I have very fair skin and possibly a mild case of lupus, so it is extremely important that I take sun protection seriously. It is not necessary to be a vampire, but I do not want any health problems as a result of enjoying the summer. I normally use the …

I remember, as a teen, staying up late and watching all those Proactive skin care infommercials that promised clear skin in two weeks, and even managed to order myself a set without my mother being any the wiser, and though I didn’t have the discipline to use it as …

While many women who suffer from menopause and yet cant take estrogen or hormone replacement therapy, you may want to contact your md about a homeopathic item called Remifemin. Remifemin contains Black Cohosh which is said to control hot flashes during menopause . For me it works …

I don’t like to spend an arm and a leg for feminine products. That is why I try to stay away from name brands as much as possible. One tampon that I used for years was the Equate brand super plus absorbency tampons. These are really good tampons for …

About 1 year ago, I broke my leg. Still trying to relive the glory of my youth, I overstretched while playing football and was caught with a tackle leading to a double leg break. My recovery has been sore and arduous and hasn’t been aided by my …

So I kept seeing ads on television for this great weight loss product called Alli. One that even included a pharmacist to lost weight using this pill. I waited a while to try it because I heard that the pill had some rather nasty side affects. I did however …

I recently bought a raffle ticket at charity event to help the needy. I never win at these sorts of things but the money was going for a good cause so really never expected to hear anything. A couple weeks later I received a letter along with a package …

If you want to talk about a product that claims to do a little bit of everything from treating arthritis pains to treating athletes foot than the Absorbine Jr. Original Pain Relieving Liquid is the thing to talk about. I actually ran across this product purely by accident. I …

Natalbes Prenatal/Postpartum vitamin and mineral supplement is an excellent (and cheaper) alternative to taking pre natal vitamins. I discovered this brand when I was searching for the best pre natal vitamins for me because a lot of those in the market makes me very constipated. When I searched …

I used to use just plain soap and water to remove makeup, but it got so tiresome and my face would end up drying out. I started buying Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads to take off my waterproof mascara and such much more effectively.
It came in a …

Neutrogena Advancedsolutions Complete Acne Therapy System is another one of those kits that is supposed to cure your acne. Honestly I have yet to find a full kit that I could give a ten. Usually I find half of the kit works and the other half of it doesn’t. …

I saw this product once when I was browsing the aisle with shelves containing different household items in my favorite supermarket. I was just passing the time so I had the luxury of checking most of the items there and scouting for new things that I really need at …

I try to pamper my feet. Being diabetic, it is important that I keep them in good health, and being a fibromyalgia patient, they are just as prone to pain and problems as the rest of me, so I treat them as well as I can. I found this spray …

When I bought a new pair of walking shoes, with every intention of walking daily for exercise, I was quickly knocked out of commission for a week while waiting for a blister on my toe to heal. It was very disheartening. I had some anti-chafing stick which I had used, …

Nivea Deep Pore Control Cleansing Foam is a facial wash which can clean the face from all the dirt and grime you’ve been getting all day. I was a bit hesitant to buy commercial brands because they are not only expensive, but they cause my skin to dry, too. …

I have been a contact lens wearer for about ten years and I’ve tried almost all brands of contact lens solution. Until one day my eyes somewhat felt uncomfortable and irritated with the contact lens solution that I’ve tried because the optical shop ran out of stock of …

I have heard many people talking about Peppermint Oil before and how it is good to relieve the feeling of being bloated or gassy. It also helps to relieve nausea and helps you burp.
I went to the pharmacy and got a bottle of Peppermint Oil one day because I …

I am constantly on the look-out for easy ways to give my teeth a whitening boost. I’m not into the hassle of going out of my way to see that they get to a degree of pristine, movie-star white, but I do appreciate a little boost. Actually, …

Sometimes I do foolish things. I am an intelligent person who can read labels, but occasionally I just don’t think. When I was telling a friend of my mother’s about my weight loss efforts and products I had tried which didn’t really work, we got onto the subject of …

After I suffered a serious allergic reaction that affected my entire body, I struggled with clearing a dry, sensitive condition of my facial skin for several weeks.
My usual facial cleaner is Noxema and I am loyal to it—“ but with this dry, burning rash, the mentholated cream …

I remember the first time I saw a commercial for Airborne and thought that it was a very good idea because the commercials and the news kept saying it was created by a school teacher who was sick of always getting sick from their students when they had a cold. …

One of the things I like about coming back to live in Europe is the good food. Brussels especially is a haven for dining as there are plenty of restaurants, brasseries and cafes to choose from. On the downside, everyone in my family seems to be gaining weight …

The Germ Guardian Plug-in UV-C Air Sanitizer was another one of those expensive impluse buys that I couldn’t really rationalize and, to this day, am not even entirely sure it did anything beneficial. But, I’m a sucker for strange or bizarre products that claim to be good for the …

About two summers ago, I was outside on one of the hottest day of the year and forgot to put on some sunscreen. I know…stupid, but I really didn’t expect to be out there that long and thought it wouldn’t cause that much damage.
Oh boy. Was I ever wrong.
I …

The supplement folic acid is usually associated with women taking them while there are pregnant to reduce the chances of birth defects in their unborn child. I am not pregnant and I do not intend of becoming pregnant any time soon, but I started taking this supplement six …

A neighbor who was moving had a yard sale, and in it she offered this little model of air purifier, which had never even been used. She didn’t have room for it, she said—“ it had come as a free gift with another offer. She sold it to me …

In the winter seasons and also in the rainy seasons most of us have the common problem that is sneezing, itchy eyes, which causes water in the eyes, and sore throat etc. My sister who is 18 years old had all these above said problems. My sister …

I have tried the Brand’s Chicken Essence before and I always get it when I am feeling low in energy as it always works me energizing me. But recently Brand’s have added a lot of new and interesting Essences to their line of health products.
I decided to try the …

I have long had a love for handmade soaps. My mother does not share this interest, as she prefers liquid body washes. I normally use liquid products in the winter when my skin tends to be very dry. In the summer, I can get away with whatever cleanser I want …

I am all into natural products that are easy on the environment and on my body. I came across this new type of toothpaste called Sunrider Sunsmile Natural Toothpaste. Since it is all natural, I figured that I would give it a try and see how it worked out …

My youngest son was prescribed Stiefel Physiogel AI Lotion by a dermatologist. He had red bumps all over the skin with itchiness. The antihistamine medicine was not sufficient to solve the problem. His body was looking quite terrible at that time.

I bought one pack of this lotion and was …

There’s a plethora of lip balms out there, claiming to do all sorts of things. Carmex is one brand that keeps it simple. The slogan for Carmex is “It Soothes, It Heals, It Protects.”, and it really does. I’ve always had trouble with chapped lips and only one lip …

Health is wealth. It is important as part of your daily regimen to exercise. Sometimes, jogging is the easiest however eventually it gets boring and you loose interest. I’ve read it in Men’s Health magazine that your exercise should not be something boring otherwise you will loose interest in …

One of the worst peel off facial masks I have ever used was the Queen Helene Grape Seed Extract Peel Off Masque. It did not peel off my skin and face easily at all. I had to wash it off, but I will say it did make my skin …

Usually the time I work out and try to get in shape is during the spring, before summer hits and it’s time to put on a swim suit. I do some weight training, Pilates, and walking mostly, nothing too heavy or intense. I had seen other …

The pain in my knees had become an on and off affair in my life. Whenever the pain surfaced- it would make life just miserable. I would find it hard to even walk a few steps or sit comfortably on my knees. After seeing my plight- my mother suggested …

I bought this product not only for its functionality, but its sleek look. My mother is elderly and does not see well, and whenever she would wash her hands with the hand soap in the kitchen, she would manage to spill it everywhere. This pump solved the problem, …

I think this is the first instance in which I’ve seen a cough drop refered to as a candy. I’ve long not been a fan of cough drops because I hate the medicinal aftertaste and, sometimes, if I have the time and inclination, I’ve prefered a nice cup of …

Cold and sore throat during pregnancy can be one of the most horific experience in the early stage of pregnancy. I had sore throat and repeated vomiting that made be weak and sick in a day to the point of giddiness. My Low blood pressure in pregnancy …

If you want a cheap lozenge for a sore throat, then the Fisherman’s Friend Cough Suppressant Lozenges Menthol for $2.99 is definitely the one. It comes with 38 lozenges in a nice tin case, and the lozenges are easy to get to without all that unnecessary unwrapping or popping …

I LOVE my Clarisonic. Its like a battery powered toothbrush but for your face. Forget all those cleansing brushes that are a rotating buff-puff. This is a much better system. Oscillating, nylon soft bristles that are resistant to bacteria, gently turn back and forth removing all …

I have turned on so many people to the Burt’s Bees product line because I’ve used and loved their products for years now. I started using them in my twenties when I happened to pick up some lip balm at a convenience store, and I haven’t looked back yet. …

In my attempt to lose the 22 pounds I gained from multi vitamin, multi fiber and multi mineral I turned myself in to an exerciser. I have struggled to gain weight all my life and while I am not able to reap most of the vitamins I should gain …

I’ve never really considered an air purifier before until I had made a big move in my life and changed states and was now totally in a new place, a new home, a new environment and climate. It was a little much for my body for a while and …

When I was shopping in Rite Aid one day, I saw that they had their brand of bubble bath on sale. Since I take a hot bath nearly every night to help treat fibromyalgia symptoms, I keep plenty of various bath additives on hand, including bubble bath—“ which I use …

I recently picked this shower gel up a few weeks ago while shopping in Bath and Body Works. At the time, I really was not looking for anything in particular. While browsing through the store, I noticed that some of their shower gels were on sale and …

I have been suffering from a backache for quite a few years now. The fact that my backache resurfaces at regular intervals, I am required to take special care of my back to prevent the reoccurrence of the pain. Moreover, since my work routine requires me to sit …

I got this play mat because it was only $21 and most play mats are closer to $50. We needed something to take in the car to bring to Grandma’s house. I really should have saved my money. Let me tell you that the …

Not so long ago, I forked out about £5 to treat myself to what I thought would be a decent foot file from Scholl, a brand that specializes in foot care and I found it hard work to use. I would get an aching arm from trying to …

I am a huge lover of all things with tea tree oil, and I also happen to have combination skin that really can be a pain, especially at certain times of the month.
I was shopping in a natural food store when I happened to see this product and …