Skip to main content

The Manual may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.

Lenny Kravitz’s New Twice Toothpaste Will Make Plaque Fly Away

When you think of rock icon Lenny Kravitz, you probably think of masterful guitar playing, a soulful singing voice, occasional film roles, prefab homes, and awesome hair. You probably don’t think about toothpaste.

And for much of his storied career, Kravitz didn’t think much about toothpaste or teeth in general, either. However, his future partners in the toothpaste brand Twice did. Brothers Julian and Cody Levine are the sons of two dentists and grew up with oral health care a regular topic of family conversation. One of the sub-topics within that long-running chat was the way in which a healthy smile inspires confidence and happiness, whereas a smile plagued by poor oral health leads to self-doubt and even self-loathing.

twice toothpaste
Twice

With the understanding of the power of a smile in mind and the will do help those without access to proper dental care at heart, the Levines joined a team of dentists and volunteers who would be offering free oral care to underserved populations. Another member of that team was none other than Lenny Kravitz, who signed on to help underprivileged communities in his ancestral home, the Bahamas. Kravitz was there on behalf of his Let Love Rule Foundation, and the initial mission of the trip to the city of Eleuthera was to provide oral health care services to the local population.

But what Kravitz and the Levines experienced there would lead to something bigger. The difference proper dental care made to those people — the very way they smiled once they could finally flash a grin with pride — inspired the trio not to stop there. On learning that some 85 million Americans lack oral health care coverage and that fewer than half of all Americans brush their teeth more than once a day, they decided that a new toothpaste brand was their avenue toward improving oral health — and smiles — worldwide.

From there, Twice was born. It is more than a toothpaste brand, though: it’s more of a toothpaste movement. The goal of Twice is to “re-imagine brushing twice-a-day by creating an experience people would actually look forward to — every morning and every night. By evolving brushing into a ritual rather than a chore.”

Adds co-founder Cody Levine: “When it comes to living a healthier life or prioritizing your well-being, oral health is not usually top of mind. So part of changing people’s brushing behaviors is to change their perception of what toothpaste is meant to do.”

twice toothpaste
Twice

Twice toothpastes come in two different formulations. There’s Early Bird, which blends wintergreen and peppermint flavors and is meant to invigorate, and Twilight, which has a blend of peppermint, vanilla, and lavender. Both formulas are designed to whiten, strengthen, prevent sensitivity, and remove plaque. So, you know, toothpaste stuff. Thanks to those two different flavors and the different packaging colors, using Twice toothpaste begins, after a few days, to feel like a regular part of life; the two brushing sessions are boxes you have to check to be done with a proper day.

If getting a few more people to brush twice a day were all this stuff ever did, that would be a win for Kravtiz and the Levines. But of course, it wouldn’t be a big enough win. As Julian Levine says: “It is a sad reality that the condition of someone’s smile can hold them back from living their life the way they are meant to. Given Twice’s mission to help fix this and provide a vehicle for change, Lenny, myself, and Cody together teamed up to create and build Twice from day one [after the trip to Eleuthera].” That’s why they donate 10% of all profits to the GLO Good Foundation, which offers oral care services to underserved populations all over the world.

A two-pack of Twice will run you $17 for a one-time purchase, or you can save 10% with a subscription. You can puchase Twice below:

Steven John
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Steven John is a writer and journalist living just outside New York City, by way of 12 years in Los Angeles, by way of…
Your complete Maison Margiela cologne guide: What to wear for every occasion
Most of these Maison Margiela fragrances are unisex, so you can share
Maison Margiela REPLICA Under the Stars

Freshly mown grass, coffee beans, rain, and roasting marshmallows -- we are surrounded each day with fragrances both simple and wonderful. Scent is the all-powerful key to unlocking memories -- the core ones, such as your first night camping under the stars with your dad, and the tiny moments you may have forgotten. Maison Margiela created the Replica line of unisex fragrances to capture these unique, everyday scents. Come stroll with us through a zen garden, a candlelit restaurant, and the starlit open air, and we'll show you which moments to bring home with you.

Under the Stars
One of Maison Margiela's most recent creations is the leathered, woody and smoke-wreathed Under the Stars. This fragrance leans masculine, venturing out into the real wilderness with animalic notes of leather, black pepper, nutty oud (Agarwood), and earthy labdanum. While many members of the Maison Margiela Replica collection linger cozily indoors, (

Read more
The 11 best bath products for men for an ultra relaxing soak
Gentleman's pampering — discover the best bath products for men
Man taking a bath

The best bath products for men can make you feel like a whole new you, as there's nothing better than lighting scented candles, playing a calming playlist, and relaxing your joints in a hot tub. If your unofficial resolution this year is to spend more time in the bathtub, then sink into the womb-like warmth of a steaming tub with these luxurious bath products for men.

Enjoy a relaxing soak yourself, or gift your favorite pampering bath product to a friend who seems extra stressed out. The items on our list are guaranteed to transform your bathroom into a spa.

Read more
The 7 best dry shampoo options, an easy cleansing solution for your hair
Try one of these alternatives on non-wash days
Man using dry shampoo

Dry shampoos are one of the best shampoos for men and they're the perfect pick-me-up for when you need a refreshed look during those too-lazy-to-wash-my-hair days. But did you know there's also a more practical reason for it? You have probably heard once or twice that it’s against the laws of grooming to wash your hair every day. For real? Yes. It’s because of sebum — an excess oily substance your body produces naturally to defend your skin. It moisturizes, protects, and coats your body’s outer barrier.

If you’re wondering why we’re rambling about sebum, it’s to make you understand exactly why you shouldn’t wash your hair every day. When you rub your scalp with shampoo, you are stripping away the natural production of oils that nourish your hair. Sebum doesn’t sound sexy, but it’s how your hair gets the ever-so-coveted glow. And when you are constantly doing it, your body may not be able to keep up with producing sebum, making your hair and scalp can become dry and itchy.

Read more