LR ALOE VERA
Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth with Aloe Vera & Fluoride
Toothpaste for sensitive teeth should feel kind every time you brush, and LR Aloe Vera Sensitive Protect Tooth Paste is made with exactly that in mind. This fluoride toothpaste from LR’s ALOE VIA range contains 40% aloe vera gel and a mineral complex. LR says it cleans your teeth thoroughly and, at the same time, particularly gently. It comes in a 100 ml tube and is made in Germany.
This guide explains what is inside the tube, what fluoride and aloe vera bring to your daily brushing, how LR recommends you use it and which points help you choose.
Sensitive Protect Tooth Paste at a glance
Toothpaste · 100 ml
A toothpaste for sensitive teeth from LR’s ALOE VIA range, made in Germany.
40% aloe vera gel
Aloe vera is the first ingredient in the list and the base of the formula.
With fluoride
Fluoride from sodium monofluorophosphate for everyday enamel care.
2–3 times a day
Brush after meals for at least two to three minutes each time.
In this article: Overview | Formula | Sensitive teeth explained | How to use | How To Choose | FAQs | Where to buy
What is LR Aloe Vera Sensitive Protect Tooth Paste?
It is a toothpaste with fluoride for everyday brushing from ALOE VIA, LR's aloe vera care range. In German it is called Aloe Vera Schützende Zahnpasta, which means "protective toothpaste". LR says the paste protects your gums, gives you fresh breath and removes plaque, while staying gentle on tooth enamel. Because it cleans in such a gentle way, LR presents it as ideal for sensitive teeth.
The name of this sensitive toothpaste describes its two aims. "Sensitive" refers to the mild, mineral-based cleaning that LR describes, which suits teeth and gums that react easily. "Protect" points to the fluoride and to LR's statement that the paste looks after enamel and gums. The tube sums this up in a few words: it cleanses teeth, protects and repairs tooth enamel. Here, "repair" refers to remineralisation, the natural process in which the enamel surface takes minerals back up after everyday acid attacks.
With fluoride and a high aloe vera share, it brings together two things people often look for separately: a plant ingredient that leads the formula and the mineral that dental guidance recommends for daily brushing.
Key Ingredients & Formula
This sensitive toothpaste combines a high share of aloe vera with a gentle mineral cleaning base and fluoride.
Aloe vera: 40% of the formula
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the first ingredient on the list, and LR states that the paste contains 40% aloe vera gel. In oral care, aloe vera is valued as a soft, soothing base, and LR links it to the paste's gum-friendly character. This high share is the foundation of the formula and makes it a true aloe vera toothpaste for sensitive teeth.
Sodium monofluorophosphate: the fluoride source
This ingredient makes the paste a toothpaste with fluoride. Sodium monofluorophosphate releases fluoride while you brush and is a long-established fluoride source in toothpastes with a calcium carbonate base. It is the ingredient behind the paste's enamel protection.
Calcium carbonate and silica: gentle mineral cleaning
Calcium carbonate is a fine mineral, also known as chalk, that helps to polish away plaque as you brush. Silica supports the cleaning action and gives the paste its body. Together with the fluoride, these minerals form the mineral-based cleaning that LR describes as thorough and particularly gentle.
Potassium chloride: a familiar sensitive-care mineral
Potassium salts appear in many sensitive toothpastes. Here, potassium chloride sits high in the ingredient list, just after glycerin and sorbitol. Research reviews on potassium toothpastes show mixed results, so it is best seen as one part of this toothpaste for sensitive teeth, working alongside the gentle cleaning base and the fluoride.
Glycerin, sorbitol and hydroxyethylcellulose: the paste base
Glycerin and sorbitol are humectants. They hold moisture, so the paste stays smooth and does not dry out in the tube, and sorbitol adds a light sweetness. Hydroxyethylcellulose is a cellulose-based thickener that gives the paste its soft, even texture.
Mild foam and freshness
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild foaming agent that helps the paste spread around your teeth. The ingredient list does not include sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), which some people prefer to avoid. Aroma (flavour) and sodium saccharin give the taste and fresh breath, sodium hydroxide adjusts the pH, and two colours (CI 42090 and CI 19140) give the paste its shade.
Full Ingredient list: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Calcium Carbonate, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Potassium Chloride, Silica, Sodium Monofluorophosphate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Aroma (Flavor), Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Hydroxide, CI 42090 (Blue 1), CI 19140 (Yellow 5).
Understanding toothpaste for sensitive teeth
Why teeth feel sensitive
Sensitive teeth often react to cold drinks, hot food, sweet things or even brushing. This usually happens when dentine, the softer layer under the enamel, is exposed, for example where gums have pulled back. Tiny channels in the dentine lead towards the nerve, so a cold drink can cause a short, sharp feeling. A gentle toothpaste aims to clean well without adding extra irritation.
What fluoride adds
Fluoride is the ingredient studied most for protecting teeth against decay. A large Cochrane review on fluoride in toothpaste found that brushing with fluoride prevents more tooth decay than brushing without it. Strengths of 1,450–1,500 ppm gave slightly more protection than 1,000–1,250 ppm in children and teenagers. For you, the message is simple: fluoride in your daily toothpaste gives you everyday enamel care while you look after comfort. That is why fluoride is the key ingredient to look for in a toothpaste for enamel protection.
What research says about aloe vera toothpaste
In a six-month study with 90 people who had gum inflammation, a toothpaste containing aloe vera improved plaque and gum scores compared with a placebo paste, with results similar to a standard antibacterial toothpaste (read the aloe vera study). A smaller 30-day study found that plaque and gum bleeding went down with both an aloe vera paste and a fluoride paste, with no clear difference between them (see the comparison study). These results help explain why aloe vera is such a popular ingredient in toothpaste.
Where potassium fits
Potassium salts have been used in toothpastes for many years. A Cochrane review of potassium toothpastes found an effect for potassium nitrate toothpaste in some sensitivity tests at six to eight weeks, but concluded there is no clear evidence overall, as the studies were small. LR's paste uses a different potassium salt, potassium chloride, as one part of a wider gentle formula with aloe vera and fluoride.
How to use LR Aloe Vera Sensitive Protect Tooth Paste
LR gives simple, practical instructions for this toothpaste for sensitive teeth:
- Brush two to three times a day – ideally after meals.
- Take your time – brush for at least two to three minutes each time, so that all deposits can be removed.
Spit, don't rinse
UK public health advice suggests you spit out the extra toothpaste after brushing instead of rinsing. This leaves a thin layer of fluoride on your teeth, so it can keep working after you put your toothbrush away. It is an easy habit that fits well with any toothpaste with fluoride.
How to choose a toothpaste for teeth and gums
Match the formula to your preferences
When you compare sensitive toothpaste options, look at what each formula is built around: the fluoride level, the cleaning base, the foaming agent and the taste. LR's paste combines fluoride from sodium monofluorophosphate, a high 40% aloe vera share, a mineral cleaning base with calcium carbonate and silica, and a mild foaming agent instead of SLS. If you want a gentle toothpaste for sensitive teeth that still contains fluoride, these are the details that matter.
Who might consider it?
This aloe vera toothpaste for sensitive teeth may suit you if you:
- want a fluoride toothpaste with aloe vera as its main ingredient,
- prefer a gentle feel for teeth and gums that react easily,
- like an ingredient list without sodium lauryl sulfate,
- already use other ALOE VIA products and enjoy a matching routine.
Think about your whole routine
Toothpaste is one part of daily oral care. A soft toothbrush, a gentle brushing technique, cleaning between your teeth and regular check-ups with your dentist all help. Choosing a toothpaste you enjoy also makes it easier to brush for the full two to three minutes LR recommends.
Good to know
This toothpaste is designed for everyday care. If tooth sensitivity is new, strong or does not go away, please ask your dentist, because it can have causes that need a check. The studies mentioned above looked at single ingredients or other aloe vera products; they were not carried out on LR's finished product, so LR's own product information is the best guide for this paste. Children need different amounts of fluoride from adults, so please follow the age guidance on the tube and ask your dentist before you use it for a child. If you have known sensitivities, for example to flavourings or colours, check the full ingredient list first, and always follow the instructions on the pack.
A FEW HELPFUL ANSWERS
Toothpaste for sensitive teeth: frequently asked questions
KEY TAKEAWAYS
A gentle fluoride toothpaste with 40% aloe vera
LR Aloe Vera Sensitive Protect Tooth Paste is a toothpaste for sensitive teeth from the ALOE VIA range. It combines 40% aloe vera gel with a mineral cleaning base of calcium carbonate and silica, potassium chloride and fluoride from sodium monofluorophosphate. LR describes this sensitive toothpaste as thorough yet particularly gentle, kind to enamel and caring for gums. Research on fluoride and aloe vera helps explain why both are popular in toothpaste for sensitive teeth. LR recommends brushing two to three times a day after meals, for at least two to three minutes each time.
Where to buy LR's sensitive toothpaste with aloe vera
LR Select is an independent information website and does not sell products. To explore this toothpaste for sensitive teeth further, visit the official LR shop and choose your country from the list of available shops. The official shop handles orders, availability and checkout. On the product page you can read LR's latest description, the full ingredient list and the usage instructions.
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