10 Oldest Toothpaste in the World, There Are 2 Popular Brands in Indonesia

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"10 Oldest Toothpaste in the World, There are 2 Popular Brands in Indonesia"

Brushing your teeth is a common daily routine. However, did you know that there is an interesting history behind toothbrushes?

Toothpaste, especially certain brands, has become a symbol of oral cleanliness. Although toothpaste and its brands continue to evolve, most people still use the toothpaste brands that were first introduced over a hundred years ago. Here are the 10 oldest toothpaste brands in the world according to oldest.org, as quoted on (25/03).

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10. Close-Up

"In 1967, Close-Up, a toothpaste with a revolutionary red and white gel formula innovation. Different from conventional toothpaste at that time, Close-Up has successfully maintained its existence in the market until now."

"The Oldest Toothpaste in the World"

9. Rembrandt Toothpaste

Rembrandt Toothpaste, known since 1967, has become an iconic symbol of captivating smiles and a solution for teeth whitening. With its transparent gel formula, accompanied by mouthwash and whitening agents, this brand remains a relevant choice until now.

8. Elmex

In 1962, Elmex started a new era in dental care as a pioneer of innovation. This product was created by Dr. Heinz Neumark, a Swiss dentist, who developed the amine fluoride formula. Elmex remains in existence until now as a leading brand in dental care.

7. Gleem

Since 1952, there has been a oral care brand called Gleem that originated from America. Gleem is owned by the company Procter & Gamble. Originally competing in the toothpaste market, Gleem has become a favorite choice. Despite having been around for quite a long time, Gleem continues to survive and is known in the market until today.

"The Oldest Toothpaste in the World"

6. Pepsodent

Pepsodent is an American toothpaste brand that was introduced in 1915 by the Pepsodent Company of Chicago. Unilever, as the main shareholder of Pepsodent, actively markets the product. In Indonesia, Pepsodent remains a top choice and is well-known in the toothpaste category.

5. Ipana

Created by Bristol-Myers Company in 1901, Ipana quickly became famous as a trusted oral care product. However, nowadays, the presence of the Ipana brand is not as popular as before.

4. Sozodont

In 1859, Dr. Rosewell Van Buskirk from New Jersey created Sozodont, which comes from the Greek word "sozo" meaning "to save" and "dontia" meaning "teeth". Currently, the product is no longer widely available in the market.

3. Dr. Lyon's Tooth Powder

Dr. Lyon's Tooth Powder, which was introduced in the late 19th century, offers effective dental care in powder form. This product was advertised as a better alternative to toothpaste. However, unfortunately, the brand is no longer operational.

"The Oldest Toothpaste in the World"

2. Kalodont

Toothpaste Kalodont, which was first introduced in Austria-Hungary in 1887, is a pioneer in the use of fluoride as an active ingredient. However, this brand is no longer available.

1. Colgate

Colgate, the oldest toothpaste brand known worldwide, made its debut in 1873 by selling its products in glass containers. The innovation occurred in 1896 when they introduced toothpaste in collapsible tube packaging. The name "Colgate" comes from the company's founder, William Colgate, who started his business in 1806. It is impressive that the Colgate brand has remained unchanged for nearly two centuries and still exists in the market today!

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