The best teeth whitening products

Want a whiter smile without the colossal cost? We’ve searched the high street to find the best whitening products that will transform your teeth into pearly whites.

Colgate Max White Expert 360 Toothbrush with Whitening Pen, £11.99, superdrug.com

Designed with polishing bristles that help to remove surface stains, this medium-sized toothbrush is great for daily use. The gel pen contains whitening ingredients to lighten your smile up to three shades – apply directly to teeth and store inside the toothbrush after use.

Rapid White Blue Light Tooth Whitening System, £30, boots.com

This system is clinically proven to whiten teeth up to five shades in just two hours. Apply the accelerator liquid to teeth, brush on the whitening gel, and activate with the blue light. It’s the perfect alternative for those who dislike using mouth trays.

Mr Bright Teeth Whitening Pen, £22.95, mrbrightsmile.co.uk

Mr Bright Teeth Whitening Pen uses safe and natural ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate, chamomile flower extract and peppermint oil to give a brighter smile. The gel should be brushed over teeth and left for 15-30 minutes before rinsing. What’s more, the pen fits seamlessly into a make-up or travel bag for complete ease of use.

Curaprox White is Black Toothpaste, £19.95, curaprox.com

The dark colour of Curaprox’s charcoal toothpaste might look a little daunting, but it promises to remove discolouration while also boosting oral health. The extra mild lime-mint flavour, free from bleach or any harmful ingredients, is a pleasure to use. It also comes with an ultra soft toothbrush.

Oral-B 3D White Luxe Whitening Accelerator, £4.50, boots.com

Specially formulated for intensive whitening, this accelerator is designed for use after brushing. As well as producing a whiter smile, it provides a resilient shield against new stains and protects enamel. Use in conjunction with the Oral-B White Luxe Perfection Toothpaste for an extra boost.

Luster Pro Light Teeth Whitening System, £50, lookfantastic.com

Erase years of stains caused by coffee, tea, wine and tobacco with Luster Pro Light. Pre-teat teeth with the whitening solution, paint on the serum containing active dental peroxide, and apply the dual-action light for two minutes. You’ll see a beautifully whiter smile in as little as 10 treatments.

Mr Blanc Teeth Whitening Strips, £25, mrblancteeth.com

Mr Blanc Teeth Whitening Strips are flexible peroxide-free strips, which are designed to follow the contour of your teeth, effectively and comfortably brightening your smile. Layered with a whitening gel, the strips lift and eliminate stains, leaving you with a minty fresh mouth.

Pearl Drops Pure White Whitening Kit, £25, boots.com

This three-step whitening system is ideal for beginners.  Simply paint the brightening serum on to teeth and wait for 30 seconds. Then, apply the activator, rinse, leave for 20 minutes and brush with the polish. An added bonus: each kit comes with a complimentary toothbrush.

Rebekah Absalom