Being a fitness freak I was starting on learning yoga- as I had been quite impressed with the benefits it had to offer. So to start learning yoga I had to get myself a yoga mat —“ which seemed to be the basic requirement for yoga. After much hunting …

I would say that this is a very good product for those wanting to keep their hair dandruff free without getting really dry. I have used this for several years and I must admit I do try other anti dandruff products in the markets but I would say …

When I do my workout or go walking, I like to take a drink with me to refresh and replenish. I have used everything from plain water to juice and many various sports drinks. One that I tried was brought along by my walking buddy, and was called Zizzazz. These …

I have been a cigar/cigarette smoker for the past year. I have smoked over 40 different types of cigarettes, and at least 20 different kinds of cigars. The reason being is I like to change things up. To me, smoking the same type of cigarette longer than a …

I bought this to use as bubble bath when I was having a bit of winter itch and thought that the regular bubble baths would dry my skin more. I have always had good luck with Aveeno products when my skin was acting up, so I thought it was the …

Last year my grandmother went to the emergency room and being it was a different hospital system than normal, they had none of her medical records. Because they had none of her records, several tests had to be run and the nurses, really didn’t listen to some of …

I have been using Neti Pot systems for years and received an offer to receive an Arm and Hammer Simply Saline Plus Neti Pot Kit for free with a mail in rebate. I was so excited so I went right out and purchased one.
Of course I really don’t enjoy …

Before an insurance change dictated a switch to another dental care provider, my family and I really enjoyed going to Dr. Schmidtke’s office. Strange to say we enjoyed it, when you consider most people don’t like going to the dentist, but we really did! Dr. Kevin Schmidtke and his …

I was given a gift basket that contained several bars of handmade soaps from Primal Elements. This was my introduction to the brand, and now I am absolutely hooked on their soaps. My favorite bar of the group was this one—“ the “White Cat’ soap.
Primal Elements soaps …

This shave gel was advertised as being good for the skin because it’s supposed to not leave the skin feeling dry and instead moisturize the skin as well as reduce the number of cuts that occur while shaving. I thought this product might be good for me because I …

I was pretty surprised when I heard a friend of mine talking to a woman about the sunburn she was currently inflicting on herself, and this woman told her that tea tree oil is one of the best and most effective treatments of sunburn. Rub a little essential oil …

Cussons Imperial Leather Japanese Spa Shower Cream is a very luxurious product for the money and I was surprised at how much I enjoyed using it. Usually a 250ml bottle would cost £1.50 at Tesco but they are currently on offer at two for one, which is fantastic …

I bought this cushion massager at Canadian Tire six months ago. It was on sale for Canadian $19. I thought it was a good deal as I saw it on display right in front of the store’s shopping aisles. I had something similar to this when …

Get it? YogHURT? For an after sun treatment? I thought it was kind of cute, which is the main reason I bought it, not to mention that it came highly recommended to me by a fellow sunburn victim who swears there’s nothing else better on the market to treat …

I stayed loyal to my old brand of dental floss, until at last, I unwound the last piece of string. Flossing remains an integral part of my oral hygiene, and I was more than glad to ditch my old floss for a better one. Granted indeed, Cleene …

Always Infinity is a new product so I wanted to try it out. They are maxi pads that have powerful absorbency. I have now tried both the regular flow and the heavy flow. I normally just use tampons but at night need something so I bought them for that. …

I recently introduced myself to the Kiss My Face line of products after a friend gave me one of their products and I loved it. This is a company that puts a high emphasis on quality and also takes care that their products contain natural and non-harmful ingredients and …

I’m a passport member of Fitness First Gym. This means I can visit any of their branches by just presenting my membership ID. However, proximity factors make me workout most often than not in the Quezon City branches since these are closer to home.
Last week was a different …

After my doctor suggested that I start taking a calcium supplement, I began looking around for what was available in the stores. At my grocery store, I found Viactiv calcium supplement. I like that this supplement not only covers calcium but it also has vitamin D and …

I like to use a gentle exfoliate face scrub in the summer when my skin is oily and prone to small breakouts of adult acne. I had been using several different brands, but when I saw this one on the shelf I remembered that I had a St. Ives body …

After some serious spring cleaning, my hands were in desperate need of moisturizing and repairing care. Being on a tight budget, I looked for a good product that didn’t cost too much. A lady at the pharmacy counter recommended Coco Butter Cream made by Cococare.
I …

I have always believed that keeping your skin clean was perhaps one of the best ways to help your skin stay young and beautiful. This is why I always found myself go weak on my knees whenever I happened to see a product in the market which I thought …

I use contact lenses quite a lot, and I have used Septocare for the longest time. However, with Septocare I have to use separate cleansing solution, separate rinsing solution, etc. So I looked for a multipurpose solution that can do all these things at the same time.
I bought Solocare …

When I started coloring my hair at home, I noticed that it was gradually losing its shine. I have several different shine serums which do help, and certain shampoos make it look healthier than others, but someone told me to try this hair spray, because it leaves behind a nice …

This Pureology product was recommended by a friend. I was complaining about having thinning hair, and she claims that the product is what gives her all the amazing body she has in hers. I thought it was a bit expensive, but was willing to pay if it worked as well …

This is for the women who are thinking about getting the Paragaurd. Which is the birth control i.u.d. made with copper. This particular brand says you can stay protected for up to ten years. I just wanted to share my experience that I had with this horrible contraption. …

My mother is almost 60 years old and she still working hard for our family. She is very workaholic at all times. She is just ignoring what will happen to her body when she is at work. She didn’t mind it. She is just work and work.
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About three months ago, my poor dog had to have a surgery to remove a fatty cyst that had spent two years festering beneath the skin of her belly. She came home with stitches, and the vet told me to invest in some self-adhesive wrap to keep the bandages …

When I was a kid, there were only a couple of different shampoos to choose from. Prell happened to be one of them. I loved Prell shampoo then and I still love it today. I pay $3.50 per 13.5 oz. bottle of Prell shampoo. I consider that an excellent …

My teeth have deteriorated in recent years I am ashamed to say. I blame my sugary coffee and nicotine addiction and I wish I had started to use a mouthwash regularly earlier in life. Retardex produce a variety of products to combat bad breath and specifically to …

Recently, my hair had begun to break again even though I had given it a break from relaxing for a little while. This time I decided that I was going to buy myself a sensible hair treatment that would strengthen my hair, make it grow and not only that …

I have mentioned in my other product review on Johnson’s product that I bought a promo pack. Well, this is included in the promo pack. Along with the lotion is Johnson’s Body Care Naturally White Daily UV Lotion 120 ml. I am not actually fond of using a moisturizing …

I bought the Profoot Triad Orthotic For Men at the Safeway supermarket for $18 plus tax. It was not an easy decision, as there was plenty of foot support or orthotic devices at the store, all competing for my attention.
But what finally sold me to the …

I take a hot bath nightly to assist me in dealing with the muscle pain and spasms that are associated with fibromyalgia syndrome. This has resulted in me developing a serious bath product hobby. Those close to me know about my little addiction, so they try to help by …

After I had fallen in love with a lotion that had the Naked Bee’s orange blossom scent, I found out that they also made a two-in-one shampoo and conditioner. I couldn’t buy it fast enough. This is a natural product, without the usual detergents we see in mainstream brands. There …

I like to take good care of my teeth, and I have therefore always used electric toothbrushes for as long as I can remember. I usually break them rather
easily, so I usually look for a decent one that is well made and won’t break easily. To this day, there …

About two years ago, I started to experience some digestional issues that I’d really rather not have experienced, as they ranged from inconvenient to sometimes downright embarassing. Crohn’s Disease runs in my family and affects the digestional system, and so I worried that was perhaps the problem I was …

I love the fragrance and taste of black currants. I was first introduced to it when I tried a black currant iced tea in a Jason’s Deli in Texas. It was love at first taste. Then I found a currant fragranced house spray made by Trapp, and I was …

I have always liked natural soaps, and I also love novelty products. When I saw this soap, with its whimsical packaging and claims of “no fake crap” on the label, it made me laugh and I had to buy a bar. This is a natural soap made with palm and …

I have a normal skin type but my ache had been disturbing me for quite sometime. After trying out all the possible home remedies, the pimples on my face especially on my forehead remained stubborn. I decided to visit the doctor for medical help, who suggested this gel …

I have tried a couple of the Neutrogena facial sun blocks, and this one is my favorite. I have light skin and burn very easily. I do not want my skin to look old and leathery like the sun bunnies my age are starting to look. (Sorry, sun bunnies, …

Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things I have ever had to do in my life. I saw this electronic cigarette at a nearby gas station , and decided to give it a shot. I was curious if it would be of any help to me after my …

I have tried many different pills, diets and tricks to help me lose some weight the EASY way,and none have given me considerable and long-lasting results. Most of the diets that I tried were not very healthy, and the diet pills that helped me shed weight fast were downright …

My mother used Sensodyne toothpaste for years, so it was a familiar product in our house. I never tried it out, though, until lately.
I love mint, so I tried the Fresh Mint flavor. The package says this is the ‘maximum strength with fluoride’ option of Sensodyne.
I must …

With a solid family history of breast cancer, I have been looking for a way to move past the aluminum containing cancer-risk increasing mainstream deodorant antiperspirants that I have been using for decades. The problem has been finding a natural option that works. Most that I have tried have not, …

It is important to brush your teeth after the main meals, but some help against the virus that can attack your mouth always comes handy. I usually use mouthwash after brushing my teeth, to keep the health of my mouth in a better state.
Listerine antiseptic has a really strong …

While visiting a natural foods store in my town, I was offered a couple of samples. One was a fiber supplement made from ground chia seed. It is called Chia Fresh Daily Fiber and is made by Gaia Herbs.
I am constantly told I need to consume …

If you have ever used Neutrogena’s signature bath oil, you will be familiar with how sesame oil feels on the skin. It is light, easily absorbed, and leaves your skin feeling nourished but not weighted or greasy. Neuatrogna’s famous secret is—“ sesame oil. It is a light, gentle, yet …

In recent times I have been in search of a bandage that is truly waterproof. I wanted something that would protect any paper cuts I was getting from the burning and stinging of hand washing and dish washing. I had tried a few bandages, but they were not working …

I always liked the Crabtree and Evelyn Ginger orange scent, and when I saw this one by Borlind, I thought it might be similar. It is, but not exactly the same. The Crabtree and Evelyn is a little spicier, and stronger, but this one has a sweetness about it that …