Akamai Basics
Our Philosophy
We believe clean and healthy skin, hair and teeth can be achieved with far fewer products, chemicals and complexity. We’ve taken a radically simplified, back to basics, truly natural approach.

The Problem
A “Personal Care Industrial Complex” exists
Typical personal care products are fraught with unhealthy, unnecessary chemicals. Mainstream brands promote too many products, while advertisers & the media perpetuate misinformation about body care & grooming.
The reality is — the mainstream approach to personal care and grooming is out of control. If you believe the hype, then in order to have clean and healthy teeth, gums, skin and hair you need tons of products - the more you spend the better you will be - and it’s ok to douse yourself with a wide array of weird sounding synthetic chemicals. In this industry more is more – the more I pay, the better it is, the more I use the better I will be. There is nothing normal about what has become “the norm”.
Ask yourself, is the cumulative burden of all these chemicals we’re absorbing through our skin and mouth worth it? (not to mention the impact on our environment) Does it make sense to follow daily rituals and use products that can wage war on our body’s natural and complex microbiomes? Are we getting healthier skin, teeth and hair in the process? Do we really need to follow daily routines requiring so many products? Enough!
In the face of this, we take an outsider’s approach and show a simpler, healthier, smarter way.
“Akamai’s philosophy is music to the ears of non-toxic beauty advocates and minimalists alike.” — Treehugger

Make it as simple as possible but no simpler — Albert Einstein
The Solution
Our approach is rooted in the following 10 principles
1. Use the transdermal effect to improve health, choosing ingredients that are naturally rich in bioavailable nutrients, especially minerals (since we are all deficient).
2. Avoid synthetic chemicals. Sometimes even naturally derived ones can be harmful.
3. Design highly effective products that are multipurpose that anyone and everyone can use (not gender specific). Not as a tricky marketing move, rather as a sensible, practical thing to do.
4. Support our body's ecologies and skin & oral microbiomes. No overuse of anything (including essential oils). Leverage and support our body’s abilities to regulate and heal itself.
5. Only use time-tested, nourishing ingredients made by nature; "food grade", ideally in its whole form, minimally processed to retain nutrients.
6. Use the fewest number of ingredients possible. While still being highly effective.
7. Every ingredient has a real purpose and impact. No hype, no fillers, no "chemistry"; more like cooking a nourishing meal.
8. Offer fewer products. Versus an array of single purpose and nonessential.
9. Question authority, marketing and current advice. Use the wisdom of the past and get back to basics. Read labels, question ingredients. Use common sense and trust your gut.
10. Simplify protocols and routines - Less IS More. You only need the basics, the rest is fluff.
OUR VALUES
B Corporation
Essential Oils
1% for the Planet
Made in the USA
USDA Certified Organic
Reviews
Healthcare Professionals
“Akamai has considered every component of an ideal toothpaste: the pH, abrasiveness, natural antimicrobials, and the ideal ratio of trace minerals and essential oils to maximize absorption and promote a healthy mouth. It is a fantastic product that I would recommend to any of my patients.”
— Dr. Andrea Mustian, DMD Harvard School of Dental Medicine
“Akamai has done their research and are steadfast in their commitment to truly clean and safe products. Truly all natural unlike many brands that make this claim.” — Holistica Dr Mary Shackelton, MPH, ND
“Every now and then you discover a new brand that you fall in love with instantly and on multiple levels. It speaks to you not just because the product is phenomenal, useful, and well-executed, but also because of the philosophy and values that go into making it. This is a radical new take on an industry that has for decades exposed our bodies to a variety of chemicals and toxins which have steadily been shown to cause harm to our health and our ecosystem in general. I highly recommend Akamai products to anyone interested in optimal health and wellness.”
— David Tusek, MD, Cloud Medical
"Akamai toothpaste is the best toothpaste that I have found in the market. The ingredients are great. It’s great for detoxing, ph, remineralisation, helps with sensitivity and more. It has no glycerin - that's important, since glycerin leaves a film on your teeth that plaque can adhere to. It makes my teeth feel very clean. It is the only toothpaste I recommend to my patients."
— Dr. Carmen Burke, DDS
"This is my favorite natural toothpaste. They have packed so many good ingredients into this paste; liposomal Co Q10, trace minerals, a healthy balance of essentials oils in a detoxifying clay base. It leaves my mouth feeling clean & fresh. It's Akamai, or nothing at all for me!"
— Shannon Gleichmann, RDH, BS
Customers
“Love the soap! It's amazing how well it lathers up and cleans without feeling like it's stripping my skin dry. The toothpaste is the best I've ever used. It's so nice to get away from the mouth full of sugar taste and also my teeth are super clean.”
— Marcia R.
"Trace minerals, rosemary essential oil and Golden Jojoba Oil... what an excellent blend. I love the consistency of Skin Fuel too. My skin feels naturally nourished and loved."
— Katie W.
"Thank you Akamai for creating an all natural toothpaste that is genuinely good for us. Love the product and the thoughtfulness that went into its formulation."
— Will V.
“Love the soap!! Wishing u great success!"
— Steve H.
“This Mineral Toothpaste is one of my favorite parts of waking up. It’s got everything I look for - a fresh taste, a beautifully clean after-feel, and quality natural ingredients for miles. I’m totally hooked - and so in love with the concept of nourishing my teeth and gums without all the scary chemicals!
Akamai’s Skin Fuel is my new passion. I AM OBSESSED! This amazing concoction absorbs quickly, brings a healthy glow (even in Colorado's dry mountain air), soothes + calms my rebellious complexion, and smells so lovely. It’s such a versatile companion I can use it all over. I swear it has super powers - like a bottled day at the spa."
— Courtney O.
“At first I wasn't fond of the flavor because it seemed a bit bitter, but after a month I got used to it and I also noticed it’s much better than any other toothpaste. I’m a big fan because it’s all natural and it keeps my teeth healthy and clean.”
— Hayden C (age 12)
“My wife and I have used the toothpaste every evening for close to a month. we both really like it. great flavor (clove oil is nice) and leaves a really fresh feeling in the mouth.”
— Steve D.
“Every Akamai product has my body feeling new and strong. It’s smart, simple and efficient.”
— Chloe C. (age 14)
"I have been enjoying the clean freshness of your toothpaste and now love the silkiness of your all natural soap. Oh and of course I love you oil too!! I also have been trying the less is more concept and think its absolutely right!”
– Susan H.
"No more bleeding or occasional infections in my gum line and after brushing with the toothpaste for 6 months, my dental hygienist was amazed at how much better my teeth and gums are. I am impressed.”
– Vic S.
So, a couple weeks ago I received a couple of 3 in 1 soap bars, a natural toothpaste and, an after shave bottle of Akamai. I was so psyched to try all the products. I play hockey a few times a week and, was so tired of the awful soaps in the showers. I started using it there and at home. On top of that, I have been shaving with the 3 in 1 Bar also. The combination of that bar of soap and, when I use it, the after shave, is just awesome. My skin has not felt dried out since! I love it! The toothpaste, I can't say enough about. I love the non-sweetness of it. It leaves a wintergreen taste, in my opinion. My teeth feel cleaner and, I'm excited for the benefits to my gum line. Can't wait to order up a full supply!! -- Thank you.”
— Kevin B.
"I'm thrilled to have found a natural toothpaste that actually improves the health of my mouth. Before I was introduced to Akamai Mineral Toothpaste I had no idea that almost all other brands contain harmful ingredients, even the "natural" ones. Also I LOVE the lack of sweetness. I'm noticing a difference in how my teeth feel--cleaner and smoother. Not sure if it's my imagination but I think they are whiter too. Bravo, I’m hooked. I'll never use anything else!"
— Elizabeth W.
“I just wanted to thank you all for creating Akamai - I have used every "natural" brand under the sun, even got into making some DIY natural soaps and toothpastes, and these products are far superior to anything I've used so far. The toothpaste is phenomenal. My teeth feel great and look whiter (not sure if that's my imagination, but I've had a few comments as well!). The soap makes incredible suds so it's my go-to shaving foam. I use it on my hair 1-2x per week to take a break from regular shampoo. The Skin Fuel is probably my favorite though. I've used oils on my face in the past that have made me break out, but my skin has never looked better since I started using the Skin Fuel instead of moisturizer. I'm telling everyone I know to BUY THIS NOW! You'll never go back! Can't wait to see what's coming next!”
— Rebecca C.
"The more I use your Mineral Toothpaste, the more I like it. It tastes great to me. It seems very consistent, and I really can tell the detoxifying clay is doing something really nice in my mouth. Overall, I think it’s fantastic. Also regarding Skin Fuel I never really put anything on my face, ever, but now I’m getting into it – also on my hair when wet. My skin looks really good. I’d give it a 9 out of 10 and it makes me feel really good."
— Derek F
"The Skin Fuel is legit. I go back and forth between it and my own homemade concoction. Skin Fuel (I dig the name) absorbs way better than the stuff I make (which is just fractioned coconut oil and rosemary essential oil) so I really like that.“
– Ryan K.
"I just wanted to tell you my recent experience.... I am not a regular flosser, I admit, and so when I do, my gums often bleed and it hurts. Bad, I know. But when I flossed last night for the first time in a while, I noticed that my gums did not hurt, and I had virtually no bleeding. I realized that the only thing I am doing differently is using Akamai toothpaste. It's been about 6 weeks that I've used that and nothing else - I am super impressed and love it even more now! I will never use another brand, seriously.“
– Rebecca W.
"I came across Akamai when searching online for a shampoo bar. I love the lather of their 3 in 1 Bar soap. My hair and skin look great and it's easier having just one product for both. I decided to try the Skin Fuel and toothpaste too which have awesome ingredients. Very happy with the whole system"
— Laura C.
"As a self proclaimed soap snob I have been elated to find a new kit of personal care products that precisely matches my lifestyle. It is my goal and personal mission to have as few belongings as reasonably possible and this dogma caries itself into the bathroom, and is held true, with the Akamai trifecta. The back to basic, natural ingredients leave me feeling like real work has been done to cleanse my body and keep it healthy. Well done Akamai, you have filled a real niche!"
— Ross B.
"So when my wife first asked me to try Akamai Toothpaste, I said, "ok Dear”. Then I squeezed the tube and this clay looking stuff came out. Having heard the theory behind Akamai, and all the stuff the majors dump in the regular sparkly white paste, I thought “Heck, the Cubs won the World Series, it’s time to think differently”. After two weeks, my mouth feels better, I really enjoy the taste of Akamai, and my wife even said my breath smells great. I am hooked!"
— Kyle W.
"Day three of using and all the stuff is great!!!...thanks so much!!”
— Andrew N
"No more expensive beard oils for me."
— Steve
"Love it all."
— Dylan D.
"I ordered your products for my partner. He loves them and so do I!!"
— Lori T.
"I just need to let you know that my wife and I are seriously in love with your product line. You have created something revolutionary and worthwhile. It is AWESOME!!!"
— Steve L.
"Unintended benefit of the oil... my son Joseph uses it instead of his old "hair product" and just texted me that he no longer has dandruff."
— Tony C.
"I like the toothpaste. First? The color got me. Ugh. It’s like … clay or mud or caulking. But it’s swell. AND as you say 'It’s radically different', so give it two weeks.’ I did and now I am a big fan.”
— Paul M.
"Freaking awesome and my teeth are getting whiter already!”
— John M.
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