this ingredient also has a very distinctive grassy layer (hence the name) that sits alongside the slightly citrusy smell. However, that is not the only layer on offer here...

Underneath the lemongrass, you can smell one of two things: a gentle and rather clinical herbal note of eucalyptus, and the refreshing note of peppermint oil for good measure. These three ingredients work in unison to produce something that surprisingly isn't overly powerful, but a fragrance and taste that does exactly what you would want it to do.

Whilst brushing my teeth with Blue Tooth, I found that I could taste all three of the key components in the flavour. In fact, although the lemongrass is perhaps slightly more dominant overall, both the eucalyptus and the peppermint do a good job of thickening the flavour and threading themselves throughout the taste.

As with all of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, the idea is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it.

After using Blue Tooth Toothpaste Jelly, I was really impressed how clean my whole mouth felt, not to mention the rather lovely refreshingly fruity taste I could detect afterwards. The lemongrass works wonders at offering a deliciously fruity taste in your mouth afterwards; the peppermint leaves your teeth and gums feeling refreshed and clean; and the eucalyptus brings about the slightest of tingles on your tongue. 

I found that Blue Tooth was a great toothpaste jelly to use if you wanted moderate coverage after brushing your teeth. What I mean by this is that it left my mouth feeling sparkling clean, without any smells from the food I had eaten previously. However, the aftertaste wasn't so strong that it took away from anything I ate immediately afterwards.

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it was nice not to have to worry about any annoying lumps that some of Lush's toothy tabs can leave in your mouth during brushing. This little gem simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

The flavour and aroma of Blue Tooth Toothpaste Jelly is by no means original when compared to many of the Lush products that have come before. You only need to look at one of their biggest selling bath bombs: Avobath, to know that lemongrass is a popular ingredient within their ranges. However, this combination is a great alternative to regular toothpaste, and at the same time isn't as strange as the description might initially suggest.

Out of all of the brand new toothpaste jellies, this is the one that I have been using the most...and to be honest I don't really know why. Although it is a highly rated product from me, I have other oral care that has received the same praise as this one. However, my mood compels me to reach for Blue Tooth far more often than some of my other favourites and that suggests to me that this limited edition jelly might actually be pretty damn good.

Quantitative Ingredients: Fresh Lemongrass Infusion (Cymbopogon citratus), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Eucalyptus Oil (Eucalyptus globulus), Lemongrass Oil (Cymbopogon citratus), Peppermint Oil (Mentha piperita), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Titanium Dioxide, Water (Aqua), Benzyl Alcohol, *Citral, *Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, *Limonene, *Linalool, Flavour, Colour 42090.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

White Fang Toothpaste Jelly

There are those of us who like to dip our toes in the water and then there are those who will simply throw themselves in; consumers who reach for what they know and appreciate, and those that are a little more willing to try something new. This toothpaste jelly is definitely designed for those who like to err on the side of caution.

Sporting a white design not unlike regular toothpastes, and a fragrance to match, White Fang is like the safety net for those unsure about Lush's new creative oral range. Out of the ten brand new toothpaste jellies that Lush are currently showcasing in both the Shinjuku store in Japan, and indeed the Liverpool Spa Superstore in England, this is the one that many consumers may wish to try first - just to ease themselves into the notion of a wobbly toothpaste to begin with. 

Featuring peppermint, spearmint and wild mint oils, not to mention a mint infusion as the main ingredient, it's no surprise to learn that this toothpaste replicates the typical minty taste that most alternative brands offer in high street stores. Whilst not as potent as the original Colgate paste, this is probably the closest comparison I can offer you in regards to what this toothpaste jelly tastes like.

Both super minty and refreshing in taste, White Fang will completely wipe your palette after you have used this to brush you teeth. As to be expected, you will not only be left with clean and shiny white teeth, but you'll also have the freshest breath to carry you through the rest of the day.

What I really enjoyed about using this toothpaste, over that of an alternative brand, was that the jelly offered the same powerful taste in the mouth, just without the sting that I sometimes find myself up against when putting too much toothpaste on my brush. Ultimately, this will probably be the best and easiest toothpaste jelly to use if you want to ensure that no staining or unwanted food smells remain in your mouth after brushing. 

As with all of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, the idea is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it.

After using White Fang Toothpaste Jelly, I was really impressed how clean my whole mouth felt, and how long the minty taste remained on my tongue and teeth afterwards. I could still detect a hint of mint some two hours later, whilst I was on my way to work, and this reassured me that my oral health was in the best possible condition at that time. 

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it was nice not to have to worry about any annoying lumps that some of Lush's toothy tabs can leave in your mouth during brushing. This little gem simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

Whilst boring to look at and not a toothpaste jelly that's going to win any awards for original fragrance and taste, White Fang is a great way to introduce the new concept to your routine, without feeling unsure if you're going to enjoy the taste. If you're still using regular toothpaste and want to switch to something a little more ethical and environmentally friendly, this jelly is a great introduction and I shall continue to enjoy using my little tub for the many months to follow.

Quantitative Ingredients: Fresh Mint Infusion (Mentha piperita), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Peppermint Oil (Mentha piperita), Spearmint Oil (Mentha spicata), Wild Mint Oil (Mentha arvensis), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Titanium Dioxide, Menthol crystals (Menthol).

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Megawatt Smile Toothpaste Jelly

 

I must have deprived my body of something sweet this weekend as, without realising it, I ended up gravitating towards the more foody tasting toothpaste jellies first. If the idea of Strawberries & Clean isn't particularly very appealing to your tastebuds, perhaps this dessert-like alternative will gage a better reaction.  

One of ten brand new innovative toothpaste jellies that Lush have recently created, Megawatt Smile is only currently available in the Shinjuku store in Japan, and from tomorrow the Liverpool superstore as well. While an invention such as this won't be this exclusive for long, when these beauties will appear online and in other stores is a mystery at the moment.

Containing a lemon balm infusion as the main ingredient, there is no surprise that the key taste of this jelly is a sweet and fruity one. However, with the addition of olibanum oil, which adds a sultry layer alongside the lemon, the taste of this toothpaste jelly is far more rounded and creamier. To my tastebuds, Megawatt Smile is reminiscent of lemon meringue pie: that creamy combination of the fluffy meringue and the lemon sauce at the base level. At the same time, my nose detects a smell that may also remind some consumers of lemon sherbets, albeit a little less citrusy but still equally as tantalising.

What I really appreciated about this toothpaste jelly was that the lemon balm infusion still left my mouth feeling really clean and refreshed afterwards. Although it wasn't at all bright and zesty as lemon normally is, this gorgeous little product did wonders at removing all of the foody smells I was carrying around for lunch. Furthermore, my teeth felt so good that I couldn't help but run my tongue along them for ages afterwards.

The idea with all of these new tooth jellies is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it.

After using Megawatt Smile, I was really impressed how clean my whole mouth felt, without there being an intense taste lingering around for hours afterwards. Whereas Strawberries & Clean was perhaps a little too mild for my liking, this toothpaste jelly sat perfectly in the middle of offering a taste strong enough to leave your breath smelling great, without the worry of it tainting any food you may wish to eat afterwards.  

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it was nice not to have to worry about any annoying lumps that some of Lush's toothy tabs can leave in your mouth during brushing. This little gem simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

If you're looking for something a little different from the regular mint-tasting toothpastes, but perhaps something that doesn't offer a taste too different and strange for the palette, this might be a good variation to try. Especially if you're wanting to brush your teeth after a meal, without inflicting your tastebuds to a strong dosage of menthol, Megawatt Smile may be one you consider. 

Whether I'm guided by the colour of the paste or simply the smell and taste, this toothpaste compliments the warmer weather in every way. Given how much I've enjoyed using this one, I'm currently considering taking this with me on my summer holiday trip abroad. Like a summery lemon cocktail, this toothpaste jelly is definitely one that will brighten your day, and indeed your smile.

Quantitative Ingredients: Lemon Balm Infusion (Melissa officinalis), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Alcoholic Tincture of Electric Daisies (Spilanthes oleracea), Bergamot Oil (Citrus Aurantium bergamia), Litsea Cubeba Oil, Olibanum Oil (Boswellia carterii), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Titanium Dioxide, Water (Aqua), Coarse Sea Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate, Amyl Cinnamal, *Benzyl Cinnamate, *Cinnamal, *Cinnamyl Alcohol, *Citral, *Geraniol, *Limonene, *Linalool, Flavour, Colour 19140.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Strawberries & Clean Toothpaste Jelly

It is my belief that adults are simply children in bigger bodies, carrying around many more responsibilities and merely pretending we have a clue about what's going on in the world. I don't for one second think that any of us truly 'grow up, and neither do I believe that many of us really want to anyway. So products such as this latest toothpaste jelly will always appeal to the children inside of us, and Lush know this only too well.

One of ten brand new innovative toothpaste jellies that Lush have recently created, Strawberries & Clean is for those with a super sweet tooth. If, like myself, you're fairly well versed in the impressive array of different flavours featured in Lush's oral range, you'll find the transition into using this one fairly straight forward. However, if you're someone who has been instilled with the idea that a tooth paste needs to be mint-flavoured, you may find using this one a bit of a shock. 

What I first loved about Strawberries & Clean is that this is one of only two translucent variations, and seems to be the only toothpaste jelly that features a little lustre in the product design. With its playful shade of red, this toothpaste jelly really replicates that of a gummy sweet, which only makes the experience even yummier in your mouth. Please don't be put off by the lustre however, there won't be any evidence left of this inside of your mouth afterwards.

Containing vanilla, lime, jasmine and rosewood oils, this jelly has a bright, fruity and very playful fragrance. The inclusion of the strawberry extract is, alongside the lime oil, definitely the key note to both the smell and taste of this product. The jasmine absolute sits very mildly at the back of the smell, and along with the vanilla, simply pads out the aroma a little more. 

In fact, without trying to diminish how much I enjoyed using this product, I will say that Strawberries & Clean has a very boring, generic smell. Given the unique fragrances that Lush are known for, the smell of this jelly pales in comparison, and to be fair it wouldn't be seen as strange to find similar smells within other brand's products. Having said all of that, this product is primarily a toothpaste and so isn't looking to win any awards for the complexity of its scent.

As soon as I began to brush, I was able to recognise the sweet and fruity strawberry taste within my mouth and around my teeth, although it wasn't particularly strong at the start or finish of my experience, and as I mentioned above, it was rather a simplistic taste. When in my mouth, this toothpaste jelly reminded me very much of the limited edition strawberry Wrigley's chewing gum that came out in the UK last year, for anybody that may have tried it themselves and can recognise the comparison.

The idea with all of these new tooth jellies is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it.

Once I had finished brushing my teeth, I was a little disappointed that I wasn't able to detect much more than just a mild taste of Strawberries & Clean. This is definitely a toothpaste for those who plan to eat pretty soon afterwards, as the smell and taste of this one doesn't last particularly long in your mouth. Having said that, my teeth did feel squeaky clean (which I think was thanks to the inclusion of the lime oil) and there was no trace of any food smells afterwards as well.

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it was nice not to have to worry about any annoying lumps that some of Lush's toothy tabs can leave in your mouth during brushing. This little gem simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

While probably one of my least favourite variations of toothpaste jelly, this is for those who want to feel rebellious brushing their teeth with 'sweets', and for those who want a lighter, less potent tasting toothpaste. Strawberries & Clean definitely appealed to the children in me and I will continue to use this tub until it has been finished. However, there are many more interesting and also stronger variations that I would ultimately choose over using this one.

Quantitative Ingredients: Vanilla Pod Infusion (Vanilla planifolia), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Lime Oil (Citrus aurantifolia), Jasmine Absolute (Jasminum grandiflorum), Rosewood Oil (Aniba rosaeodora), Strawberry Extract (Fragaria ananassa), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Menthol Crystals (Menthol), Titanium Dioxide, Tin Oxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Citral, *Limonene, *Linalool, Flavour, Colour 77491, Colour 45430:1.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.

Tornado Toothpaste Jelly

Cinnamon is hands-down my favourite spice ever. There is something so warming and rounded and sweet about its aroma that has me salivating every time I even get the slightest of whiffs. I remember with fondness how excited I used to get when I was allowed to spend the evening with a box of Atomic Bomb sweets as a kid, even if the name sounds rather passive aggressive to my adult self.

You can imagine my excitement then when I discovered that Tornado, one of ten brand new innovative toothpaste jellies that Lush have recently brought out, is an explosion of cinnamon like no other. If the mere mention of the 'c' word has you grappling for the exit, you may wish to move house if someone in your neighbourhood even so much as suggests that they may be tempted into buying a pot.

Unfortunately for cinnamon lovers such as myself, these toothpaste jellies are only currently available in Lush's Liverpool (England) and Shinjuku (Japan) stores. However, I do hope that these brand new inventions appear on the website and in all stores in the coming months because it seems a shame that something this good is limited to so few consumers.

Fierce and Fire-y in design, this toothpaste jelly boasts the same heat when it comes to its ingredients list. Both a cinnamon bark infusion and a cinnamon oil have gone into making this unique jelly, which also has a generous helping of both mandarin and pine oils underneath to often the blow a little and add a subtle complexity that I simply adored.

From the tub, Tornado offers a strong burst of cinnamon, which is both dry and spicy at the same time. You can definitely tell that the fragrance has come from the cinnamon bark because you can almost imagine the bark present in front of your nose every time you give it a sniff. The inclusion of the mandarin oil then helps to add a little fruitiness; a little sweetness to the mixture that rounds the aroma off wonderfully. As if this wasn't enough, the inclusion of the pine oil seems to clash a little with the cinnamon and add a gentle note of 'green' that threads itself around the other components.

While I can see the resemblance between this and Cinders Shower Gel, I happen to think that there's far more layers when it comes to the shower gel and this toothpaste jelly is far stronger in heat. As you can imagine, the taste replicates this notion as well...

As soon as I began brushing, I could feel the intensity of the cinnamon around my entire mouth, although it didn't cause any burn or stinging that stronger toothpastes can sometimes arouse. Instead, the cinnamon cleared and refreshened my palette whilst the mandarin served to add a little fruitiness to the overall taste. Having said that, my tongue was left tingling a little after I washed my mouth out and this continued for a good ten minutes before slowly disappearing.

The idea with all of these new tooth jellies is that you simply scoop your toothbrush across the top of the surface of the product and a small amount (or however much you wish to use) will rub off onto the bristles, and this is what you use to brush your teeth with. With all ten of these new jellies, I found that it was very easy to apply only the smallest of amount to my brush: I barely dented the surface at all to begin with, so these little 60g pots will last you a very long time. In fact, I would even say that they may outlast that of a regular-sized 200g tube of toothpaste.

Once I began brushing, I found that it 'lathered up' exactly like a regular toothpaste and at no point did I feel or experience any jelly pieces still in my mouth. The product dissolved very quickly and then worked exactly as you would hope a tooth paste would do so. Furthermore, I was able to spit the paste out multiple times and never once ran out of foam on my toothbrush. These jellies are super generous when it comes to how much foam they produce in your mouth, despite how little product you need to use. Whereas I would normally use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste, I was able to use a piece the size of a grain of rice and yet heed the same results.

What I would say is that as the product is self preserving, it's important to keep your toothbrush fairly dry when you run it across the product. Adding moisture of any kind to these naked cosmetics could reduce the shelf life of the jelly and may open up the possibility of bacteria multiplying over time. For this reason, it's also essential that the lid is left on so as not to attract any unwanted germs. Given that I can imagine one of these pots lasting me a good 3-4 months as a minimum, I certainly wouldn't want the paste exposed to any bacteria, if I can help it. 

Once I had finished using Tornado Toothpaste Jelly, I could feel how smooth and shiny my teeth were and my mouth felt super refreshed. While I could still taste the sweet cinnamon in my mouth, it wasn't overpowering at all and I could have happily eaten straight afterwards without any problem. Having said that, there was enough potency to keep my breath fresh for a good while afterwards.

As I will say in all of my toothpaste jelly reviews, it's also nice not to have to prepare myself for annoying lumps of tab when I rinse my mouth out afterwards. Tornado simply dissolved as soon as I started brushing and there wasn't any wastage from bits getting stuck in my teeth or falling out when I spat into the sink.

As with most of Lush's new toothpaste jellies, this one contains many key ingredients to actually help this product to act like a toothpaste. Hydrated silica works well as a whitening and teeth cleaning agent: helping to remove the stains from the surface of your teeth without damaging the enamel. Then there is xylitol, which is a natural sweetener that doesn't contain any fructose, so will help to protect your teeth from damage, and will hopefully help to reduce your risk of cavities over time.

If you haven't already realised, Tornado is for cinnamon lovers through and through and makes a great alternative to mint-tasting toothpastes. This toothpaste still offers the feeling of a clean, refreshed mouth but with a lovely twist, which I happen to love. This is definitely one of my favourite toothpaste jellies by far.

Quantitative Ingredients: Cinnamon Bark Infusion (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Sorbitol, Glycerine, Silica, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Xylitol, Flavour, Cinnamon Bark Oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Green Mandarin Oil (Citrus nobilis), Pine Oil (Pinus sylvestris), Water (Aqua), Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana), Agar Agar (Gelidium cartilagineum), Carrageenan Extract (Chondrus crispus), Titanium Dioxide, Menthol crystals (Menthol), Alpha-Isomethyl ionone, Cinnamal, *Eugenol, *Limonene, Colour 15510.

Vegan?: Yes. 

2019 Price: £ each.

Year Of Original Release: 2019.