I have had a low thyroid problem since my teens. Although I do take medication for the condition, I still have periods where I just have no energy, and they seem to coincide with some symptoms that would suggest a low thyroid level. However, since my blood tests generally are …

I try to try as many natural soaps as I can, as I get dry skin every time I use a soap with anything resembling a harsh detergent in it. The newest soap I have tried has been the Adovia Dead Sea Mud Soap, and while it does seem …

I always loved collecting different products that would help me maintain my health and beauty in a rather simple and effective manner—“ right in the comfort of my home. Though I loved experimenting with any new kind of products available in the market- I always preferred those which were …

Not too long ago, I had tried some alcohol wipes from Walgreens that I really liked and found especially useful for cleaning keyboards and keeping things germ free when I was at work. I used to keep it on my desk at work and it would be gone in …

If you have cracking, dry, itchy feet or elbows, this cream is your answer! Seriously! I have never been able to find anything that works for my cracked, dry heels. Then one day, I spotted this Foot Cream at Wal Mart. It is the Norwegian Formula by Neutrogena. I …

Medimix , a medicated neem soap , very healthy and cheap scure for acnes and pimples. My skin is a bit oily and thus very prone to pimples and acnes .I consulted many doctors and skin specialist and tried various products recommended by them. Most of them worked …

When I sprained my wrist while doing some repair work in the house, I was very worried that it would not heal quickly. I have fibromyalgia, and was concerned that the swollen joint would somehow set off a pain cycle that would get out of control. I was given anti-inflammatory …

My work required me to be on my feet for most of the day. By the end of the day my feet would start hurting because of severe pain. Though I tried massaging in some pain relief creams and treated my aching foot with hot compresses to get some …

If you are tired of having stained teeth like I was buy the Colgate Motion toothbrush, it is absolutely fantastic. I had been researching battery-operated toothbrushes and was astounded at some of the prices, then my Dentist told me about the Colgate Motion. He said it was as good …

I have always loved shea butter in other products, so a shea butter shampoo seemed like a novel idea. I have been trying out different sulfate free shampoos lately, since I learned that the sulfates can fade hair color and also irritate the scalp, causing hair loss for some. My …

This is a fantastic first aid ointment! I took a tube of this stuff with me when I went camping with my husband and friends, and before the week was out, I actually had people I didn’t even know (it was a huge renaissance festival campout) coming up to …

I am an avid fan of Gillette razors for years. So when it came out with Gillette Sensor Excel, I can’t wait to try it out. I bought it for $50 from Amazon because it has the best price, and I was not wrong about it.
I like this product …

I had never had any sign of allergies or ear infections in my 45 years of life. Then I moved to the allergy capital of the world, also known as Knoxville, Tennessee. I also worked in a historical building for two years, which may have had fungus …

As the name suggests, Myra E is a brand of Vitamin E capsules sold here in the Philippines. The softgel capsule is small enough to swallow. I take this for my skin to look better. I have a mild eczema and occasional breakouts which makes me very insecure about …

Now that I am not young anymore, I have been dealing with calloused and cracked feet. I would get some pretty good cracks on my feet that would really hurt. I was clueless when it came to foot care. I asked my doctor and she recommended …

I am not really a fan of sanitary napkins, because I have always had a bad experience with them in the past. I am an exclusive tampon user and have been one for the past 8 years. Because of my body shape and heavy flow pads don’t usually work …

I had heard about Budokon from the news and magazines and thought that I would give it a try. Budokon combines martial arts and yoga into one intense workout. In this tape, for the first few minutes, you warm up, then spend about 20-25 minutes doing yoga, then spend …

I’m ashamed to admit that when I was a kid, I had bad breath. My mom told me to use the Forever Living Toothgel, and just a few days of using it as a toothpaste, the bad breath was gone. I think it was halitosis, I just didn’t know …

I used to have a very slim figure but when I got married and had endless dinner dates with my husband, my weight gain was out of control!! My husband won’t mind, but a nice and slim figure is really important to me. I enrolled to the …

I decided to purchase this product after receiving a lot of positive feedback about it from my friends and family members. Because this product was so affordable (about $2), initially I was very skeptical about how well it would work. My hair is naturally very dry …

In order to give my home gym that complete look, I added a suspension punching bag right in the middle of the gym and this is what I like to call my stress outlet focal point.
The suspension belts are very long and I had an easy time assembling the …

I started losing volume in my hair noticeably in my late thirties. By forty, I hated my thinning hair. What was once a luxurious mane now required careful brushing and styling with a mirror to be sure none of my scalp was showing in the back. It is …

Oh what I wouldn’t give to relax a little, I mean I have literally spend countless hours looking for products that are soothing, and conducive to stress relief and restorative health and well being. At this point, I should have a PHD in TLC if you …

I have a scar (keloid) on my right knee. I got it when I was a kid. I’ve tried a lot of products to if not vanish it, minimize it even just a little so I’d be confident wearing mini skirts and shorts.
I’ve read about this product and its …

The winter time isn’t my friend what so ever. I mean whenever I get done washing my hands and leave my house, talk about cracking! They become really dry and they crack badly. When it comes to lotion I need something that isn’t too think but it’s watery at …

This is a shave gel that I’ve only found at the Dollar Tree. I thought that I’d give it a try because when I shave, a lot of times I’ll end up cutting myself here and there and have to wait around until the cuts stop bleeding so that …

I’ve had a problem with hemorrhoids since I was young. I think everyone in my family has had them at one time or another. On some occasions, they are quite painful. Other times they just itch like mad. For external ones that are painful, I waste no time—“ …

When I first saw this product on the shelf, it seemed like a really neat idea, and on impulse I bought a box. They are not much more expensive than the regular tissues, and although I am more of a Puffs fan, Kleenex brand is sort of the gold …

I got a complete pampering kit of Ooh La Spa from my brother. It includes a 250 ml tube of body wash, a 200 ml body butter, and a 180 ml cologne. Every time my brother and sister-in-law would vacation here, I always notice their distinct smell, …

I do not like to use maxi pads often, but find that they can be very useful sometimes. I purchased some Smart Sense Maxi Pads Super Absorbency, hoping they would be a good back up to my tampon. I hate the way tampons sit and they sometime allow leakage …

To save some money, I decided to try a home tooth whitening product rather than have mine whitened professionally. Crest White Strips seemed to be the most popular so I decided to start out with the original kit.
On first applying them I found they were a …

As you can see, this is the generic version of Macrodantin Macrocrystals capsule for urinary tract infection. I was really amazed when I purchased this one from a local store and see that they have the very same color of capsules. Both are encapsulated in yellow and orange packaging. …

When I was recently browsing the Primal Elements site looking for seasonal soaps and new items, I came across a soap I simply could not resist. Primal Elements makes beautiful loaf soaps with amazing inset designs, that are cut into slices to produce a work of art in soap making. …

I admit that I’m not one of those women blessed with beautiful nails. This sometimes felt quiet discouraging and I would secretly envy whenever I saw anyone with beautiful looking nails. Though I did try revving my nails through regular manicures and various moisturizing creams, their effect seemed quiet …

Tiring feet had always made me very uncomfortable and proved to be a great barrier in my daily chores. Although using my reflexology socks did give me great relief, I would sometimes find it difficult to use them —“ especially if I was exhausted and tired. But when I …

I have been a loyal fan of Desert Essence ever since discovering their wonderful Tea Tree oils. Since then, I have tried several of their other products and generally like them all. I like to try all natural products. Since I spend a lot of time bathing (morning shower and …

I really don’t like the smell of citronella. My mother used to have those candles all over our patio and porches and it just stunk to high heaven and I couldn’t imagine that it would deter the bugs. More like it would deter your guests from wanting to sit …

Keeping my skin clean and dirt free has perhaps been one of my primary concerns and I always tried using uncomplicated and trouble free aids to help me achieve this end. Though I always tried keeping my skin using different types of skin care products (scrubs, face washes, …

I take a hot bath every night because it helps with the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia. I often use mineral salts for their healing properties, and bath oils and bombs if my skin is dry, especially in the winter. In the summer when my skin is oilier, I like to …

In order to relax after a long and stressful day, I light an essential oil mixed with water in a simmering pot. I love the lavender scent because it truly relaxes me especially after a spent in the office trying to deal with deadlines. I dim the lights and …

I babysit for my neighbor when she has to leave town on work related trips, and one weekend when her young son was with me, we went shopping at the natural food store so I could pick up a few things for the house. He seemed bored and I thought …

I am a bath product fanatic, and this was one of the first Lush products I ever used. The brand had been recommended by other bath fanatics. I don’t know why it took me so long to getting around to trying a few of their products, but I am …

I was riding along with my partner on a business trip, when a filling broke right out of my tooth.
I was horrified as this had never happened to me before. I tried to make do without treating it until I could get back to the dentist when we got home, …

I had high hopes for the Rapid White tooth whitener. It cost £30 and with its little hand held device which emits ultra violet light, it looked like a more professional option to the various toothpastes, gels and rinses I’ve tried in the past. So I paid the £30 …

I knew I needed to start exercising. My parents were telling me and obviously, my body was telling me. So, one day, I was chatting with a friend who told me she started yoga. She told me she loved it and learned on her own. I was instantly interested. …

I am a person with constant aches and pains, always have been since I was young. My family normally told me to use Bengay, a pain-relieving cream, but after a few years, it became ineffective. I had thought that I had no hopes for my stubborn aches, but eventually, …

I love to use massage as a way to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, and my partner is kind enough to help me by acting as my masseuse. I also love to reciprocate, and we have a lot of fun picking out new and different products to use for the …

I love the Tropical Coconut Foot Works bundle from Avon. It has helped my feet so much. I am no longer embarrassed to wear sandals as I know my feet look great.
I have always had rough heels that cracked really deep. They just looked nasty. …

Even though my kids think they are too old now to take vitamins I still insist that they take one every day and I still think they secretly like to take them because they are usually fun to take and come in funny shapes and taste really good too …

HoMedics Spa Bathmat Bubble Massager BMAT-1. The name of this product pretty much says it all: it is a mat-style massager that you use in your bath tub that makes bubbles.
The massager requires some minimal assembly, but it is easy to set up. First, you dampen the bath tub …