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It should come as news to precisely no one that the cost of living has climbed and climbed in recent years and looks set to continue on this upwards trajectory. As a result, consumers have become more savvy, swapping bougie beauty splurges for more affordable supermarket solutions.
While the initial motivation might have been to save a few pennies, this has meant that we’ve discovered many cost-effective alternatives that work just as well as their more expensive counterparts. And our latest wallet-friendly beauty buy might just be our favourite yet. Allow us to explain…
The common beauty problem
With age and a life well lived comes a common beauty problem: teeth that are stained yellow. The most common cause of tooth discolouration is food and drink, such as coffee, tea, red wine and dark soft drinks. While regular check ups at the dentist and good oral hygiene can help, these stains are unlikely to budge unless you seek treatment.
The supermarket solution
We know that professional teeth whitening treatments work; however, they can cost a small fortune, depending on where you go. Healthdirect estimates that bleaching teeth at the dentist’s office can cost the average Australian anywhere between $500 and $2,000.
The good news for anyone who doesn’t want to spend up big in the pursuit of a brighter, whiter smile? There’s a popular supermarket alternative that actually works.
Introducing the White Glo Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit. As a trusted brand with over 25 years of experience producing whitening teeth products, you’re probably familiar with the White Glo logo from your weekly supermarket shop. And the brand’s Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit is its most effective at-home teeth whitening solution yet.
White Glo Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit combines phthalimidoperoxycaproic acid (PAP), natural enzymes and peroxide with red and blue light spectrum technology to lift stains without causing sensitivity. To use, simply apply the whitening gel to the universal-sized mouth tray and hit the on button. After 10 minutes, the light will turn off which signifies that time is up. Rinse your mouth with water and you’re done. (Told you it was much easier than visiting the dentist…)
To maintain the results, add White Glo Professional White Whitening Toothpaste to your daily routine, morning and night. This will act as a booster and help ensure your pearly whites stay bright.
The science
What makes this product different? And worth your hard-earned cash? It actually works.
Developed in partnership with Australian dentists, White Glo’s Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit crucially contains the same ingredients that you’d find in professional-grade treatments. Both PAP and peroxide are tried-and-tested bleaching ingredients that are proven to lift stains without abrasion. The addition of the red and blue spectrum light helps to accelerate the removal of yellowing and discolouration by activating the whitening gel, creating faster, visible results.
“I confidently recommend the White Glo whitening kit to my patients,” says Dr Aodhan Docherty, one of Australia’s leading cosmetic dentists. ”It utilises the same trusted whitening ingredients and advanced technology found in professional dental treatments.”
In contrast, many of the popular products now found in supermarkets don’t contain these proven ingredients and instead, provide a short-term solution without long-term results. If you’re looking for results that last, ensure your teeth whitening kit contains a bleaching ingredient, such as peroxide.
The reviews
Considering taking the plunge? The reviews speak for themselves. Here’s what other customers are saying…
“I have used the White Glo toothpaste for years and the old blue light kit but the new advanced red and blue light kit gives incredible results the first time! I would never buy a different brand ever again.” — Jackie
“Teeth look much brighter. Very easy to use, definitely the best teeth whitening product I have purchased.” — Kieran D
“I was very sceptical at first about trying this whitening kit but was immensely impressed by the results. I drink a lot of red wine and this helped to drastically improve the appearance of my stains.” — Mark W
The cost
White Glo Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit costs $59.99 and is available from Coles, Woolworths, Chemist Warehouse, Priceline, well as other major supermarkets and chemists.
Formulated by dental professionals and developed using science, White Glo has a range of products to suit all needs from everyday whitening to advanced treatments.
