The Breath Co. Healthy Gums Mouthwash, 500ml

The Breath Co. Healthy Gums Mouthwash is a mint-flavoured, alcohol-free oral rinse with a manufacturer-claimed 24-hour plaque-control benefit. It uses cetylpyridinium chloride (C.P.C.) and is intended for adult use as part of a twice-daily routine.

At a glance

Contains C.P.C. (cetylpyridinium chloride), described by the manufacturer as an anti-microbial ingredient.
Alcohol-free and marketed as non-burning, with no artificial dyes or saccharin claimed.
Manufacturer claims plaque control for 24 hours. This is a product claim, not independently verified performance evidence.
The listing states suitability for kosher, halal, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets.

Price

£5.00Save 50%

Reference price: ~~£9.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Alcohol-free formulation may suit shoppers who prefer to avoid alcohol in a mouth rinse.
The supplied directions give a specific dose and routine: 20 ml for a 30-second rinse, twice a day.
The 500ml bottle provides a clear single-product size for regular use.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	The Breath Co.
Model	509526

Product details
Volume	500 Millilitres
Flavour	Mint
Form	Liquid
Age range	Adult
Product benefit	Antibacterial
Manufacturer	Church & Dwight
Country of origin	USA

Formula and use
Material type free	Alcohol Free, Artificial Dye/Sweetener Free
Ingredients	Aqua, Glycerin, Poloxamer 407, Mentha Piperita Oil, Sucralose, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Limonene.
Directions	Use 20 ml of mouthwash, rinse for 30 seconds, then spit out. Use 2 times a day.
Plaque-control claim	24 Hours of Plaque Control: The Breath Co. healthy gums oral rinse fights plaque build-up for 24 hours, helping you maintain healthy gums and a fresher, cleaner mouth with every use

What to know before buying

The listing warns that temporary surface staining may occur and says adequate brushing may help prevent it. It advises stopping use and asking a dentist if gum symptoms persist for more than two weeks or if signs such as painful or swollen gums, pus, loose teeth or widening spaces occur. Keep out of reach of children, do not swallow, and do not use if the seal is missing.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Adults seeking an alcohol-free mint mouthwash containing C.P.C. as part of a twice-daily oral-care routine.
Buyers who prefer a mouthwash described as non-burning and without artificial dyes or saccharin.

Less suited to

Children, as the listing specifies adult use and says to keep the product out of their reach.
Anyone looking for a rinse with a listed fluoride ingredient. No fluoride is named in the supplied ingredient list.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 803 ratings

5 stars75%75%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars2%2%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback highlights freshness, pleasant taste, gentleness and the alcohol-free formula, with some reporting comfortable use morning and night. This aligns with the listing's mint, alcohol-free formulation, but customer impressions do not establish the claimed plaque-control duration. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, while a smaller share is lower-rated, so experiences are not uniformly positive.

Positive themes

Customer feedback praises the freshening effect and pleasant taste.
Customers describe the rinse as gentle, including for use in the morning and before bed.
Customers appreciate that the mouthwash is alcohol-free.