Who gets excited about toothpaste? I do!
I’m that old that I can remember when they first starting putting stripes in toothpaste. And I remember the tubes that stood up on the sink and looked kind of like a rocket ship. When I worked in advertising in New York, one of my accounts was for a new toothpaste from Colgate Palmolive, Dentaguard, that tasted like licorice. I was so sad when it was discontinued.
For years, I have wondered about Marvis, an Italian brand of toothpaste that I first saw at Caswell-Massey in New York. Lately, I’ve been seeing it at Eataly in Boston in the luxurious personal care section of the high-end Italian food store. I received a travel size in one of the makeup bags full of luxury skincare, makeup and personal care products that I got from Barney’s when I repurchased my favorite perfume last year. I took the sample size 0.5 oz. tube of Marvis Whitening Mint Toothpaste with me on our trip to Savannah, and I remembered thinking I should use it judiciously to make it last.
A few days after I got home, a package arrived for me from a PR company that contained 6 different flavors of Marvis Toothpaste in full size tubes. I hit the jackpot! The flavors include:
- Ginger Mint
- Jasmin Mint
- Cinnamon Mint
- Amarelli Licorice Mint
- Aquatic Mint
- Classic Strong Mint.
Their seventh flavor is Whitening Mint that I got in my Barney’s bag. I also discovered the Wonders of the World collection at C.O. Bigelow and Dermstore.com that includes: Rambas, Karakum and Royal. Here’s how they describe Rambas: “Inspired by the tropics, RAMBAS toothpaste has a fruity, velvety taste that combines peach and pineapple with a twist of sweet alphonso mango.” Here’s Karakum: “A sophisticated toothpaste flavor that combines the finest peppermint with the sweetness of orange juice and the enchanting and aromatic cardamom.” And finally, Royal: “A toothpaste with a unique, sophisticated flavor combining zesty italian lemon oil, tangerines. Fragrant rose extract and nutmeg. This blend enhanced with mint creates an exclusive sensation with an exhilarating tangy taste.” How exotic!
From the regular collection, I’ve been using Ginger Mint, a soft mint with a slightly sweet gingery flavor.
Jeff has been using Jasmin Mint, an absolutely enchanting soft mint with a beautiful jasmine scent.
Frankly, I would say that the flavor added to the mint is more of a scent than the strong flavor, but they make using the toothpaste a heavenly experience.
So how do Marvis toothpastes perform? First, I don’t think that Marvis toothpaste contains fluoride since it isn’t listed in the ingredients below or on the Marvis website. So if you need or want fluoride for cavity protection, this isn’t the toothpaste for you. There’s fluoride in our water supply, so as an adult, I feel confident that I can use a non-fluoride toothpaste.
Ingredients Classic Strong Mint: Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aqua (Water/Eau), Silica, Aroma (Flavor), Cellulose Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Eugenol, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol.
Over the last few years, I have been using Sensodyne and Pronamel toothpastes. I had some dental issues that made using Sensodyne easier on my teeth. But since I got a new crown, my sensitivity issues have disappeared. Nevertheless, I recently felt that my teeth weren’t feeling clean after using Sensodyne. In fact, they felt kind of furry in spite of the fact that I had just had them cleaned and I use an electric toothbrush.
Once I switched to Marvis, my teeth feel clean again. Marvis contains surfactant that cleans my teeth so they feel nice and smooth again but without making my teeth hurt or feel sensitive in any way.
The minty flavors of Marvis are not only yummy, but they provide long lasting breath freshening. My entire mouth feels clean for quite a while after using it.
I have to mention the distinctive Marvis packaging. The European old school packaging is just a delight. The plastic tube is silver to look like the old fashioned aluminum tubes of yesteryear. The box and tube label have a charming drawing of a man who I assume is the found of Marvis, Ludovico Martelli from Florence Italy. The toothpaste is still made in Italy today. Even the cap is fancy!
Marvis Toothpaste is sold by a variety of retailers including C.O. Bigelow, Sephora, Dermstore.com, Eataly, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Amazon, among others and even on Walmart.com where it is shipped from independent retailers. Dermstore.com has a 20% off sale right now. Many of the retailers I mentioned have free shipping if you order online. The toothpaste comes in two sizes:
- full size: 3.8 oz./75 ml
- travel size: 1.3 oz./25 ml
There are also several collections that you can buy including the Wonders of the World, Three Flavor Gift Toothpaste and Seven Days of Flavor with all 7 of the regular mint flavors. The prices range widely depending on where you purchase them, but they are quite affordable. The full size tube seems to range from $10.50-15.00, while the travel size is around $6. The collections range from $15-$44 depending on the size. I think the collections would make a lovely hostess gift. Also remember these at holiday time – they’ll make great stocking stuffers!
Giveaway!
Because I have an embarrassment of riches here and because this toothpaste will last me a couple of years, I am giving away a full size tube of Marvis Classic Strong Mint Toothpaste, a peppermint flavor, to one lucky reader of Never Say Die Beauty.
The giveaway is limited to U.S. residents, age 18+, where permitted by law. The giveaway will run for a little over a week from today, Wednesday August 29 till Friday September 7, 2018; the last full day of the giveaway is Thursday, September 6.
I’m sure by now you know the drill. You MUST LEAVE A COMMENT on this blogpost about why you want to win Marvis Classic Strong Mint Toothpaste. One entry per household. Please sit this giveaway out if you won my recent giveaways for the Paula’s Choice Skin Booster, Burt’s Bees Lipstick or PCA Skin Summertime Essentials set.
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The winner will be notified by me via email. You have 48 hours to get back to me, if not a new winner will be selected. The winner will provide me with her/his mailing address, and I will send your prize to you as soon as possible. Marvis Toothpaste and I are not responsible for loss or damage in shipping. In other words, if it’s lost or damaged in shipping, I will be sad, but there is no replacement.
Thanks for entering and spreading the word about the giveaway!
I don’t need to win this as I am particularly wedded to my eucalyptus-ish variety of Aquafresh, but I reeeeeeallly want to know what the “aquatic” part of aquatic mint is. My mind goes immediately to bad aquatic colognes, and since no one sane or with any amount of business sense would put that into toothpaste…I must now know. LOL
The licorice one is also intriguing, so if I were to buy a tube I think that would be my pick!
This is what the CO Bigelow site says about Aquatic: “A rich creamy toothpaste with a delicate touch of cold mint, Marvis Aquatic Mint tingles in your mouth and removes plaque for a sparkling, white smile.” Cold mint, eh? Licorice toothpastes are among my faves, but I’m curious to see what it will taste like mixed with mint! I’ll let you know
I’d love to win because I like to try new products. I’ve never heard of this brand. I love minty toothpastes and this sounds heavenly.
Thank you for the review.
I think you’d love the Marvis toothpaste, Jackie! It’s such a nice everyday treat! Thanks for entering and good luck!
Love hearing about this toothpaste. Wondering if there are only places to buy it around here??
Sandy, it’s sold at C.O. Bigelow – we have one at our mall, and Target is mentioned too. But you can get free shipping from many of the places where it’s sold: Dermstore.com where it’s also 20% off now, Amazon if you have Prime, Nordstrom etc. I don’t know if you like peppermint, but if you do, I hope you entered the giveaway!! There aren’t a lot of entrants 🙂
I would like to try it first because it sounds like it works really well and second because it looks like a luxury toothpaste and would be fun to not only use but display in the bathroom.
I would like to win because I feel it might work better than my current brand plus have never tried this brand before.
I have actually been wanting to try this toothpaste for a while now. I love items from other countries, so this little Italian gem is something that I have heard good things about. Plus that packing is so bellissimo!
Marvis makes my very favorite toothpastes, and whenever I get a tube in a BNY or SNK gift bag they go right into my travel back! What a luxurious array of Marvis toothpastes you have here! I would love to have this many!
What caught my eyes was the tubes, they just look so old fashion. I was sure they were metal till you said plastic. And mint is one of my favorite flavors. I want to win because I love trying new products and I am interested in this.
I want to win this because I like how it left your mouth feeling fresh and clean long after you brushed your teeth with it without any irritation! I love mint.
I would love to try this toothpaste.
I’ve always wanted to try Marvis toothpaste! I think because it’s sold at Barneys and East Dane/Shopbop – it seems so indulgent for a toothpaste.
Ohhh I’d really love to win this! I’ve always wanted to try it and I love fancy toothpaste. That packaging!
I’m such a cinnamon fan – I’d love to try Cinnamon Mint! I also LOL’d at the rocket ship packaging comment.
I prefer mint toothpaste
Thanks for the chance
I never thought toothpaste could be so fancy! The packaging is luxe!
I remember the stripes back then and have always wondered why. Inquisitive pre-teen mind. I like the packaging of this one, kind of like old school-classic!
I’ve never heard of this brand before, but the way you describe it has me excited to try it too!
I didn’t know this toothpaste brand came in so many different flavors. I’m a minty kind of girl.
I don’t usually use regular toothpaste due to my sensitive teeth but I’ve been having the same issue as you with my teeth still feeling fuzzy after brushing. I’d love to win this so I can give another toothpaste a try without having to waste the money if it doesn’t work. Rest assured if it doesn’t work for me the Hubs will use it if I were to win lol
So many interesting flavors! I’m so curious about the Licorice and Aquatic Mint haha. Sounds like a great toothpaste.
So many options! I cant imagine using anything other than mint! LOL!
I entered!!! Sounds really interesting and I love the packaging!
I agree – the packaging is what first attracted me to Marvis. Good luck in the giveaway!
What cute toothpaste tubes! I’ve never heard of this brand but it sounds nice!
I would like to win this because it sounds like a treat for my teeth!
Thank you for the giveaway! I love that your teeth really felt clean afterwards and that’s important to me!
Oooh would love to try! Sounds like one to look out for; up for the switch!
I would like to try this because I love mint, it is freshening.
I want to win Marvis Classic Strong Mint Toothpaste because I have read that the flavor and efficiency of this toothpaste makes it feel like you just came from the dentist. Plus the look of the Italian made toothpaste is just cool!
I’ve never heard of this brand, and I would love to try it out!! Sounds like a good one.
I need a toothpaste adventure – I need to try MARVIS immediately
Nice review. I love the packaging and it sounds so refreshing!
I love strong mint I’m odd
I prefer toothpaste without fluoride.
Their toothpaste is so fancy! I sometimes add it to my Sephora order when I’m a few bucks short of free shipping.
That’s a great idea, Anastasia! Once I use up all of these tubes, I hope I remember it!
I love trying out new toothpaste especially if it benefits me in a way. The cinnamon looks good to try to.
C.O. Bigelow has other quality products that I’ve used: Mental Lip Shine/Breath Freshener, Lemon Lip Cream, Rose Salve Lip Balm, Rose Salve Tin and Lemon Hand Treatment. They make quality products that smell good. I’d like to try the Marvis Toothpaste Strong Mint Toothpaste because it will taste good and get the job done while offering a form of aromatherapy with peppermint that will stimulate the senses and wake me up in the morning.
We use this toothpaste at my house, everyone has their own favorite flavor!
That’s wonderful, Jen, that you are a family of Marvis fans! I can’t believe that you each have your own flavors!!
I want to win because the packaging is beautiful and we can always use toothpaste!
I would like to try this because it sounds like a nice formulation and the packaging and tube are just so pretty.
I tried a sample of Marvis toothpaste once and loved it. Would definitely appreciate the chance to use it again.
Gabrielle, you are right, Marvis is definitely good stuff! I was at Barney’s today checking out a perfume, and there was a huge Marvis display. I’m glad you entered. Good luck!
I would like to try this because it’s a brand I’ve never tried and I’d love to compare them!
Would Brighten my Day/Smile Tsvm 4 the Chance
I’ve never heard of this but would love to try it. I like to have a good taste in my mouth! Thanks!
This would be amazing to try
I would like to try this toothpaste.
Mint is the best flavor. I like how it left your mouth feeling fresh and clean long after you brushed your teeth.
I love mint toothpaste. Leaves the cool feeling in your mouth. Would love to try this brand out.
I want to win the Marvis Classic Strong Mint Toothpaste, because I want the long lasting breath freshening taste.