Short answer: coconut oil is the best oil for oil pulling for most people. It tastes mild, it is the oil most ready blends are built on, and it is easy to find organic. If you want it ready to swish with no melting, a short organic coconut and mint blend like Plant of Life Pulling Oil is the easiest daily habit to keep.
Sesame oil is the traditional Ayurvedic choice and works well if you like a nuttier taste. Below is how seven real options stack up on price and label.
Our pick: Plant of Life Pulling Oil (Organic)
$19.99 CAD for 8 oz (240 mL)
- Three ingredients: organic coconut oil, organic peppermint oil, vitamin E
- No alcohol, fluoride, sulfates, parabens or artificial flavours (per label)
- Label dose is about 1 teaspoon, so one bottle covers roughly 48 sessions
How we compared
We compared label facts and prices only: size, listed ingredients, organic status and the price a Canadian shopper pays today. Prices checked October 28, 2026 on Amazon.ca, Well.ca, brand stores and plantoflifeco.com. Yes, we make one of these oils. That is exactly why every number below comes from a live listing you can check yourself, and why we tell you when another oil is cheaper.
Oil pulling oils compared
| Brand | Size | Price (CAD) | Per 100 ml | Organic? | Base oil | Format | Where sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plant of Life Pulling Oil | 240 ml | $19.99 | $8.33 | Yes, organic coconut and peppermint oils | Coconut oil | Ready blend | plantoflifeco.com |
| GuruNanda Farmed Mint (CocoMint) | 237 ml | $13.96 | $5.89 | Not stated | Fractionated coconut (MCT) triglycerides | Ready blend, 7 essential oils plus vitamins | Amazon.ca |
| Dr. Ginger's Coconut Oil Pulling Mouthwash | 414 ml | $29.99 | $7.24 | Organic coconut oil | Water first, then coconut oil | Water based mouthwash | Amazon.ca (third party seller) |
| Desert Essence Dual Phase Pulling Rinse | 240 ml | $25.15 | $10.48 | Organic coconut, sesame, sunflower oils | Oil blend | Two layer rinse | Amazon.ca (third party seller) |
| Amriel Co. Pulling Oil | 240 ml | $17.95 | $7.48 | Not stated | Coconut oil | Ready blend, made in Canada | Amazon.ca |
| Nutiva Organic Virgin Coconut Oil | 444 ml | $18.79 | $4.23 | Yes | Virgin coconut oil | Plain oil, firm when cool | Well.ca |
| Eden Organic Sesame Oil | 473 ml | $21.99 | $4.65 | Yes | Unrefined, expeller pressed sesame | Plain oil | Well.ca |
Best overall: Plant of Life Pulling Oil
Most people quit oil pulling because it feels like a chore. A ready blend fixes that: no scooping solid oil out of a jar, no plain oily taste. Our Pulling Oil keeps the label short on purpose: organic coconut oil, organic peppermint oil and vitamin E. That is it.
The label dose is about one teaspoon for 2 to 5 minutes, which makes one 240 ml bottle last around 48 sessions. That works out to roughly 42 cents a session. It is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 20 reviews on our store, and Canadian orders ship in 2 to 5 business days.
Best budget ready blend: GuruNanda
GuruNanda is the name most people know, and on Amazon.ca it is cheaper per bottle: $13.96 for 237 ml, or $5.89 per 100 ml. The formula is fractionated coconut oil with seven essential oils (peppermint, spearmint, cardamom, fennel, clove, oregano, tea tree) plus vitamins D3, E and K2. The ingredient list does not say organic.
One catch: GuruNanda's directions call for 10 to 15 ml per session, and its own site says an 8 oz bottle lasts about four weeks. If you want the lowest shelf price and like a stronger, spicier mint, it is a fair buy.
Best plain coconut oil: Nutiva Organic Virgin
If you only care about cost, plain organic coconut oil wins. Nutiva's 444 ml jar is $18.79 on Well.ca, about $4.23 per 100 ml. The trade off is texture and taste. Virgin coconut oil turns firm in a cool Canadian kitchen, so you are chewing a spoonful until it melts, and there is no mint. Great for the dedicated. Hard for the half awake.
Best sesame oil: Eden Organic
Sesame is the classic oil in Ayurvedic texts and stays liquid at room temperature. Eden's organic, unrefined, expeller pressed sesame oil is $21.99 for 473 ml on Well.ca, about $4.65 per 100 ml. Pick unrefined, untoasted sesame for pulling. Toasted sesame from the stir fry aisle tastes far too strong to swish for minutes.
Best for mouthwash fans: Dr. Ginger's
Dr. Ginger's is closer to a mouthwash than a pulling oil. Water is the first ingredient, followed by coconut oil, hydrated silica, glycerin, xylitol and aloe vera juice. It is built for a quick two minute swish. On Amazon.ca it sells through a third party seller at $29.99 for 414 ml. If you want the oil pulling ritual itself, pick an oil based blend instead.
Also worth knowing
Desert Essence makes a two layer rinse with organic coconut, sesame and sunflower oils over a mouthwash layer, but at $10.48 per 100 ml on Amazon.ca it is the priciest here. Amriel Co. is a made in Canada coconut and peppermint blend at $17.95 for 240 ml. And if you were searching for Cocofloss: the brand's online store sells floss, toothpaste and tongue cleaners, but no pulling oil when we checked.
What to look for when buying
- A short ingredient list. You are holding it in your mouth for minutes. Fewer ingredients means fewer surprises.
- Organic base oil. Check that the word "organic" is on the ingredient line, not only the front label.
- Liquid at room temperature. Ready blends and sesame pour easily. Virgin coconut oil needs melting in cooler months.
- No alcohol. The whole point is a gentle routine. Plant of Life, GuruNanda, Dr. Ginger's and Amriel all say alcohol free on the listing.
- Cost per session, not per bottle. Divide the bottle by the dose on the label. A cheaper bottle with a bigger dose can cost more each morning.
FAQ
What is the best oil to use for oil pulling?
Coconut oil is the most popular choice because it tastes mild and is easy to find organic. Sesame oil is the traditional Ayurvedic option and stays liquid. A ready blend of coconut oil and mint is the easiest to stick with every day, since you skip the melting and the plain oily taste.
Is coconut or sesame oil better for oil pulling?
Both work for the routine itself, so pick by taste and texture. Coconut is milder and most ready blends use it. Sesame is nuttier, stays liquid in a cold kitchen and has the longer traditional history. If you buy sesame, choose unrefined and untoasted, like Eden's organic expeller pressed oil.
How long should you oil pull?
Follow the label you buy. Plant of Life suggests 2 to 5 minutes with about a teaspoon. GuruNanda suggests 2 to 10 minutes with 10 to 15 ml. Desert Essence suggests starting at 3 minutes and working up to 20. Starting short makes the habit easier to keep.
Should you brush before or after oil pulling?
Labels differ. Plant of Life suggests brushing and scraping your tongue first, then swishing, with flossing recommended after. GuruNanda suggests brushing right after you spit. Either way, oil pulling is an add on to brushing and flossing, not a swap.
Can I spit pulling oil in the sink?
No. Both Plant of Life and GuruNanda tell you to spit into the trash. Coconut oil firms up as it cools and can build up in pipes over time. A paper towel or small bin by the sink makes this easy.
Ready to start?
If you want a pulling oil you will actually use every morning, start with Plant of Life Pulling Oil: organic coconut and peppermint, about 48 sessions a bottle, $19.99 CAD. New here? Use code WELCOME10 for 10% off your first order, and orders over $49 ship free in Canada and the US. New to the routine? Read our oil pulling how-to guide first.
