07/23/2026
👀Did you know many gums are made with plastic-based ingredients?
If you look at the ingredient list and see “gum base” that often refers to a blend of synthetic polymers, which are essentially food-grade plastic and rubber
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Gum was not always made this way! Traditional gum was made from natural tree sap and plant resins like chicle, but many manufacturers switched to synthetic gum bases decades ago.
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If you’re looking for a more natural alternative, we’ve got you covered! 🌿
We carry:
🫧Refresh
🫧Spry
🫧Milliways
These brands use natural gum bases instead of conventional synthetic ones, making them a simple swap if you’re looking to reduce your use of plastic-based products.
Have you ever checked the ingredients in your gum? Let us know in the comments!
