Family Oral Care Compared: Eco Toothbrush, Aquafresh Kids & brush-baby Toothpaste

Getting the whole family brushing well doesn't have to mean a bathroom full of plastic and artificial ingredients. Our Oral Care collection includes picks for eco-conscious adults and children alike. We've selected three standout products — a sustainable bamboo toothbrush and two kids' toothpastes — and compared them so you can stock up with confidence.

1. Eco Bath London Bamboo Toothbrush in Bamboo Tube Travel Case

£4.99

If you're looking to reduce plastic in your bathroom, the Eco Bath London Bamboo Toothbrush is the natural starting point. Both the toothbrush and its bamboo tube travel case are biodegradable — a genuine step up from the 3.5 billion plastic toothbrushes discarded globally every year. The soft, BPA-free bristles are gentle on gums while still delivering an effective clean, and the natural bamboo handle is comfortable and durable. The included travel case makes it just as practical on the road as it is at home. At £4.99, it's an easy, affordable switch.

Best for: Eco-conscious adults, travellers, anyone reducing single-use plastic.
Key features: Biodegradable bamboo handle & case, soft BPA-free bristles, sustainably sourced, includes travel case.
Age: Adults

2. Aquafresh Splash Toothpaste – Ages 3–8

£1.49

The Aquafresh Splash Toothpaste is the budget-friendly kids' pick — and at £1.49 for 50ml, it's hard to beat on value. Formulated specifically for children aged 3–8, it accounts for the fact that children's tooth enamel is 50% thinner than adults', using a low-abrasive, gentle formula with fluoride to strengthen enamel and protect against sugar acid attacks. Made with 95% naturally derived ingredients, it's free from artificial flavours and sweeteners, vegan, and sugar-free. The strawberry flavour makes brushing something kids actually look forward to.

Best for: Children aged 3–8, budget-conscious families, parents wanting naturally derived ingredients.
Key features: 95% naturally derived, fluoride, vegan, sugar-free, no artificial flavours or sweeteners, low-abrasive.
Age: 3–8 years

3. brush-baby Strawberry Toothpaste – Ages 3+

£2.39

The brush-baby Strawberry Toothpaste is the premium kids' option and the one to reach for if your child has a sensitive mouth. The SLS-free, non-foaming formula is specifically designed for sensitive teeth and gums, making it gentler than most mainstream toothpastes. It combines xylitol and fluoride to strengthen enamel and actively reduce sugar acids — a dual-action approach that goes a step further than fluoride alone. It's also free from gluten, dairy, soya, palm oil, and parabens, and is vegan and vegetarian friendly. A thoughtful formulation for parents who want the cleanest possible ingredients list.

Best for: Children with sensitive mouths, parents wanting allergen-free and palm-oil-free formulas, 3+ years.
Key features: Xylitol + fluoride, SLS-free, non-foaming, vegan, gluten/dairy/soya/palm oil/paraben free.
Age: 3+ years

Side-by-Side Comparison

The Family Verdict

For adults making the switch to sustainable oral care, the Eco Bath London Bamboo Toothbrush is a brilliant £4.99 investment — biodegradable, travel-ready, and genuinely effective. For the kids, the choice comes down to budget and sensitivity: the Aquafresh Splash at £1.49 is the everyday value pick with a naturally derived formula, while the brush-baby at £2.39 is the go-to for sensitive mouths or parents who want the most allergen-free, clean-label option available. All three are vegan, all three are travel-sized or travel-friendly, and all three make the morning brush a little easier.

Browse the full range in our Oral Care collection.