JACK N’ JILL FAQS

WHAT IS IN JACK N' JILL TOOTHPASTE?

We have formulated our toothpaste to work well on young teeth and to contain only natural ingredients. Good toothpaste is hard to make, so we set out to make toothpaste without noxious chemicals. We know how hard it is to get young ones to brush – or allow parents to brush – which is why we want it to be a yummy and fun experience for them, as well as safe.

Jack N' Jill is absolutely free of anything GMO and free of Palm Oil derivatives. It contains the following ingredients: Xylitol, Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerin (from coconut), Silica, Certified Organic Natural Flavor*, Xanthan Gum, Certified Organic Calendula Officinalis Extract**, Potassium Sorbate (Naturally derived), Citric Acid.

  • *USDA Certified Organic Ingredient
  • ** NASAA Certified Organic & Biodynamic Ingredient

HOW DO I TAKE CARE OF MY TOOTHPASTE?

Your toothpaste tube is sealed under the cap for hygiene. Remove the flip-top cap in order to remove the safety seal and then replace the flip-­top cap. During normal use, small amounts of crystallized toothpaste will build up on the mouth of the cap.

  • Using a clean damp cloth, remove all toothpaste residue from around the cap opening
  • Dry the cap with a clean, dry cloth
  • Close flip-top lid and store tube upright (cap facing up)
  • Always store oral care products as far away from the toilet area as possible

It's important to always keep your toothbrush clean, and sterilize the head regularly. When the toothbrush comes into contact with the opening of the toothpaste cap, bacteria etc. can be transferred to the tube.

Please don't allow children to suck on the toothpaste tube. We know it tastes yummy, but it is unhygienic (and can spoil the toothpaste) and is not the intended use for it. If this does occur then immediately clean the tube as above.

HOW DO I TAKE CARE OF MY TOOTHBRUSH?

  • Rinse off bristles under water before and after brushing and run your thumb backwards and forwards across the bristles to clean effectively
  • Shake off excess water
  • Store upright in a cup to allow bristles to air‐dry
  • For general hygiene, store toothbrush as far away from the toilet area as possible

HOW DO I STERILIZE MY TOOTHBRUSH?

Plaque, as well as the interior of the mouth, contains many microorganisms. Inevitably, these microorganisms become trapped between the bristles of your toothbrush. Because your toothbrush is often in a moist environment, bacterial growth can flourish. That's why it's imperative to keep your toothbrush clean and to sterilize it regularly.

  • Rinse off bristles under water before and after brushing and run your thumb backwards and forwards across the bristles to clean effectively
  • Shake off excess water
  • Place toothbrush in bathroom cup, head down
  • Pour in enough hydrogen peroxide 3%** to cover head & bristles
  • Leave for 10 minutes
  • Rinse bristles under tap
  • Shake off excess water and store in wash cup as above
  • Sterilize once weekly Please note: The Jack N' Jill Bio Brush cannot be sterilised in boiling water or microwave.

Please note: The Jack N' Jill Bio Brush cannot be sterilised in boiling water or microwave.

**Hydrogen Peroxide 3% is widely available from pharmacies.

About Hydrogen Peroxide: Hydrogen Peroxide 3% has mild and safe antimicrobial properties. It quickly breaks down to water & oxygen. It can also work as a bleach, so care must be taken when handling. As with any product of this nature, open with care and make sure cap is pointing away from body. Hydrogen Peroxide is not to be ingested.

ARE THERE ANY BADDIES IN THE BATHTIME RANGE?

Our Bathtime range is free from Parabens, Sulfates, Palm Oil, Synthetic fragrances and colour. We use native extracts and organic oils to beautifully clean and nourish your family. Made in Australia – Hypoallergenic – Plant-­Based – BPA Free Bottle – Cruelty Free – Not Tested on Animals.

WHAT IS A NON-­NANO SUNSCREEN?

In a Natural Sunscreen there are only two possible ‘active’ ingredients to block the sun ­‐ Zinc Oxide or Titanium Oxide, both physical blockers of the light. If a Natural Sunscreen has a clear finish, it means the Zinc Oxide particles are so small they are absorbed into the skin – these are called nano particles. If there is a white film left on the skin, this is the Zinc forming a natural barrier on top of the skin and not being absorbed into the skin, as the particles are too large. This is non-­nano sunscreen.

Research is currently underway to find out if absorbing Nano Zinc Oxide through the skin and into the body is safe for humans. The results are currently inconclusive, however much concern centres on Nano particles being absorbed into the body, especially in children.

As much as we personally like sunscreens that disappear, as our Natural Sunscreen is designed primarily for babies and kids and until we can be completely sure that sunscreens that are absorbed into the skin leaving a clear finish are not harmful to humans -­ we cannot risk using them in our products! In addition, the people who sampled our sunscreen on their babies during development said that the slight white film was helpful as they can clearly see the coverage on their baby. Also, it makes it more obvious if the sunscreen has been washed off in pool/ocean or wiped off with a towel.