Get rid of your bad breath and face people confidently so that they will not turn their heads away from you. You may immediately go for a mouthwash to get back to normal breath. It is a fair idea. But, how many of you know that mouthwash is not so effective?
Commercial mouthwash: The action of commercial mouthwash can worsen the condition of bad breath. Mouthwash contains flavoring and dyes but primarily it contains alcohol! They claim to kill bacteria. This is true in most cases. However, bacteria are quick to return with an exponential effect because the alcoholic content causes dry mouth which is the leading cause of bad breath. It creates a very ineffectual cycle of repetition.

Commercial mouthwash also contains chemicals. Excessive amount of mouthwash irritates the gums, tongue, palate and mucous membranes in the mouth. If you smoke and drink liquor, stay away from mouthwash. Rather, try to search for its alternatives.

Homemade mouthwash: If you want to stick to the idea of a mouthwash, then try to prepare your own one. A rinse consisting of a few drops of peppermint oil in a glass of water will do the trick. Don’t count on it to kill bacteria. Also just use it as a rinse and do not swallow. Tea tree oil and ginger are also effective. Remember the good old home remedy of rinsing your mouth with salt water? It is a remedy for sore throat and bad breath as well. Rinsing with lemon or lime water is also a good option. Both are equally effective and may taste a bit more pleasant than salt water.

Try out them and you will not be embarrassed, as you were, with bad breath.