Colgate's distinctive MaxFresh line — paste with embedded "Mini Breath Strips" (tiny strips of breath-freshening compound visible in the gel) that dissolve during brushing for noticeably longer-lasting fresh breath. The visible strips are also a visual cue that the freshness ingredients are still being delivered. Family 5-pack.
About This Product
MaxFresh is Colgate's answer to consumers who feel that breath freshness fades too quickly after brushing. The embedded Mini Breath Strips dissolve gradually during the brushing motion, releasing additional breath-freshening compounds for sustained effect. The visual element (you can see the colored strips suspended in the gel) is also a marketing feature — it makes the breath claim concrete rather than abstract.
5 tubes × 6.0 oz (estimated — verify on receipt). Cool Mint flavor is more cooling and crisp than Colgate's standard mint. At normal use, each tube lasts ~12 weeks; the pack provides ~60 weeks. Popular for Korean shoppers who specifically want a "long-lasting breath" toothpaste but find Crest Plus Clean Breath too subtle.
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Product Details
BrandColgate (Colgate-Palmolive)
Sub-lineMaxFresh (Cool Mint)
FormatGel paste with embedded Mini Breath Strips
Net Wt5 tubes × 6.0 oz (30 oz / 851 g total) — verify on receipt
Lasts approx.~12 weeks per tube (2× daily) — ~60 weeks for the pack
DistinctiveVisible Mini Breath Strips embedded in the gel
Active TypeSodium Fluoride
Country of OriginUSA
Don't be alarmed when you see the colored specks in the gel — those are the Mini Breath Strips, intentionally suspended in the paste. They dissolve as you brush. The visible strips are an indicator that the freshness compound is still concentrated; as the tube ages, strip visibility doesn't diminish significantly.
How to Use
- Apply a pea-sized amount to a soft-bristled toothbrush.
- Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 2 minutes; the strips dissolve during brushing.
- Briefly brush tongue surface as well for maximum breath effect.
- Use 2× daily.
- Spit; do not rinse immediately for max freshness retention.
- Children under 6: adult supervision.
Active Ingredients
Active IngredientSodium Fluoride 0.243% (0.15% w/v Fluoride Ion)
PurposeSee Drug Facts label (product photos)
Inactive IngredientsWater, Sorbitol, Hydrated Silica, PEG-12, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cellulose Gum, Flavor, Sodium Saccharin, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Color additives (Mini Breath Strips)
Why Korean Customers Reach For This
The Mini Breath Strips concept doesn't exist in Korean toothpaste retail — Korean shoppers who saw it during travel or in US media are often curious to try. The visible strips are also a popular feature for shoppers buying for children or teens who find the visual interesting (which encourages thorough brushing).
MaxFresh sits between basic toothpastes and dedicated breath-care lines like Crest Plus Clean Breath. The strip feature makes it feel more "premium" than its actual positioning. Good for everyday use plus social situations where breath confidence matters.
Shipping
Free shipping to Korea — included in the listed price.
Shipped from the United States in secure protective packaging.
Orders dispatched within 1-2 business days. Tracking number sent to your email once your parcel is on its way.
Customs & Import
All orders are processed as personal-use overseas purchases and clear Korean customs without requiring KC certification. Your shipment is handled using your Personal Customs Clearance Code (PCCC) and is trackable via Korea Customs Service UNI-PASS. Orders under USD 200 from the United States qualify for duty-free clearance.
If you do not yet have a Personal Customs Clearance Code (PCCC), you can get one free in under five minutes at unipass.customs.go.kr.
Keep out of reach of children under 6. Mini Breath Strips contain food-grade colorants and breath-freshening compounds — safe at brushing doses but if swallowed beyond brushing amount, contact Poison Control.
Why This Shop
We source directly from US retail and ship to Korea — no middlemen, no re-bottling, no extended storage in Asia warehouses. Every tube is a fresh US production lot, sealed in original retail packaging.
Free shipping is built into the listed price — what you see is what you pay.
How to Order
- Select the product
- Add to cart and proceed to checkout
- Enter your Personal Customs Clearance Code (PCCC)
- Confirm your Korean delivery address
- Complete payment — your order is placed
- Receive your tracking number by email within 1-2 business days
