Indians have always been conscious of physical cleanliness since the begging of time. Though the first toothpaste was not founded by an Indian, the people here have been using the natural alternative of a Miswak step since centuries ago.

This has led to t many brands entering the Indian market and establishing their dominance. Here are some of the most popular toothpaste brands in the country today.

1. Colgate

Colgate has been able to make a very stronghold in the Indian toothpaste market. The brand has worked so well that it has become synonymous with the product that it sells. Manufactured by Colgate-Palmolive, Colgate oral hygiene products were first sold by the company in 1873.

2. Close-up

Close-up was launched by Hindustan Unilever in the early 2000s. It instantly garnered a lot of popularity as it was the first brand to introduce gel-based toothpaste.

3. Pepsodent

Pepsodent is an American brand of toothpaste that was purchased by Unilever in 1942. It has become a leading toothpaste brand in India.

4. Sensodyne

Sensodyne is owned by GlaxoSmithKline and is marketed under the name Shumitect in Japan. It is a brand of toothpaste and mouthwash which is targeted at people with sensitive teeth.

5. Oral-B

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Oral-B is an American brand of oral hygiene products and was founded in 1950 by Procter & Gamble.

6. Dabur Red Toothpaste

Dabur Red Toothpaste is without a doubt one of the most popular and widely used toothpaste in India. The brand offers herbal ingredients that have been used in the Indian culture for ages. This has led the consumers to trust the brand and make it one of the most successful Dabur products.