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I was recently taking some pictures for my blog, and I noticed that my teeth are not as white as I’d like them to be. I’ve seriously considered professional teeth whitening with my dentist, but I’d love to try some at home options that are easy to use and effective. I often feel uncomfortable smiling in photographs, so I want to get my teeth whiter so I can smile more and show them off! Because normally I just do my side smile, which can sometimes look more like stank face. Not so appealing as a beauty blogger. You guys want to see a happy face, right?!

This is where Colgate® Optic White® Express White toothpaste comes into play. Mr. Blakes reminded me that we were just about out of toothpaste, so we headed to Walmart to pick some up on our weekly food shopping trip. Somehow I totally passed the toothpaste aisle, and on the way back I noticed Colgate® Optic White® Express White toothpaste on the end cap so I grabbed a tube. What’s cool about this toothpaste is that it provides an easy way for whiter teeth fast. You can get whiter teeth in 3 days*, just by brushing, so it is less hassle than other methods of whitening.

So how does it work exactly? Colgate® Optic White® Express White Toothpaste contains 2 times more of the professionally recommended ingredient hydrogen peroxide vs Optic White® Sparkling Mint® Toothpaste to whiten teeth faster. Talk about get her done! Normally I only brush once a day, but they recommend brushing twice a day or after each meal. So I opted to brush in the morning and before bed. Besides that, it was as simple as brushing my teeth.

Never mind my slightly chapped lips – do you see the difference in the color of my teeth in just 3 days? I know I do. I usually take photos for the blog on the weekends. I like the idea that I can use this toothpaste as the weekend approaches to get my teeth nice and white, just in time to smile for the camera. This is perfect for when I know I have events or special appearances coming up. There will be a travel size in stores on March 14, so even when I have to go out of town, I can continue my teeth whitening. Colgate® Optic White® Express White Toothpaste will definitely be a part of my beauty routine.

When will having whiter teeth in just three days come in handy for you?

*For best results, use as directed for 4 weeks