Remember back in the day? When we were kids, and Hoola Hoops were all the rage. Remember all the fun we had? Do you think you are to old to master the Hoola Hoop today? If you answered yes. You are wrong. You are only as old as you …

Due to all of the snow storms we’ve been having in New York, I’ve been forced to stay home most of the time, and just go online on the computer or watch TV. During this time, I was attracted by a few infomercials, that were luring me to purchase …

The Gaiam Health Solutions Sleep kit contains a resistant cord, a small, more like tiny, pillow, 2 essential oil blends (AM and PM), an aromatherapy guide and a video. The band and the pillow are used as props for some of the exercises in the video. I purchased my …

When I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed, it was an oral health nightmare. The tooth had a large infected cyst around it, the tooth was very difficult to remove, and the surgery left me with severe nerve damage to the side of my lip and face for many …

I have thinning hair, and after learning that some of the chemicals used in mainstream hair products can contribute to scalp problems and thinning hair, I decided to try out some of the natural ones. I tried Kiss My Face first, since I had recently really liked one of their …

When I decided to put some gold highlights into my brown hair, I wanted them to stay nice. I asked the hairstylist if there was a product that would preserve them, and she actually suggested this natural product from Shikai, which surprised me because they do not carry this in …

Time and again I give hand sanitizers a shot. But my default choice will always be rubbing alcohols. A recent scare, though nothing seriously epidemic, led me back to using alcohols again after an eye infection. I have this mannerism of rubbing my eyes while typing …

Landice L7 LTD Treadmill With Pro Sports Trainer is a sort of an odd ball among treadmills. Priced at $3,000, it is a bit too expensive to be bought for home use, and yet it’s not sturdy enough for commercial use in a gym. According to the manufacturer, it …

With the A(H1N1) virus spreading like wildfire, threatening our health on a daily basis, I suppose it’s easier these days to practice cleaning rituals that help us stay safe, not sorry. I’ve luckily developed an obsession with hand washing, scrubbing twenty seconds with soap before washing it off completely …

Deodorant is one of those things I simply can’t do without. Take away my shampoo and I might complain, take away my toothpaste and I’ll probably throw a fit, but take away my deodorant and you’ll have a full scale revolt on your hands. I no longer have the …

My thronging migraines left me feeling weak and helpless every time I experienced it. The severe head ache not only left me feeling physically tired and dull but my mental state would also be disturbed. I would get irritated and start throwing tantrums for no reason. Though I did …

Charmin Ultra Soft Toilet paper is by far the best toilet paper I have ever used. This toilet paper lives up to its name. You don’t have to worry about getting a rash or soreness after each use. I always make sure to keep stock, especially when I’m having …

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 …

There are a few things I have tried in life that just didn’t work out for me. Someone well meaning gave me this neti pot because I complained of sinus problems. According to them, this would solve them forever.
This was my first and only neti pot, so I …

I’ve been taking birth control ever since junior high. Not for preventing pregnancy, but for painful periods. I had my first ovarian cyst in the 7th grade, I’ve had periods that last up to 3 months, and taken almost every birth control to help the pain and excessive bleeding. …

Matrix Biolage Shampoo is one very good product which works well to reduce and remove dandruff from the scalp. I had been suffering from dandruff problem for quite some time and had tried all kind of products which never was effective on them but it did intensify my hair …

A friend of mine who is addicted to fat burners from soap, supplements to apparatus introduced me to Burn 8. She wants to have company in trying this out because it is not only for fat burning but it is also an appetite suppressant that claims to be the …

I have had fibromyalgia since I was in my late teens. The condition causes chronic pain and for me, muscle spasms and cramps. I have found that a nightly hot bath helps me more than anything, so I have made it part of my daily routine. It has literally changed …

There are several brands of cleansing bars marketed to women that have been long time favorites of mine. One of the brands near the top of my list is Caress. It has been around for years, and the quality and consistency of the brand is excellent.
I …

I bought this product just for fun. I had never seen anything like it, and I had been trying out different types of deodorants, looking for one that was aluminum free, since learning of the risks associated with aluminum products.
This contained zinc ricinoleate, chamomile, potassium alum, phenoxyethanol, estratetaenol, and alcohol. …

There are a few products on the market that fall far below standard. Generally, I think of facial tissue as a health aid. I normally use it for a cold, allergy, or watering eyes. For all of these things, I want a product that is effective, strong, gentle, and affordable.
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Lotion can be very important in the healing process of a new tattoo, and a bottle of “Tattoo Goo: Aftercare Lotion” was included in the free aftercare kit when I got my first tattoo. Of course, I tried it out! It works wonderfully for what it sets out to …

I have been using topical pain relief formulas for years to treat fibromyalgia pain. I sometimes make my own, or add ingredients to existing products. One ingredient that is a staple in these kinds of formulas is eucalyptus oil. When I was looking to restock some essential oils for …

I was looking for a dual power hairdryer and flatiron to take with me on my trip to the UK. I have an InStyler which I generally use at home but it is larger and not dual powered. I was impressed that this one had ceramic plates and …

I have always shaved using standard disposable razors. When my mom saw this product on a TV ad, she decided to get it for me as a gift. It is relatively inexpensive, and it came with a free manicure kit, which my mom kept for herself as I …

The problem of my acne had become an on and off affair in my life. They would appear in their accordance and would also disappear according to their will after treating them with medication. The main problem would arise when these pimples appeared on the wrong time - …

The Crux is the name of the cough syrup, which I am using. The crux cough syrup is really something very special for me because, it is completely herbal medicine, which is taken to cure the cough and also to cure the cold infection. This medicine is …

I bought a tube of this Equate cream at Walmart, when I was not near home and really needed something to help my back, which had been aching from all the walking I had done on a day trip. The cream is a generic version based on the …

This review is for a lovely little green box of facial tissues that are a must have for me when I have a cold. Puffs Plus is not only the softest tissue ever, but with the lotion and the Vicks scent added, they are perfect for cold and flu …

Catwalk Headshot Heavenly Hydrating shampoo is one of many brands my hairstylist has talked me into trying. Usually, she lures me with a new nicely fragranced product, because she knows I am a sucker for something that smells good, whether it works or not. She must also know …

I have a friend in England who sends me care packages filled with things I cannot find here. When cold season rolled around, we somehow got into a discussion about cough drops (or cough sweets, as they call them) and lozenges that we remember growing up. The mention of …

It is said that the amount of soap used by a community is fairly equal to the civilization rate that community enjoys. Meaning, the less soap we use, the more barbaric we look. I have always wanted a nice smelling soap, …

By far, the easiest and SAFEST way to exercise would have to be using the OxyCycle. This isn’t a typical exercise bike that you sit on. You need to supply your own chair (couch, bed, etc.) The OxyCycle is basically just motorized pedals that allow you …

Price: about €3.90 or $6.00 in Eastern Europe.
Package: 150ml spray.
I have just returned from my vacation, and now want to share my impressions of Beiersdorf AG FussFrisch antiperspirant. I have bought this foot spray, hoping that it will help me during hot summer days. On my vacation I’ve spent a …

For the past few weeks I was suffering from this terrible puss formation on my face, I used various face wash and acne creams to cure it but the problem was some thing internal as the acne just didn’t get cured , I consulted a local physician who told …

Aura Cacia is a fun and healthy company that makes amazing bath products. A friend of mine had been shopping and picked up several varieties of their mineral bath packets and wanted to share a few with me—“ we both have fibromyalgia and our nightly hot bath regimen is something …

Lemon grass and tea tree are two of my favorite natural smells, so when I saw that Nubian heritage had a soap that showcased both of them, I had to have a bar. I have used a few of their other soaps and really liked the nice, natural recipes and …

The one word review for this product would be—“ wow! This is a very unique primer and I am glad I spent the extra money to try it out. I had become unhappy with the pores close to my nose. They started to look large and makeup was starting to …

Vitality Mineral Complex with Calcium is another one of those supplements that you can not buy in the store. It is sold by Mellaluca who are on the cutting edge of vitamin technology. The technology they use in this compliment is called Property Fructose Compounding. Basically that means that …

HoMedics Foot Pro Ultra Foot Massager AK-3 is an electrical device that massages your feet with infrared heat. The massager is easy to use, all you do is sit down on a chair, place the device in front of you, plug it in and put your feet on the …

I know that hemp is suppose to be one of those things that are suppose to be like a great super food. They are really high in protein, loaded with essential fatty acids and minerals. So, I started buying some and purchased Nutiva Organic Shelled Hemp Seeds.
The hemp …

I use lotion pretty much daily because it keeps my skin smooth and silky, and also because I love the various scents that can be found. I like to try new lotions when they come out, or when I run across them, because some always work better than …

Having to put on make —“ up for most of the day, sometimes prove to be harmful for my skin. Since it becomes vital for me to remove it completely before retiring to bed in order to help my skin breathe, my odd hour jobs sometimes makes me feel …

I bought this face mask at Walgreens after reading so many positive reviews about them. It’s actually pretty hard to find since it took me a couple of trips to actually buy it, it gets out of stock really fast. This mask costs a little over $4 which is …

When I am suffering from mild PMS symptoms, I normally have a few products on hand to help take care of them. One product that I have used for years is the Premsyn PMS formula, which contains acetaminophen for pain, and the diuretics pamabrom and pyrilamine maleate to treat the …

I have been using Althea contraceptive pills for more than two years now and I can say that this contraceptive pill is very effective, not only in decreasing my fertility, it also helps eliminate dysmenorrhea or painful menstruation.
Before I started using this, I first checked if I was pregnant …

I am a regular user of just about every kind of hand soap I can get my hands on. I love to shop in natural product stores, and on my last trip to Fresh Market, I stopped by the health and beauty department and picked up this Pangea Organics hand …

I have used Herbatint in the past, and was attempting to find a more natural, gentler alternative to permanent coloring. I have read that use of darker artificial hair colors can increase lymphoma risk in some people, and since I do not want to be a blonde, I needed a …

I have always had stomach trouble. As a youngster, I would frequently lose some of my dinner via vomiting. As a young person twenty something, I would have to eat right before I went to bed at eleven at night to keep from throwing up. Stress, …

The Nivea Deodorant Extra Whitening is the most amazing deodorant stick I have ever used. I bought my first stick bottle last year and until now I am using the same bottle. That is totally amazing. I love this product for being so economical and friendly to my budget. …