I am tough customer when it comes to teeth whitening. I have extremely sensitive teeth, a small mouth and a terrible gag reflex. Last summer, I tried to use a teeth whitening kit that required me to make a custom-fitted tray. Well, the tray wouldn’t fit in my tiny mouth. And the white strips sold at the drugstore just kill my sensitive teeth. I had pretty much given up on finding an at-home whitening system that I could use.
Enter Luster 2 Minute White Dental Whitening Treatment from a company based right here in Massachusetts. I received this kit to try out just after I had my teeth cleaned at the dentist. Truthfully, I didn’t expect too much since I thought after the dental cleaning, my teeth were about as clean/whitish as they could get. But I wanted to try out this kit anyway because it seemed easy to use and it was supposed to be fine even for sensitive teeth.
The Luster 2 Minute White kit comes with two pieces:
- Neutralizing Cleanser, a blue pre-rinse
- Correct Whitening Serum, an anti-microbial whitening dental peroxide liquiu-gel.
How To Use the Kit
- Brush and floss your teeth (OK, I didn’t floss every time).
- Rinse with the Neutralizing Cleanser by swishing it around your mouth and especially your front teeth for at least 10 seconds.
- Shake the Correct Whitening Serum for 3-5 seconds before using it.
- Remove the cap and squeeze a small amount of the clear liqui-gel onto the bristles that are on the end of the tube. The liqui-gel is thinner than I expected so I have to be careful that it doesn’t drip into the sink – I don’t want to waste it.
- Brush it on your “smile teeth”, i.e. the teeth you can see when you smile or talk, one at a time, applying enough to cover. It’s important not to get the whitening serum on your gums, lips or tongue, and it isn’t hard to avoid them.
- Next, let the whitening serum dry for about 10 seconds before closing your mouth or letting your lips or tongue touch your teeth. It may look a little funny, but it’s not hard to do.
- The Whitening Serum does its whitening thing during the 10 minutes after application.
- Repeat these steps up to 4 times a day if you like or as little as once a day. I used the Luster 2 Minute White kit twice a day.
Neither the Cleanser or the Whitening Serum have a bad taste, and I’m usually a baby when it comes to things like that. I had no problem using it. It’s easy-peasy.
Does it Work?
Luster 2 Minute White claims that it will lighten teeth by 6 shades in only 3 days if you use it 4 times a day or 6 shades after 12 uses. I use it twice a day.
I took a photo of my teeth before starting to use the kit.
Because I went on vacation shortly after receiving the kit, I used it for a couple of days and then interrupted my usage for almost 2 weeks. When I got back home, I started up again. I’ve been using it twice a day for about a week. Frankly, because my teeth had recently been cleaned by the dentist, I didn’t expect this kit to do much. Was I shocked, actually, when I took an “after” picture this morning! I took the photo in the same place, at the same time of day as I had taken my “before” photo. There is a clear difference between the two photos. My teeth are visibly whiter than when I started! I’m really satisfied with my results.
And the best thing for me is that my sensitive teeth have no problem at all using Luster 2 Minute White. Yay!
I’m about halfway through the bottle of Neutralizing Cleanser and I can’t tell how much is left in the tube, but I’m going to keep going and use them up. I’m curious to see if I can get them even whiter.
I was a doubting Thomas but I have seen the results with my own camera. If you want to lighten your teeth at home, Luster 2 Minute White is definitely worth trying. It was developed by dentists, and it’s enamel safe. Just so you know, it doesn’t change the color of dental work. Check out the Luster 2 Minute White website for more info.
It’s priced around $12.99 on the Luster website or it’s available through Amazon.
Have you tried an at-home teeth whitening kit?
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53 Comments
Great results Allison! I am using Amazon to order. Thanks!
Wow! I hope you like it, Laura, and it works as well for you as it does for me! Let me know what you think 🙂
WOW! That’s a great before and after!!! That’s great to know of a brand that works for sensitive teeth!
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Every other at-home whitening kit I’ve tried absolutely kills my sensitive teeth and this one doesn’t hurt at all plus it actually worked!
The result is very clear, Allison, the difference is massive, wow! I’m always sceptical about whitening kit but this is brilliant. I’ll need to check through Amazon.
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Thank you, Shireen! I was totally surprised. I just got my teeth cleaned so I didn’t expect much in the way of results, but I am more than satisfied with this inexpensive kit that doesn’t hurt my sensitive teeth!
You got great results! This certainly seems like a far easier method than the one where you have to mould custom trays after dipping them on hot water – ouch!
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The kit with the trays that I got came with trays that you put moulding clay into. The trays themselves were way too wide for my little mouth! I gave it to Jeff! But Luster 2 Minute White definitely worked for my sensitive teeth, and it is sooooooooo much easier to use!
Wow, I can definitely tell the difference with the before/after photos of your teeth! I don’t do at home kits due to my sensitive teeth but I got the latest Sensydone Whitening toothpaste so I definitely see how white my teeth look! Great to know about this at-home kit and truly appreciate you being the guinea pig on this product!
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I have very sensitive teeth too, Ursula, and I use Sensydine toothpaste but this definitely got my sensitive teeth whiter with no pain at all
This stuff sounds great. I just started a tooth whitening product but its killing my gums. I may have to try this one next time.
The directions say to keep this away from gums, lips and tongue and it’s easy to do that. I may have gotten a little on my gums but it doesn’t really feel like much. I really like this product, and it’s very affordable. Keep it in mind for the future, Leigh. Thanks for commenting xoxo
Very nice results! I am a FAIL at teeth whitening. I even tried Smile Brilliant. It was a bust. My teeth hate me. lol
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Smile Brilliant was the one that couldn’t fit in my mouth, but Jeff seemed to like it. Luster 2 Minute White is perfect for me.
So glad to hear it didn’t make your teeth sensitive! The results are terrific! <3
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Yes, I’m completely satisfied!
I have sensitive teeth as well, and have had trouble with some of the whiteners out there. I definitely will put this kit on my list to try– it really made a noticeable difference!
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For us sensitive teeth types, this seems to be the way to go. I had such a good experience with it!
Oh yay, this worked so great on you!
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Yes, thanks!
I’m trying this right now!
I hope you have as good an experience with it!
WOW look at that result! I need this!
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I’m satisfied for sure!
I’ve turned this down several times since I’ve had so little success with other brands but now I’ll give it a shot. The difference on your teeth is amazing.
It really works for me, Marcia! If you try it, it won’t disappoint.
I can spot the difference, amazing results!
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The results sort of blew me away actually
Wow! Those results are amazing!
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I was surprised and impressed!
I use to do these at home, but last time I had my dentist do it. I haven’t tried this whitening system though – so maybe I would like it better!
I don’t think you can compare this at-home kit with whitening at the dentist, but I was definitely impressed with the results. I would maybe suggest using it a month or so after your dental whitening to keep your teeth white 🙂
I gave in and went to the dentist because I wasn’t getting any decent results with at home kits. I would prefer at home for time saving reasons – but also the dentists whitening leaves my teeth so sensitive after!
The dentist uses much stronger whitening agents and with the tray that the dentist uses, your entire tooth is surrounded by the whitening agent. This kit just does the part of the teeth that people see. Apples and oranges. I have such sensitive teeth that I’ve never done the dentist whitening, and the white strips are too strong too. I’m satisfied with the results from this kit. Luster has other kits including one with a light. Maybe I’ll try one of those in the future but I’m always nervous about the sensitivity issue. This is the first at-home system that doesn’t kill my teeth, yay, and does whiten them – but very likely not as white as they’d be with a dentist whitening.
Yeah I was trying to avoid the professional whitening, but like I said – the strips and such just weren’t doing much at all for me! When I’m almost due for it again, I’ll pick this up instead and see how it holds up 🙂
This is so inexpensive, it’s worth a shot!
That’s what I figure! I’m bound to find an at home kit that works for me eventually! 🙂
I haven’t tried an at-home whitening kit yet but wow your results look great. I’m glad to read that it worked well with your sensitive teeth too!
A win-win for me!
I’ve gotten good results with the tray kind of whitener that I tried, but this looks so simple to use, and the results you got were definitely a WOW!
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Since I couldn’t do the tray whitener, I was happy that I got such good results with this method. So easy
Wow, what a difference! I always love seeing impressive before and after photos that show how some products actually work as advertised.
Thanks, Anastasia! I am pleased with the results! A nice surprise 🙂
Tooth whitening can be so painful or just a huge hassle. This product really looks fabulous.
It’s painless and a cinch to use. I’m happy with my results!
I wish teeth whitening were simpler! I really wanted to whiten my teeth for an upcoming wedding, but I just couldn’t be bothered with all of the steps!
Luster 2 Minute White is so easy to use. There are 3 steps: brush your teeth, swish the solution for 10 seconds, apply the gel (takes me about 30 seconds), wait 10 seconds before closing your mouth. Go.
Wow – I love the results and I love that you didn’t have any issues. I have sensitive skin and have struggled with teeth whiteners for years… I’ll check this one out.
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I was shocked that I had no pain or sensitivity with this whitener at all. It may not be as good as the tray whiteners but the results without pain were good enough for me!
I definitely could use this in my life. I tend to avoid whiteners due to sensitivity and stick to baking soda toothpaste, but your results are amazing!
I was surprised that I had no pain or sensitivity whatsoever. And because my teeth had been cleaned, I didn’t expect much. I did a good job for me!
Awesome results and it sounds so easy! The custom trays were nice but the 1hr wear time was a bit long for my liking. I’ll have to pick up this kit.
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I think Luster 2 Minute would be a great follow up to Smile Brilliant to keep your teeth whiter. It really is so easy to use!