Toothpaste Tablets: Why They’re Better Than Traditional Paste
TL;DR
Toothpaste tablets are a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable alternative to traditional toothpaste. They eliminate plastic tubes, reduce overuse, and come with simpler, safer ingredients. In this article, we explore why more people are making the switch - and how NUEOS tablets offer a better experience for your mouth and the planet.
A Brief History of Toothpaste
Toothpaste has come a long way from crushed shells and soot in ancient Egypt to bicarbonate powders in the 1800s. In 1892, the collapsible tube changed everything.
But fast-forward to today, and not much has evolved. Most of us still squeeze paste from plastic tubes, many of which can’t be recycled. The ingredients? Often harsh, synthetic, or unnecessary. It’s a system stuck in the past.
Now, there’s a better way: toothpaste tablets.
What Are Toothpaste Tablets?
Toothpaste tablets are solid, chewable alternatives to traditional paste. Pop one in your mouth, chew gently, brush as normal with a wet toothbrush — and it foams just like you’re used to.
The difference?
✔ No water content
✔ No plastic packaging
✔ No mess or overuse
They’re convenient, clean, and ideal for travel and more consumers are making the switch every day.
Why Traditional Toothpaste Is Due a Rethink
1. It’s an Environmental Problem
Over 1.5 billion toothpaste tubes are thrown away globally every year, almost all ending up in landfill due to their mixed materials【1】. The water-based formula inside also adds unnecessary weight for shipping, increasing carbon emissions.
2. It’s Easy to Waste
Most of us squeeze far more than needed. With tablets, you use exactly the right amount - every time. No gunk in the cap, no dried-up blobs.
3. It Contains ‘Controversial’ Ingredients
Many supermarket pastes include:
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS): a foaming agent linked to mouth irritation
- Artificial sweeteners and microplastics: used for taste and texture, but increasingly scrutinised
The Benefits of Toothpaste Tablets
1. Eco-Friendly by Design
Toothpaste tablets are typically packaged in glass jars, metal tins, or compostable refill packs. No more tubes. No more landfill. NUEOS tablets arrive in fully recyclable or reusable packaging - always minimal, never wasteful.
2. Travel-Ready
They’re dry, TSA-friendly, and won’t leak in your bag. Whether you’re headed to the gym, the office, or on holiday, they’re perfect on the go.
3. Simpler, Gentler Formulas
Most tablets contain fewer ingredients than pastes. NUEOS tablets are free from SLS, triclosan, and artificial sweeteners, made with naturally effective ingredients that work with your mouth, not against it.
4. Better Shelf Life
No water means less chance of bacteria or drying out. Tablets remain fresh for longer and don’t require preservatives in the same way pastes do.
Paired with proper brushing and flossing, toothpaste tablets perform just as well, and often better than what’s in your plastic tube.
Why NUEOS Tablets Stand Out
We didn’t just remove the plastic we reimagined the whole experience.
✅ Natural, effective ingredients
✅ Perfect daily dosing
✅ Minimal, reusable packaging
✅ No fillers or harsh chemicals
✅ Designed to pair with our LED Light Bath for optimal results
Combined with our mouthwash tablets and innovative LED therapy, NUEOS offers the most advanced home oral care — in the most sustainable form.
“I didn’t expect to enjoy brushing my teeth. These tablets make it feel like a proper ritual.” – a NUEOS tester
A Small Switch can have a Big Impact
Toothpaste tablets are a smarter, cleaner, more planet-positive way to care for your mouth.
No tube. No waste. No compromise.
Whether you’re seeking better ingredients, travel-friendly formats or simply less plastic in your life — NUEOS makes it easy to upgrade your routine.
👉 Join the waitlist today and be the first to try the next generation of oral care.
Let the light in.
Sources
- BBC Future. “The problem with toothpaste tubes.” bbc.com
- NHS UK. “Fluoride and Dental Health.” nhs.uk
- Environmental Working Group. “Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.” ewg.org
- European Commission, “Cosmetic Ingredient Database.” ec.europa.eu
