Description
Return to the simplest gesture in the world with this set of 5 siwak sticks and its carry case. Siwak is a root of Salvadora persica, the toothbrush tree: you trim the bark back by a centimetre, chew the tip to release the fibres, and the stick becomes a brush. No tube, no plastic.
The sticks are vacuum-packed one by one, which keeps the wood supple until opened. The Araq wood has a frank, slightly peppery taste that you get used to in a few days. The rigid case supplied protects the stick once started and slips into a bag or a travel pouch.
This siwak set is for anyone who wants waste-free hygiene, when travelling, hiking or during Ramadan. Each stick measures about 16 cm and is re-trimmed as you go. The brand is French and the whole set is biodegradable and vegan.

Our verdict on this set of siwak sticks
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 20 September 2026
We read buyers’ feedback on this set of siwak sticks to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
The strong points
- Brushing without toothpaste or plastic: the stick is chewed and trimmed: nothing to throw away, nothing to refill.
- Five vacuum-packed sticks: the wood stays supple until opened, one stick at a time.
- A rigid case to take it with you: the accessory that comes up most in the feedback, for the bag and for travel.
- Araq wood, biodegradable and vegan: Salvadora persica root, with no preservative, from a French brand.
Good to know
- The taste surprises you for the first few days: it is frank and slightly peppery: let the stick air-dry after opening and it softens.
- The sticks are not all straight: it is a root, not a moulded object: the thickness and curve vary from one stick to the next.
Where we lean: for a zero-waste habit at home, when travelling or during Ramadan, this siwak set with its case is the right format. If you would like to try one first, the sets of two or three sticks below are enough. The rest of our traditional care products is in the oriental care section.
Obaïa, Al-Khair, ORINKO or Naguère?
The same siwak stick exists from several brands. Here is how this set of five compares with the three most popular other versions.
| Siwak | Quantity | Case | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obaïa Obaïa · this set |
5 sticks | 1 case | Stocking up and travel |
| Al-Khair Al-Khair |
5 sticks | — | Vacuum-packed only |
| ORINKO ORINKO |
3 sticks | 3 cases | One case per stick |
| Naguère Naguère |
6 sticks | Pouch | Plastic-free |
The Al-Khair set of five siwak offers the same quantity, vacuum-packed, with no case supplied. It is the choice for those who keep their sticks at home, by the sink. This siwak set adds the rigid case, the one that lets you slip a stick into a bag.
The ORINKO trio with three cases gives one case per stick, handy if several people in the household start at the same time. The number of sticks is lower for a similar budget. For one person who wants to last several months, five sticks and one case are enough.
The Naguère set of six siwak contains six dry sticks and a fabric pouch, with no plastic at all. Dry sticks are harder to chew on first use and need a pass under water. This siwak set arrives vacuum-packed, so it is more supple on opening.
Your questions about these siwak sticks
How do I use a siwak stick for the first time?
Trim the bark back by about a centimetre at the tip of the stick, then chew the bare part until soft fibres appear. Then brush your teeth from top to bottom, with no toothpaste or water. When the fibres are crushed, cut them off and start again.
Does siwak replace a toothbrush for everyday use?
Many people use it as a complement, outdoors or during the day, and keep their usual toothbrush morning and evening. It is a simple extra step, with no water or tube. For follow-up suited to your mouth, ask your dentist for advice.
What is the difference from the Al-Khair set of five siwak?
Both sets contain five vacuum-packed sticks, of the same Araq wood. This siwak set adds a rigid case to store the used stick and take it with you. If you stay at home, the difference comes down to that storage.
Find our traditional care products and rituals in our oriental care section.
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