WOW! Earthy isn't quite the way I describe the smell of the stick when you open it however I am addicted now to the stick! WOW! I am a weed smoking tea drinker and these have cured the yellowing of my teeth considerably in just less than a month already. Cannot wait to see another months worth of stick use will do!!
I don't think a lot people here are describing the smell well enough. It's not just earthy. I can tell why the tree thus comes from is called a true mustard tree. It smells and tastes like a mustard. Very potent thought, almost sulfuric.
That being said, definitely smells like it naturally contains the compounds to keep my teeth and gums clean. I'm looking for cheap and biodegradable, and something I can potentially plant for myself in the future to have for as long as I'm going to in order to sustain myself.
If you're a nut like me, you'll push through the pungeant mustard flavor. I do a little coconut oil rinse after to clear the stank from my mouth.
Otherwise the bristles clean well. I didn't have to do any fancy tricks to get the toothbrush on my molars. I have big teeth and a small mouth too, I was able to reach all parts of my teeth with a little extra manuevering. The bristles do like to come off, I just keep going and rinse them out with water when I'm done.
The smell lingers on your hands too. Not sure about whitening yet.
This product has been a really wonderful addition to my daily habits. It feels super natural and brings a nice refreshing touch to the morning. I really enjoy how simple it is to use and how well it fits into everyday life without any hassle. Everything about it is authentic and satisfying. Such a great find that makes daily care feel a bit more special.