Natural Health Co
Natural Health Co is known for plastic free oral care made with traditional natural materials, particularly bamboo toothbrushes with natural animal-hair bristles and silk dental floss. While bamboo toothbrush handles are now relatively common, many still use synthetic bristles. Natural Health Co takes a different approach, pairing bamboo handles with horsehair or boar bristles to create a genuinely plastic free toothbrush for adults and children.
Shop Naturally is an Official Australian Stockist of Natural Health Co products. The range offers a practical choice for shoppers specifically looking to reduce plastic in their everyday oral care, with materials clearly identified so you know exactly what you are buying. As the toothbrush bristles and silk floss are animal-derived, these products are not suitable for vegans.
Natural Health Co
Natural Health Co is known for plastic free oral care made with traditional natural materials, particularly bamboo toothbrushes with natural animal-hair bristles and silk dental floss. While bamboo toothbrush handles are now relatively common, many still use synthetic bristles. Natural Health Co takes a different approach, pairing bamboo handles with horsehair or boar bristles to create a genuinely plastic free toothbrush for adults and children.
Shop Naturally is an Official Australian Stockist of Natural Health Co products. The range offers a practical choice for shoppers specifically looking to reduce plastic in their everyday oral care, with materials clearly identified so you know exactly what you are buying. As the toothbrush bristles and silk floss are animal-derived, these products are not suitable for vegans.
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Natural Health CoSilk Floss Refill 2 PackTwin refill pack with 2 x 30m of plastic free natural silk floss with beeswax and mint essential oil.View product details$14.95 -
Natural Health CoNatural Health Co Natural Silk Floss 30mPlastic free dental floss made from natural silk with beeswax and mint essential oil, supplied in a reusable glass dispenser.View product details$12.95 -
Natural Health CoNatural Health Co Horse Bristle & Bamboo Toothbrush Adult Med-SoftA plastic free adult toothbrush made with a bamboo handle and natural horsehair bristles, with no synthetic bristles or glue.View product details$8.95 -
Natural Health CoNatural Health Co Horse Bristle & Bamboo Toothbrush Child Med-SoftA plastic free children's toothbrush made with a bamboo handle and natural medium-soft horsehair bristles, designed for smaller mouths.View product details$8.95 -
Natural Health CoNatural Health Co Boar Bristle & Bamboo Toothbrush Adult Med-FirmA plastic free adult toothbrush made with a bamboo handle and natural boar bristles, with no synthetic bristles or glue.View product details$8.95
Compare Natural Health Co Oral Care
Natural Health Co stands out from many other oral care options at Shop Naturally because of the materials used in the toothbrush bristles and floss itself. If reducing plastic is your priority, these differences can matter more than whether a toothbrush simply has a bamboo handle. Here is how the range compares with some of the alternatives you may be considering.
| Option | Key materials | Best if you want | Key difference |
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| Natural Health Co Boar Bristle Toothbrush | Bamboo handle with natural boar bristles | A plastic free toothbrush with natural bristles | Uses animal-hair bristles instead of the nylon or synthetic bristles commonly found on bamboo toothbrushes |
| Natural Health Co Horsehair Toothbrush | Bamboo handle with natural horsehair bristles | A plastic free toothbrush with horsehair bristles | Provides another natural-bristle choice without relying on synthetic bristles |
| Bamboo toothbrush with synthetic bristles | Bamboo handle with synthetic bristles | A bamboo-handled toothbrush without requiring natural animal-hair bristles | The handle reduces the amount of plastic used, but the bristles are still synthetic |
| Conventional toothbrush | Typically plastic handle with synthetic bristles | A familiar toothbrush with a wide choice of bristle styles and designs | Does not have the natural-material focus of the Natural Health Co toothbrushes |
| Natural Health Co Silk Dental Floss | Natural silk floss | A natural floss filament and a plastic free oral care option | Uses animal-derived silk rather than a synthetic floss filament |
| Dr Tung's Smart Floss | Expanding synthetic floss | A soft, expanding floss designed to increase its surface area between teeth | Its expanding construction is the main feature rather than being a plastic free or natural-filament floss |
Natural bristles or a regular bamboo toothbrush?
If your main reason for choosing bamboo is to find a plastic free toothbrush, look beyond the handle. Many bamboo toothbrushes still use synthetic bristles. Natural Health Co replaces these with horsehair or boar bristles, making the bristle material the significant difference. If you prefer to avoid animal-derived materials, a bamboo toothbrush with synthetic bristles will be the more suitable choice.
Natural Health Co Silk Floss or Dr Tung's Smart Floss?
These two flosses suit quite different priorities. Natural Health Co Silk Dental Floss is the choice to consider when you specifically want a natural floss filament and are looking to reduce plastic in your oral care routine. Dr Tung's Smart Floss instead focuses on performance and handling: the floss expands during use to provide a broader cleaning surface. Smart Floss is also the more appropriate of the two for shoppers who do not want animal-derived silk.
Who is Natural Health Co best suited to?
Natural Health Co is particularly worth considering if you have already switched to bamboo toothbrushes but want to go further by avoiding synthetic bristles, or if you have been looking for an alternative to conventional synthetic dental floss. The trade-off is that the natural bristles and silk are animal-derived, so customers seeking vegan oral care will be better served by other options in the Shop Naturally range.
Natural Health Co FAQ
Are Natural Health Co toothbrushes plastic free?
Yes. Natural Health Co toothbrushes combine a bamboo handle with natural horsehair or boar bristles, providing an alternative for shoppers looking for a genuinely plastic free toothbrush. This is an important difference from many bamboo toothbrushes, which use a bamboo handle but still have nylon or other synthetic bristles.
What are Natural Health Co toothbrush bristles made from?
Natural Health Co natural-bristle toothbrushes use either horsehair or boar bristles. Both are animal-derived natural materials rather than synthetic toothbrush bristles. Check the individual product when choosing, as the range includes different bristle types and sizes for adults and children.
What is the difference between horsehair and boar-bristle toothbrushes?
The fundamental difference is the source of the natural bristles: one uses horsehair and the other uses boar bristles. Both provide a plastic free alternative to synthetic toothbrush bristles. Refer to the individual product information for specific bristle characteristics rather than assuming that all horsehair or boar-bristle toothbrushes will feel the same.
Are Natural Health Co toothbrushes and silk floss vegan?
No. Natural Health Co toothbrushes use horsehair or boar bristles, while the dental floss is made from natural silk. These are animal-derived materials and are not suitable for vegans. Customers wanting vegan oral care can choose from other toothbrush and dental floss options at Shop Naturally.
Is Natural Health Co dental floss plastic free?
Yes. Natural Health Co dental floss is plastic free, from the natural silk floss itself through to the dispenser and packaging. It provides an alternative for customers who want to move away from synthetic floss without finding plastic elsewhere in the product or pack. The silk is animal-derived, so the floss is not suitable for vegans.
How often should I replace a natural-bristle toothbrush?
As a general guide, replace your toothbrush around every three months, or sooner if the bristles become worn, damaged or splayed. Rinse natural bristles thoroughly after brushing and store the toothbrush where it can dry properly between uses.
Expert Advice for Natural Health Co Oral Care
Natural hair and silk can feel a little different if you’re moving away from synthetic oral care materials. A few simple habits will help you care for them and understand when they’re ready to be replaced.
Let natural bristles dry properly
Rinse the toothbrush thoroughly after use, gently shake off excess water and store it upright where air can circulate around the head. Keeping natural hair continually damp can affect its condition. Avoid placing a wet brush straight into a closed travel case; allow it to dry first and use the case for transport rather than permanent storage.
Use the bristles gently
More pressure doesn’t mean more effective brushing. Use small, controlled movements and enough pressure to guide the bristles without noticeably bending or splaying them. This is kinder to the brush and makes it easier to notice whether the particular bristle style feels comfortable for you.
Judge replacement time by condition
Three months is a useful general replacement guide, but the bristles themselves provide the clearest practical cue. Replace the brush sooner if they become splayed, loose, uneven or uncomfortable. Natural materials can change with repeated wetting and drying, so an occasional close look at the brush head is worthwhile.
Keep silk floss dry and use a fresh section
Store silk floss away from splashes and ongoing bathroom moisture. When flossing, ease it through each contact point rather than forcing or snapping it down. Move to a clean section between spaces so you aren’t repeatedly using the same worn part of the filament.
Think about disposal component by component
A toothbrush or floss product may combine several materials. The bamboo handle, animal-hair bristles, silk filament, coating, dispenser and outer packaging shouldn’t automatically be treated as though they have identical disposal requirements. Separating components where practical and following your local council’s guidance gives you a more accurate approach than assuming every natural-material product is wholly compostable.
