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Zero nylon · zero plastic

URVA Bamboo Travel Case

The toothbrush humans used for centuries, rebuilt for today: real natural bristle, a heat-treated bamboo handle and not a single strand of nylon. Nothing plastic scrubs your gums twice a day anymore.

100% natural bristle, zero nylon

Spares you the 2.3 million microplastic particles a year a plastic brush releases

No BPA, no phthalates, no glue in the head

Deep plaque removal, squeaky-clean feel

Firm on plaque, kind to gums

Bamboo handle and bristle that go back to the earth

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Protects you from microplastics

Nylon is plastic. Every brushing grinds it against your teeth and gums, and tiny fragments break off. A 2025 study measured at least 2.3 million microplastic particles released per person per year by toothbrushes alone. Natural bristle has no plastic to shed.

Kind to gums and enamel

Natural bristle is a hollow, flexible keratin fibre. It softens in warm water, follows the shape of your teeth and polishes instead of scratching. Sensitive gums? Pick the horse-bristle version, our softest.

That squeaky-clean feeling

The micro-scales on each bristle grip plaque and surface stains. Run your tongue over your teeth after the first brush: smooth, clean, done.

They made the switch

Join the people who ditched plastic for good

Zero microplastics
Glue-free head
Stands up to dry
Natural clean

Boar bristle

"No more plastic in my mouth"

I never thought about what my brush was made of. Once I did, I couldn't unsee it. Two weeks in, my teeth feel cleaner than with my old electric.

Camille R. Verified buyer

Horse bristle

"Finally soft enough for my gums"

My gums bleed with almost every brush. The horse bristle is the first one that cleans properly without hurting.

Jonas W. Verified buyer

Kids

"The kids fight over who brushes first"

Small head, real bristle, a handle that stands up on its own. My two use it without complaining, which is a first.

Sophie L. Verified buyer

URVA box and four brushes on a linen sheet

Family pack

"Switched the whole house"

We took the 4-box pack. Everyone has their colour band, and we stopped buying plastic brushes for good.

Thomas B. Verified buyer

URVA box and brushes in a bathroom cabinet

Boar bristle

"Dries fast, no smell"

I was worried about hygiene with natural bristle. It stands up, dries in a few hours and stays fresh.

Lena K. Verified buyer

Make the switch

Your old plastic brush vs URVA

Plastic toothbrush

Made for margins

Nylon bristles: plastic made from petroleum
Sheds microplastics every time you brush
Glued head that traps moisture and bacteria
Additives like BPA and phthalates in the plastic
Takes centuries to break down in landfill

URVA natural-bristle brush

Made for humans

Pure natural bristle, zero nylon
Nothing plastic to shed into your mouth
Glue-free head, bristles anchored mechanically
Heat-treated bamboo that resists moisture
No BPA, no phthalates, no plastic at all

I'm switching

The hidden cost of brushing

What your plastic brush doesn't tell you

Nylon bristle tips breaking into plastic fragments

1The problem

Your toothbrush is shedding plastic into your mouth

2.3Mmicroplastic particles a year, from one brush habit

About 3,200 particles every time you brush.

Nylon bristles are plastic. Rubbing them against enamel twice a day wears them down, and the fragments go exactly where you don't want them: your mouth.

Bristles fray and fragment from day one
Nylon is a petroleum-based plastic
Over half the particles are under 100 microns
Invisible, so you never notice it happening

2Where it goes

You don't need to swallow it for it to reach you

The lining of your mouth is one of the most permeable tissues in your body.

Your mouth is built to absorb: that's why some medicines are taken under the tongue. Microplastics have since been found in human blood, brain and gut tissue. The brush you use every morning and every night is one of the most direct routes in.

Friction breaks bristles into tiny fragments
Mouth tissue is thin and highly permeable
Particles detected in blood, brain and gut
Exposure adds up twice a day, every day

3What it carries

Plastic doesn't travel alone

Plastics carry additives known to interfere with hormones.

Bisphenols and phthalates are recognised endocrine disruptors, and they are common in plastics. Your body has no way to break plastic down, so it builds up. The simplest fix is to stop putting it in your mouth.

Bisphenols and phthalates: known hormone disruptors
Plastic doesn't break down inside the body
Exposure compounds over the years
The easiest source to cut: your toothbrush

Source: Wang S. et al., "Patterns and risks of microplastic release during primary oral care", Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, vol. 302, 2025 (PMID 40680448). At least 23.3 × 10⁵ particles per person per year from toothbrushes.

Us vs them

Not every "natural" brush is plastic-free

Most bamboo brushes still use nylon bristles, or "castor-oil" bristles that are still a plastic polymer. Only the bristle matters for what ends up in your mouth.

	Classic brushPlastic + nylon	"Eco" bamboo brushNylon or castor-oil bristle	URVANatural bristle + bamboo
Bristle free of plastic
Sheds no microplastics
Glue-free head
No BPA or phthalates
Plastic-free handle
Handle stands up to dry
Compostable at end of life		Handle only

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What people are saying

Ordered for me, reordered for the whole family three weeks later.

Marie D.

The bristle gets softer under warm water. Best brush I've had.

Felix H.

My dentist asked what I changed. I showed him the brush.

Julien P.

Delivered in two days to Brussels, lovely packaging.

Ana V.

Didn't believe the squeaky-clean thing. It's real.

Nina S.

Horse bristle is perfect for my sensitive gums.

Clara M.

Ordered for me, reordered for the whole family three weeks later.

Marie D.

The bristle gets softer under warm water. Best brush I've had.

Felix H.

My dentist asked what I changed. I showed him the brush.

Julien P.

Delivered in two days to Brussels, lovely packaging.

Ana V.

Didn't believe the squeaky-clean thing. It's real.

Nina S.

Horse bristle is perfect for my sensitive gums.

Clara M.

URVA boar bristle 4-pack on a stone podium among bamboo leaves

The way it was meant to be

Brush the original way

Before plastic, every toothbrush was natural bristle and wood. We went back to that, kept what works and engineered the rest: a glue-free head, a sealed base that stands up to dry, bristles cleaned and heat-treated in several stages.

Natural bristle, ethically collected
Glue-free, plastic-free head
Sealed bamboo base that stands up to dry

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See it in real hands

Unboxings and first impressions, in their own words.

Woman showing her URVA box on her bed — @lea.zerowaste Unboxing my first URVA pack

Man brushing his teeth with an URVA brush — @max.morning Two weeks in, honest review

Mother and daughter brushing with URVA Kids — @familie.gruen The kids version, tested

Woman showing the natural bristles of her URVA brush — @julie.home Why I ditched nylon

Man comparing the boar and horse bristle boxes — @thomas.fit Boar vs horse bristle

Boar or horse?

Pick your bristle in 10 seconds

The classic

Boar bristle

Firmness

Firm, dense and springy. The deep, polished clean people switch for.

For healthy gums and anyone who likes a firm brush.

Strongest plaque and stain removal
The brush for coffee and tea drinkers
Softens a little under warm water

Choose boar bristle

The softest

Horse bristle

Firmness

Fine, supple and gentle. A thorough clean with no pressure on the gums.

For sensitive gums, receding gums and sensitive teeth.

Our softest bristle
Ideal if your gums bleed easily
Great first natural brush

Choose horse bristle

How to use it

Natural bristle, four simple habits

Warm it up

Run the head under warm water for a few seconds. The bristle softens and opens up.
Brush gently

Small circles, light pressure. Natural bristle does the work; no need to scrub.
Stand it up to dry

Shake it, then stand it on its sealed base, bristles up, away from the tap. Never in a closed case.
Replace every 2–3 months

One box covers a year for one person. Snap off the head, compost the bamboo handle.

FAQ

Your questions, straight answers

Still unsure? Write to us at contact@tryurva.com. A real person answers within 24 hours.

What's actually wrong with a plastic toothbrush?

The bristles are nylon, a plastic made from petroleum, and the handle is usually plastic too. Every brushing wears the bristles down and releases tiny fragments into your mouth. A 2025 study measured at least 2.3 million microplastic particles per person per year from toothbrushes. URVA has no plastic to shed.

What is an URVA brush made of?

100% natural bristle (boar or horse), a heat-treated bamboo handle and a non-toxic seal on the base. No nylon, no plastic, no glue: the bristles are anchored mechanically into the head.

Boar or horse bristle: which one should I choose?

Boar is firmer, for a deep, polished clean on healthy gums. Horse is our softest, made for sensitive or bleeding gums. Not sure? The 4-box pack comes with a free box of the other bristle so you can try both.

How are the bristles sourced and cleaned?

The bristles are collected from animals raised for other purposes, and the animals are never harmed for them. Each batch is washed, degreased, dried and treated at high temperature in several stages before being set into the head.

Is it vegan?

No. Natural bristle is an animal fibre, which is exactly why it sheds no plastic. Today there is no vegan bristle that isn't plastic: "plant-based" bristles are made from castor oil, but they are still a plastic polymer.

A few bristles came out during the first brushes. Is that normal?

Yes. Because the head is glue-free, a few bristles can loosen while the brush adjusts to your bathroom's humidity. Run your thumb over the head before the first uses; it settles within a few days.

From what age is the kids brush suitable?

The kids brush has a smaller head and a shorter handle, made for children aged about 3 to 10. Always supervise young children while they brush and show them how to use light pressure.

How long does one brush last?

Replace it every 2 to 3 months, like any toothbrush. A box of 4 covers about a year for one person.

Where do you deliver, and how fast?

We ship to France, Belgium and Germany. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the next business day. Delivery takes 2 to 4 business days, and it's free from €35.

What if I don't like it?

You have 60 days to try it. If it's not for you, write to us and we'll refund you, no questions asked.

Why URVA?

Fast EU delivery

Ships next business day to France, Belgium and Germany. Free from €35.
60-day guarantee

Try it for two months. Not convinced? Full refund.
Real humans

A real team answers your questions in French, German or English.
The original way

Natural bristle and bamboo, the way toothbrushes were made before plastic.