Woman With Dazzling Smile Admits She Whitens Teeth Using Shampoo on TikTok But Dentists Aren't Impressed

WalesOnline ^ | 22 APR 2022 | John Jones

[nickcarraway]

Saskia Ward has wowed TikTok viewers with her unique beauty tip but experts have said it is "pointless" and "dangerous"

A woman with a dazzling smile has revealed her unusual trick to keep her teeth pearly white. Saskia Ward, 24, claims that brushing her gnashers with purple shampoo nearly every night leaves them gleaming by the time she wakes up every morning.

The nail technician from Manchester shared her beauty tip on TikTok, with the video clocking up more than 100,000 views from stunned app users. The clip has also inspired others to try the hack for themselves, with viewers commenting: "I'm definitely going to do this".

Saskia claims that even her dentist was left stunned by her teeth's whiteness. However, not everyone is impressed by the technique, with an expert warning that the hack could "do more harm than good" and urging people not to take dental advice from social media.

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The 24-year-old told the Mirror that she tried the unusual beauty experiment after seeing an advertisement for purple toothpaste and becoming convinced that it was made of the same stuff like the purple shampoo she used regularly. You can read more about the latest viral clips from across TikTok here.

“I put a tiny bit on my toothbrush and prayed my teeth wouldn't turn purple," she said. "I went to my dentist for a check-up recently and he gave me nothing but praise for how amazing my teeth looked. I get loads of comments on nights out about how white they are. Purple shampoo doesn’t taste great but beauty leads you to do some wild things and I’m up for anything.”

Purple shampoo is usually used as a way to tone blonde hair. It contains crushed violet pigments, which help to neutralise brassy or yellow tones. While Saskia has composite veneers on top of her actual teeth, she believes the hack would work for natural teeth as well.

However, Dr Khaled Kasem, Chief Orthodontist at Impress dental services, has cautioned others against following Saskia's example. Also speaking with the Mirror, he warned that "shampoo should not be coming anywhere near your mouth", with the beauty tip "pointless" and "dangerous".

The internet is filled with extreme ways to whiten your teeth at home, with some stating that purple shampoo is the way forward," Dr Kasem said. "The idea behind it is that the violet hue cancels yellow tones found in your teeth, creating an instant but temporary whitening effect. It should come as no surprise when we say shampoo should not be coming anywhere near your mouth.

"Not only can ingesting shampoo have serious implications for your health, but it also doesn’t have the desired effects so becomes pointless! The ingredients in the shampoo will not remove any deep-set stains that are causing your teeth to yellow in appearance and will do more harm than good."

He continued: "Just like regular health, you shouldn’t take dental advice from anyone on social media that isn’t qualified to provide it. DIY tricks can be dangerous and cause damage to your tooth enamel, something which unfortunately can’t be undone. If you’re hoping to achieve a brighter, whiter smile, it’s best to consult a dental professional as not only will it be much more effective, it will also be safer, too.

Many viewers of the viral clip agreed with Dr Kasem and expressed concern about Saskia's technique. One wrote: "Girl, you better be joking. As a hairdresser, I've seen everything now," while another added: "Girl, please do not do this." A third warned: "Seems toxic if you ask me."

However, others were won over and said they were going to try the shampoo trick for themselves. "Is this legit because I will do it," asked one viewer, with a second adding: "Am I tempted to go brush my teeth with Fanola... yes I am." Another said the tip worked for them, writing: "I use purple shampoo on my teeth, works amazing."

[susannah59]

I know someone who tried to cure her sinus infection by using apple cider vinegar in her Neti pot. Yes, she admitted it!

I also knew someone who tried to cure a yeast infection with apple cider vinegar with similarly painful results.

Most people don’t give a lot of thought beyond “sounds good I think I’ll try that!”

[MayflowerMadam]

So ... Potty mouth?

[PLMerite]

Too Barbie-looking for me, but she does have really white teeth.

[Harmless Teddy Bear]

Gargle with Cobalt Blue.

Whitest teeth ever!

They almost glow in the dark.

(I was not going to put a disclaimer on this but people are rapidly devolving into total morons. Do not follow this advise. Unless you want the prettiest teeth in the cemetery.)

[nickcarraway]

You aren’t supposed to use pure ACV. I drink some, but it’s about a shot in a pint of water.

[caww]

All magazine photos of models, actors etc. are all photoshopped. You might as well be looking at a cartoon image because they're not real. Here's a few examples:

Air brushing as well - those who have darker skins are always lightened too...

[SamAdams76]

Correct. Many men have been led astray by the "perfect" women found in magazines. They actually think there are women in real life that are like that.

Even the most beautiful women in real life are going to have blemishes like warts, moles, and varicose veins. Once you understand that, you will be happy with your woman.

[caww]

I was in the industry for about three years - the stories I could tell! Pretty much everything in modeling and making woman appear better than what they are is fakery to the hilt....basically an extension of Hollywood's excessiveness and cesspool lifestyles. Most gals have to pay a personal price even to photographers......it's a high stakes pay to play for the most part. Few exceptions....and you don't last long unless you're smart or have protection from those in the industry.

[reformedliberal]

...their idea of beauty...
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I am so tired of those eyebrows on everyone.

[sheana]

I have platinum hair….always have had. Mix any purple shampoo half and half with a regular shampoo. I use the generic brand from Sally’s and mix it with Dove. You just can’t get enough suds from the purple shampoos. I then use a purple conditioner. My hair never has a yellow tint.

[FalloutShelterGirl]

I had some bridgework done a couple years ago and when the dentist brought in the dental equivalent of color paint chips to match my real teeth, I asked why there were no pure white teeth on the color models. He said, "because pure white teeth are unnatural and look weird."

The whitest one to pick from was kind of a dark eggshell.

[Jamestown1630]

Thanks.

I knew a lady many years ago who had gone completely white by her mid 30s. She had an incredible shock of hair, and was beautiful.

[Caipirabob]

Ouch!!! I hope they didn’t damage their sense of smell when they doused their sinus with acid... (OK, depending on the product not that strong, but it really depends on the brand/source.) YIKES!

[Caipirabob]

I believe the folks here do their research and trust that they proceed with due diligence. I'm sure you're one of those we can trust to do so. The fact that you're on this forum already says much to that end.

Yet for every well read user, we know there's the lot that are the "Hold muh beer" types with this stuff.