I like to use natural lip balms. I have found that they work better than the cheap petroleum based ones which I used for many years. “Un-Petroleum” caught my eye when I was shopping, and it was almost as cheaply priced as the petroleum cheapies. The tube’s appearance reminded me …

When I switched from using Clairol hair color kits to Loreal, I really missed the little conditioner tubes that came with the Clairol kits. I did not realize at the time that you could buy them separately, so I was trying to find something similar to use to replace them. …

My child was born by C-section, and while my scar isn’t like the kind my mother sports from when I was born (they used to hack away at people, it looks like!), I still hated the scar because it was a rose-red in color and was raised to the …

I am a big supporter of products that are simple, natural, and not tested on animals. Although I am guilty of using products that do not fit the above description too, I still appreciate the efforts of the makers. I’ve always liked Burt’s Bees products. I use …

A favorite hobby of mine is trying out products from other countries, especially bath products and soaps. I have a friend in the UK who sends me treats from the British bath shoppes, but sometimes I find a nice import all on my own.
Such is the case …

Because I live a very active lifestyle, I know the importance of wearing sunscreen and other skin protectors. Lately it has been extremely hot where I live and I ended up becoming very sun burned after a recent fishing trip despite the fact that I was wearing sunscreen. …

I don’t often buy Tom’s of Maine anymore, but I know they have great toothpaste and are widely available. I recently decided to go back to the good old days and buy some Tom’s of Maine peppermint toothpaste as my recent toothpaste purchase.
The peppermint flavor is a strong …

A clean and healthy looking skin has always remained my top priority. In spite of my hectic schedules and a time strained life- I always made it a point to take care of my skin at home on a regular basis. For this I just loved experimenting with some …

As a thank you gift for helping a couple of friends redecorate their home, I received a nice little box of Upper Canada bath truffles. This is an adorable little set of six bath fizzies made to look like real truffles, with little chocolate swirls on top. The scents …

I have thinning hair on the top and crown of my head. I have used every anti-thinning and volume boosting product out there, including a couple of powders that I got mixed results with.
When I went out of town for a weekend, I did not pack any volume …

I’ve been to a number of opticians over the years, some good, some not so good. I have no complaint about the actual eye examination I had today, but the system left me feeling like I’d been processed like a piece of meat.
To start, you are sent to sit …

NO-xplode is a pre-workout supplement or stimulant that enables one to fully drive themselves to workout at their fullest potential. This is by far one of the greatest supplements on the market. It is the only weightlifting product that I bought into the hype and for good reason: it …

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 …

Flossing is something that I have really gotten into lately. I like to use the basic Johnson and Johnson floss, but don’t think it is appropriate unless I am in the privacy of my own home. I want my teeth to be healthy and clean throughout the day and …

Many people are not aware that diphenhydramine hydrochloride is a medication used both for allergies, and insomnia. Benadryl and Unisom have the same medication in them, and can easily be used interchangeably. When I had an allergy attack while visiting some relatives, I had neglected to take along anything …

This is the rubbing alcohol I’ve been using at the moment. I bought it from a shopping trip to the grocery store some time ago. I like to switch between hand sanitizers and rubbing alcohols from time to time, depending on the occasion. Lately, I find …

From time to time, I use Salonpas Pain Relieving Patch on my tired aching muscles. Most of the time, I use it when I have stiff neck. This product comes in a small rectangular white patch. It looks pretty clean. It is a good muscle pain reliever. It is …

I am officially over forty now, and I am looking for skin products that can help with the effects of aging. I was needing a small bottle of lotion for my purse, so that I could use it during the day on a trip where I was going to be …

I love the Earth Therapeutics line of tea tree oil products for the feet. I have used almost all of their products. Before a trip to Savannah, I happened to see these foot wipes on the shelf, and bought some to carry with me on the journey.
Savannah always involves a …

When I saw this very unusual fragrance at a friend’s house, I was very intrigued, because I am a frequent shopper at Bath and Body Works, but never saw this fragrance at all in the stores. My friend was actually packing to move, and I happened to see the …

I’ve heard a lot of hype about the benefits of acai berries in your diet as a supplement. I had taken some acai supplements about two years ago, and they worked very well, though the results were subtle, but then couldn’t find them again after that. Then, it seemed …

Living here in southern Africa is much better than in West Africa. I usually find most of the things I need in the local shops unlike over there in that other side of the continent. However, there are some things which are not readily available locally and if they …

I color my hair regularly at home. A few months ago, I bought a new brand of hair color to try, and had a horrible reaction to it. (And yes, I did do the patch test beforehand—“ and passed!) My scalp itched like crazy, and I started to get little …

WaterRower is a water resistance rowing simulator. Its patented WaterFlywheel is designed to closely reproduce the dynamics of rowing a boat. The machine has a water tank with paddles in it; when you pull on the handle, the paddles’ movement through the water is what provides the resistance. This …

I’m always open to trying therapeutic alternatives for pain relief, aside from the usual topical liniments and aromatic massage oils. It seems muscle pains get accustomed to the same pain-killing method, that it loses efficacy after long-term use. A new therapy for pain relief I discovered from …

I take a hot bath nearly every night to help treat fibromyalgia symptoms. I normally use bath salts, as the minerals are beneficial to the condition and to general health, but sometimes I like to use a bubble bath instead, just for fun.
I was reading an article about …

Always Ultra are generally a very good brand of sanitary towel as they have pretty advanced technology to keep you fresh and comfortable, thinking of everything. I tend to buy the long ones for extra protection to use along with tampons as my flow is heavy for the …

When I was having some serious hip and lower back pain, I was sent to physical therapy. One of the things used for me there was a TENS unit. (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)
Although it felt a bit strange at first, having sticky electrode pads on my back, then getting “zapped” …

I have come to the conclusion that using mouthwash is one of the best ways to keep my mouth clean and healthy. I have not always enjoyed using mouthwash because most of them seem too intense; I have come to find out that they are not all that way. …

Walking all the time, moving back and forth and so many other movements have finally taken their toll on my heels. They are quite dry and cracked. Even though I put some lotion on them when I remember to do so, it does not seem enough. I would still …

I like to indulge in some outdoor activities on some days and one of the things I like doing the most is playing tennis. I remember when I was a little girl my sister and I would go down to the local park where there was a tennis court …

I am not a huge fan of disposable razors but when the blades for my regular razor became too expensive to buy, I bought Bic Comfort 3 Advance Razors in a six pack. I have always liked bic disposable razors as I find that unlike the dollar store ones …

Nature’s Bounty V Power is a great over the counter medicine. It has a lot different natural supplements and extracts in it. After time with hectic schedules, it can be difficult to always be in aroused and in the mood. Nature’s Bounty V Power offers a …

I, like many women, get fed up with the symptoms associated with the onset of my monthly period. Sometimes it starts a few days before, sometimes up to a couple of weeks before the period starts. This can ruin half a month! I have been fortunate that I normally only …

I have to use super strong sun block products in the summer due to my fair skin and the possibility of mild lupus. I have been looking into using more natural products, since I spend so much time wearing them and they cover large areas of skin. I prefer …

Considering this whitening toothpaste is for daily use, rather than to be used as an intensive treatment, I think this is very good. Now, I must point out that, for my sins, I am a heavy smoker and I am also a coffee addict. I am working …

Last year I found out I was pregnant and was looking for a Obgyn. I was looking through the yellow pages and saw a big ad from Crown Medical Group. So i called them up and made my first appointment with them. When I had went I was really …

Few years ago, i never really paid attention to my teeth as much as I am now. Few years ago, I may not fully understand the importance of flossing your teeth regularly. I always thought brushing the teeth and had some mouthwash would be sufficient to keep dental problems …

I don’t watch a lot of television. I’m just too busy. But I have started to watch Dr. Oz. Much to my surprise it is not only very educational and the doc is comical and disarming, but I really do learn things I never knew. And what I have applied …

I was first turned on to these when I stayed at my Uncle’s Condo for a few weeks. We had to do a major cleaning before we left and I found a container of wipes in with the cleaning supplies. And to my surprise that was all they had. …

Mealtimes have not been my favorite times to nourish my body lately because my digestive system has been completely off. Recently, I went to my local herbal shop and purchased the Traditional Medicinals Organic Peppermint Eater’s Digest Herbal Tea to see if that would help me and so far, …

I recently started taking the diet pill Alli to help me loose some excess weight. As part of the recommended guidelines in the diet program, users are asked to take a multivitamin once a day to replenish some of the nutrients that might be lost or blocked due …

Bath and Body Works is one of my favorite brands of scented products. I spend tons of money at their stores at least twice a year when they have their clearance sales.
I came across a bottle of the Eucalyptus Spearmint massage oil last year, which I had not seen …

Now, a little bit of description. The tube and the package are green in color, with green waves, and a picture of mint leaves on the right.
Betadent Total Action is very good tooth paste. It is of pretty high quality, and it is producing a very good effect …

I have combination skin that is dry in the winter months and oily and acne prone in the summer. I had been fighting with a lot of pimple breakouts for a month or so before finally resorting to a “harsh chemical” to help get rid of them. This chemical is …

An aching body had always been my problem since ages —“ because of this problem, I always tried looking for new innovative ways of relieving me of my pain. On one such occasion I have to set my eyes on Verseo Air Pressure Belt. This air pressure belt wrapped …

Fitness First is the biggest chain of gyms in the Philippines and possibly world-wide. There is a reason for this. For one, each facility is equipped with the best machines. There are so many cardiovascular equipment such that even during peak hours, there will be a machine available for …

I have been a big fan of Aura Cacia since the very first time I tried one of their products. I love their bath products, and I have used quite a few of them. When I tried a little sample pack of some bath salts in the “Heart Song” scent, …

I think every household should have a bottle of TCP Liquid Antiseptic which has a multitude of uses and I cannot really think of a strong enough equivalent. Since I was a kid, this is the first thing I have reached for (or my mum reached for) to …

Have you ever had trouble keeping a bandage in place? Sometimes cuts and scrapes happen in the worst possible place such as the crook of a finger, or in the bend of your arm or leg and it’s hard to get a bandage to stay in place. Especially if …