Posted by Bridget, Community Manager I first learned about Tom’s of Maine’s aluminum free deodorant in college. My roommate Erin wore it, and so I decided to give it a shot. Growing up I had always used conventional antiperspirants. I … …read more
Category Archives: Product Feature
Top facts about Tom’s Fluoride Free Toothpaste
Posted by Rob, Brand Manager of Citizen Engagement I’ve worked at Tom’s of Maine since 2001. When I tell people where I work, more often than not the response I get is, “Oh, the company that makes the fluoride free toothpaste!” … …read more
Ask Susanne: What features should you look for in a toothbrush?
Did you know that one of our brand managers is also a registered dental hygienist? When we need advice on how to best take advantage of our natural oral care products, like our NEW Naturally Clean toothbrush, we like to … …read more
Antiperspirant, crystal, or aluminum free deodorant, what’s right for you?
Posted by Fiona, Brand Manager for Personal Care A trip to the store to purchase deodorant is not something most people want to spend a lot of time thinking about. Most of us just want a product that works. But … …read more
A naturally white smile
Posted by Susanne, Associate Brand Manager and resident Registered Dental Hygienist When you work for a company that makes natural toothpaste, mouthwash, and floss you come to expect a lot of questions about oral care. And a subject that seems … …read more
The delicious real flavor of strawberry and mango
Posted by Bridget, Citizens’ Advocacy Representative Are you looking for a natural toothpaste for kids? Did you know our children’s toothpaste varieties use real juice and fruit extracts from strawberries and mangos? They also include no artificial dyes and no … …read more
Gingermint Fig Compote: Bring the sweet and the heat
I love foods that combine a sweet flavor with a bit of heat. I also LOVE fresh figs, and try to snap them up when they are in season. In this recipe, fresh figs bring the sweetness, while a little bit of ginger and mint bring the spicy.
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Gingermint Granita: A uniquely refreshing dessert
I’m a big fan of ginger, and love how its spicy, citrusy flavor can liven up so many dishes. This dessert combines ginger with mint, and I think it makes for a really refreshing treat. If you don’t want to take the time to periodically stir the mixture, you can always wait until the mixture has solidified and grate it up in a food processor. …read more
How we do it: Simply White
Posted by Julie, Tom’s of Maine Senior Scientist Our Simply White toothpaste started with a challenge. We knew that many of our consumers were interested in a whitening toothpaste, but were not surprised that most were not interested in using … …read more
Natural Fresh Breath and Licorice Root Extract
Posted by Stefan Gafner, Director of Analytical Chemistry I grew up in the Emmental, a rural area in Switzerland known for its cheese (or mostly because of the holes in there) and the number of cows per square meter. Having … …read more

