In the summer months, my combination skin tends to lean towards oily, and I sometimes have acne due to the oiliness and using sun block products on my face. I like to use a toner or astringent during the day to freshen up my face and this really seems …

I have a friend who swears up and down that pain relieving patches are the be all end all to pain relief, and when I ended up twisting something out of whack in my back and couldn’t get in to see my chiropractor, she recommended I hit the store and …

As my job is giving me stress, it does give me pain at my back, on my arms and neck. I need to something to solve this problem. Actually, I found one that can relieve the pain, however it only stops the pain. I need something that will protect …

I am writing this review to pledge my loyalty to Colgate Anti-cavity Protection Toothpaste. I have been using this toothpaste brand since I learned to brush my teeth. The only times I got to use other toothpastes were when I had no other choice; like when I’m travelling or …

Although anti inflammatory drugs never helped me much with the nerve pain and fibromyalgia I suffer chronically, they do come in handy for menstrual cramps and stress headaches.
I try to always keep Motrin or Advil on hand for these times. Since name brands are expensive I have …

Attention: this review is about the periods and is meant for the girls only. Tracking your period is really important. I think every girl nowadays knows that. There are multiple reasons behind that, but I’m not gonna go into much details since I’m sure every woman already knows them. I’m …

Ever since I was a little girl, I’d always see Dove white soap on my parents’ bathroom. So, I grew up smelling a Dove scent. It’s not a strong scent and my mom used to tell me that it’s a great moisturizing soap. I also tried using Dove soap …

I bought this strange looking contraption when I saw a television ad about it. I’ve had lower back pain, like most people—“ of both the every day strain-injury type and also the fibromyalgia muscle-nerve type. I was suffering from a bit of sciatic pain and muscle spasm when I …

Levora is an oral contraceptive. You take it once a day (at around the same time everyday for best results), on the fourth week you can take blank pills or not at all. The blank pills don’t do anything, they just keep you in the rhythm of …

If your teeth are constantly very sensitive to cold and hot or you find that the enamel on your teeth is very soft that you are constantly getting cavities or if orange juice is so delicious yet you can’t put it to your lips because it bothers your teeth, …

Since discovering a whole slew of Tae Bo DVDs at TJ Maxx recently, I have tried to go back there at least once a week for a new title. This week I picked up Billy Blanks’ Tae Bo Believers Workout, the Strength Within.
If it …

I bought this to use with my P90X program and I must say that I was slightly dissapointed upon its unboxing. I was looking for more of a temperary/removable type system, to avoid drilling any holes, and this one isn’t it. Not to say that there’s false advertising to …

I moved to Michigan with my husband some eight years ago, and because employment was difficult to find and my children were still so young and it would’ve been pointless for me to find a part-time job when my paycheck would’ve gone to daycare, I ended up being a …

I am a person who loves travelling and never miss out a chance to explore new terrains. But the major problem I encounter while travelling is my motion sickness. Due to this problem I have many a times just missed out enjoying my travel to the fullest. So to …

I tried Head and Shoulders 2 in 1 Classic Clean when I was visiting a friend that had it in their shower. I had forgotten to bring my own shampoo. Although I didn’t purchase the shampoo myself, it can be purchased at Walmart for $9.24 for a 33.9 oz. …

When I buy moisturizers, I always try the ones under well-known names, like Nivea. But this time, I tried a lesser-known product called Leyende Body Moisturizer. The first thing I noticed about this product was its soft, relaxing scent. Of course it was fragrant, because of the organic ingredients …

I decided to try Powerflex Chin Up Bar when I tried using Valeo and Altus to fit the doorway of my new room but failed. So when I bought this one, I tried it right away. This one is something to rave about. Although both Valeo and Altus were …

I try to make time to do my feminine shopping on my own whenever possible. However, on some occasions my husband does the shopping and will pick something up for me. The last time he brought my maxi pads home, I was a little upset at his choice. It …

My eyes can get really sensitive, especially because I’m someone who wears makeup, sometimes when makeup gets in my eyes, they get really irritated & red! So, its always nice to carry around some eyedrops with me just in case my eye’s start to act out! But these Kroger …

I tried Powerhouse: the Original 32, on the recommendation of a friend. It is a powdered whole food nutritional supplement which advertises itself as “high fiber, low calorie, and bills itself as an instant breakfast, lunch, or snack.” It says it is a 32% complete protein food. It is …

Fitness Quest Integrity Air Rower 3000 is an inexpensive rowing machine priced around $200 ($174.44 at Walmart). Like all rowers, it has a seat, two footrests, and a handle that you pull on, imitating the motions of rowing a boat. The seat slides back and forth as you exercise, …

I tried this product on the advice of a sales person who used it herself for menstrual problems and pms. I was also told it would help with my hair and nails. I have very brittle, ridged nails and my hair has been thinning noticeably in the last couple of …

While I was browsing in a Dollar Tree store, I noticed a sleekly packaged body wash which I assumed from the “look” of it was some prestigious brand.
Upon looking closer, it was made by April Bath and Shower, which I know as a company that mass-produces inexpensive bath …

The Zon Ball is a semi-soft, rubbery silicone ball made to use for exercising your hands. I received one from a fellow musician and music teacher who said he gave them to his students to use when they were having hand pain. I have fibromyalgia, and some mild nerve symptoms …

It’s very important to keep your teeth clean. I have tried different toothpaste brands, but this time I’m going to talk about Colgate Total.
First of all, I don’t like toothpastes with a strong taste, so this one, even if it tastes like mint, has a soft taste, so it …

Recently, while shopping at one of my favorite discount retail stores I realized that I was out of mouthwash at home. Because the store was out of my usual brand, I decided to try Assured Kids Anticavity Fluoride Rinse in Bubblegum Flavor, mostly because I was curious about …

The Healthtrax gym in West Springfield MA is a decent gym to go and workout at and I have been there many times when I was when in the area and the only thing I can say that would have made this place better would be the hours. This …

Women’s Wellness and Fitness is a women-only gym in Winston-Salem, NC. It is an extremely fun and supportive environment for women to go work out and get fit. I love going in to the gym surrounded by energetic women who are there to help as well as have fun. …

There’s something about a gummies product that just makes it so much more enjoyable to take than anything else. I remember, as a child, taking chewable vitamins, and it was like a little treat that my mother gave me every morning before school, so any time I see a …

I used to have heavy menstrual flow every month, I hate the cramp pain but I am very particular with a sanitary napkin to used. Since I was 15 years old I have tried a lot of sanitary napkins. But now I am stick to one brand and this …

I want to let you know how a very unusual product works. The product is called SinuCleanse and was created by Diane G. Heatley, M.D. She is a practicing ear, nose and throat physician who developed this product in 1997.
After suffering endlessly for 2 months and feeling wiped …

In the summer, my combination skin can be a real pain. I need to use products that do not clog my pores, can keep away acne, and manage oil—“ but that also will not dry it out. It seems that the tiniest thing can tip my skin over the balance. …

I have been using Fds feminine spray for many years, and I have always been extremely satisfied with the results. The spray is absolutely perfect for those long days (times where every female can be left feeling a little “unclean”). I always felt that if there was deodorant …

I work in a retail establishment selling shoes, and have worked there for over a year now, and we are “encouraged” to wear the company’s shoes if possible and, I have to admit, these shoes are NOT comfortable by any stretch of the imagination. Might be good cheap shoes …

I have skin that tends to get dry in the winter, and dry skin can sometimes be itchy.
I love to use a bath oil before I dry myself off from the shower. I especially like a spray version, because it goes on more easily and does not spill, and …

About two years ago, my husband and I were window shopping at a Bed, Bath and Beyond shop and found one of those massaging chair pads for $100. We tried it out because they had one to test, and we LOVED it. We were determined to get one for …

I bought this coconut oil to use in a lotion bar. I wanted to make a bar for massage that I could take with me on trips. With a solid bar, you don’t have to worry about anything spilling out into your luggage, and I was planning on using this …

I found out about this great little hair accessory from a friend who was wearing one. She has long hair like me, and likes to wear it up for our hot summers.
She told me it the best pin she had ever used—“ so I bought one. I had to …

The Lifetime Fitness in Orland Park, Illinois is definitely the best place I’ve ever been to work out, to swim, to play basketball, or even get a massage. The question is, however, is it worth the price? Lifetime Fitness is a very large gym. The second floor is a …

Sitting in front of the computer for long hours, often left my eyes feeling quite tired and uncomfortable. The fact that my eyes felt quite strained due to extended work hours, I would often experience severe headaches which almost left me paralyzed for the rest of …

This product was intriguing to me because of the harsh effects I always get from hand soap when washing dishes. I have always worn rubber gloves because of this but lets face it, sometimes it just isn’t convienent to wear gloves everytime you wash dishes. Hand Renewal promises to …

I bought Jade Harmony Professional 3/16-Inch Yoga Mat for $60 online. Here is my review.
It is made of a material that made it hard to break or pop. It is burst-resistant, water-proof and feels soft because it has a soft cushion feel but is not weak when …

Planet Rock is a rock climbing Gym in Michigan. The building is uniquely painted a mix of brown, yellow, and I think purple. For me, it was hard to locate the climbing gym. All the gas stations that I asked directions from didn’t know where it was exactly, but …

I have gained a few pounds, and while cutting out some foods and getting a little more exercise has certainly helped, I have about 15 stubborn pounds that just wouldn’t budge. Before Christmas at my local Walmart a Pharmacist technician suggested I try MetaSlim Ultimate Weight Loss Kit. It …

I am a Pepsodent Costumer since I was a kid. My family always use Pepsodent as Family toothpaste. I guess because the price is economic as well. And it stays in my mind (I guess in any Indonesian Customer), If you thought of a toothpaste, you will think Pepsodent.
I …

I didn’t even know they made stuff like this until a friend of mine told me about a chafing product that she uses on her feet to prevent blisters, because she’s pretty out-doorsy and ends up getting blisters because of her hiking boots. She swears by a chafing gel, …

I use Isopropyl Alcohol for a lot of things especially for my face. I have sensitive skin and can not put any scented lotions or even soap on my face. I have tried numerous facial creams and wash but none has gave me the results that I wanted or …

I am sure most of you know about Herbalife. If you don’t know about the detail of the product, at least you know that Herbalife products are normally use by people who want to lose their weight.
Few years ago, I got an offer from my mother’s friend to try …

From an early age I have had to wear corrective lens. Though I never really got used to glasses, I have been wearing contact lens for many years. In the past I have used extended wear lenses from several different companies with mixed results.
When …

The good news is, there is always a job on campus for those that qualify for work study. The bad news, if you need a job and need one near campus (because you lack a car) work study is the only thing available for you.
I actually …