Health Reviews
Molton Brown Fine Liquid Hand Wash Blu Maquis 10 oz
I am a huge bath and body product fanatic and I love to try whatever is new on the market.
I have grown to love the very unique scented products made by Molton Brown. My introduction to them was a gift of several of their products from a friend who …
Mentisan
Mentisan is a an ointment that is manufactured in La Paz, Bolivia. According to a number of Bolivians I have spoken with, Mentisan is a cure-all for anything that ails you - kind of like the South American medicinal version of duct tape. On the back of the container, …
Kiss My Face Break Out Botanical Acne Gel
I have a combination skin that leaves my t-zone a little oily from time to time, especially when the weather is a little off in our neck of the woods. My breakouts are just minor inconveniences that leave me with one or two inflamed looking pimples, usually around my …
ActiTrainer
Once I started seriously working out, I began to use everything I could find to make sure that I was as successful and motivated as possible. When I found out that there were digital trainers that could be used in place of an actual physical trainer, I looked …
Source Naturals Mushroom Immune Defense 60 ct
Having diabetes, GERD, IBS, and fibromyalgia, I have enough on my plate without having to deal with colds and flu and stomach bugs all year, so I try to take supplements that boost my immune system, especially in the winter. There are so many out there, it is difficult to …
Equate Whitening Pre-Brush Rinse
I like to use Equate Whitening Pre-Brush Rinse daily before brushing my teeth with my preferred brand of tooth paste. I noticed that the older I was getting, the more my teeth were having a look of discoloration and dullness. It could be because I drink coffee …
Arm & Hammer Toothpaste Advance White
I bought a tube of Arm & Hammer Advance White Toothpaste to try recently. It was comparable in price to other name brands of toothpaste (about $4 for a 6 ounce tube). With a coupon I had on hand, I paid $2.79 plus tax which I consider to be …
Evora plus Probiotic for Oral Care
Oral health to me was as important as my physical health. As I am not a person who is blessed with healthy gums and teeth, I always see to it that my teeth remain clean and healthy to avoid any type of oral complications. But still my teeth never …
Essence Of Beauty Faux Sea Sponge
I picked this product up at CVS pharmacy when their bath line was on sale buy one get one free. It looked nice and I thought it would be a good addition to the bath decor. I ended up hanging it (by it’s too short rope) onto my shower caddy.
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Katinko ointment for muscle pains
I am a person who loves to bring ointment everywhere I go. One ointment that I always use is “KATINKO” ointment. It is a Chinese ointment, I believe. It is a green menthol paste ointment similar to some known ointment in other country like tigerbalm or whiteflower. I think …
Ivory Soap
Ivory soap is known as a gentle soap and that is one of the reasons that I decided to try it. I am constantly trying new things just to see if I can find something better. I purchased a three pack of Ivory Soap at the grocery store for …
Rite Aid Epsom Salt 64 oz
I love to use Epsom salts as a bath soak. I have fibromyalgia, and this has been a fantastic therapy for me for many years. Epson salt contains magnesium, which you can absorb through your skin. Magnesium is something most of us lack—“ and a lack of it can …
Alba Botanica Hawaiian Lip Balm Coconut Cream 0.15 oz
I absolutely love the taste and smell of coconut, so when I found this Alba organic coconut cream lip balm, I didn’t even look at the price, I had to have it. (The price, by the way, was pretty good actually.)
I found it in the middle of summer, and …
Avon Advanced Techniques Color Protection Shampoo
If you are on the search for that perfect Shampoo and you have colored hair, try the Avon Advance Techniques Color Protection Shampoo. I have been using this shampoo for some time now and I love it! I have been looking for the perfect shampoo for some time now, …
SudaCare Shower Soothers
SudaCare Shower Soothers are designed to help break up congestion caused by cold or allergy. The Shower Soothers are made to put in the stream of your shower, releasing vapors of eucalyptus and menthol, which will break up even the most congested sinuses. There is no medicine …
No-Germs Instant Hand Sanitizer
I know it is not good to get rid of all germs but sometimes I just feel like I need to. I tried out a product called No-Germs Instant Hand Sanitizer. It comes in a small foaming pump bottle. It is small enough to fit in my purse, so …
Cetaphil Skin Cleanser (Liquid Soap)
Cetaphil has always been known for its products which are good for hypersensitive skin. I have been using Cetaphil products on and off because of the fact that they are more expensive than other brands. However, being a person with extremely dry skin and sufferer of atopic …
Selsun Blue Dandruff Shampoo
This shampoo comes in a 11 fl. oz. blue colored bottle with a green cap. It contains Aloe to help moisturize the scalp. This shampoo is used to control and prevent dandruff. It serves as a conditioner as well as a shampoo.
What I found was that it does a …
Eva Medical Infrared light Heat Lamp hand Held Massager
A friend who also suffers from the same condition as me, fibromyalgia, uses one of these hand held infrared lamps to treat her legs, which give her a lot of trouble in the winter with cramping and pain. I too have horrible leg cramps sometimes, and once when I …
Homedics Massager
I just got this for the Holidays. I was attracted to the style and low price. This massager has a thick, comfy cover, an easy to use remote, an option for heat, and 4 massage zones.
The thick cover has a fake suede seat and back with soft …
Ester-C vitamins
I take my vitamins faithfully. I consider myself to be a really healthy person. I take care of my body now so it will take care of me later. I began to notice that I was starting to get …
Pangea Organics Shower Gel, Pyrenees Lavender with Cardamom 8 oz
Although the price was a little high for an eight ounce bottle, this product claimed it was concentrated, so I gave it the benefit of a doubt for longevity and bought one. I like Pangea Organics. They have some very interesting combinations of scents, and very therapeutic, natural products. …
Foot Petals Full High Heel Insoles
Since I was feeling highly excited about having to attend my best friend’s wedding last month, I left no stone unturned in taking care of my wardrobe to the core. Though I had decided on all my shoes which actually matched with my wedding outfits, the …
Walgreens Triple Antibiotic Ointment
I’m not sure what exactly about me tends to invite accidents, but I’m sometimes more of a walking disaster than I’d like to admit. The sad thing is that half the time, I don’t even realize I’ve hurt myself until after the fact, so I always tend to keep …
Deep Heating Ultra Strength Rub
Recently I wrenched my shoulder moving some boxes around. I tried heat, then ice but nothing seemed to help until a neighbour gave me a tube of Deep Heating Ultra Strength rub. By this time I was desperate; I had already tried several different pain relieving rubs. Some worked …
Colgate Total
It’s very important to keep your teeth clean. I have tried different toothpaste brands, but this time I’m going to talk about Colgate Total.
First of all, I don’t like toothpastes with a strong taste, so this one, even if it tastes like mint, has a soft taste, so it …
LifeSource UC-321 Precision Personal Health Scale
This review is for LifeSource UC-321 Precision Personal Health Scale. I have owned this scale for about 3 months now. I bought it because I wanted a very high precision home scale as I have begun a weight loss program and wanted to monitor it. I had a digital …
Bikini Zone Medicated Cream
This is one product I swear by. Like a lot of girls, I can get razor burn/bumps easily around my bikini line. I tried a lot of different methods to prevent it. I had some success using powder deoderant as a shaving cream, but the thickness of it ruins …
Murad Active Radiance Serum
I have always love the line of product that Murad offers. I’m a big fan of them and then i stumbled on this product. It’s the Active Radiance Serum which claims that you’ll notice at least some changes within your skin in about a week or so. It’s enhanced …
One Brand Shampoo Bar Hair Biscuit 4 oz
The name of this product made me smile. Somehow the word biscuit always does… maybe it’s because I was raised in the South. I love the way this solid shampoo smells. Until I tried this, I had never used a solid shampoo, so I was not sure what to expect. …
Medela Breast Pump
When I had my son and had to go back to work, it was obvious that the manual expression method I used with my daughter was not going to be efficient. So I went pump shopping. I decided that a Medela was the best choice for me, not only …
Homedics Therapist Select Shiatsu Cushion
Go to your local Kohl’s or Best Buy and you will surely note a collection of Homedics Therapist Select Shiatsu Cushions gracing just about every aisle. They are typically sold for about $130.00, but as the owner of one, I can firmly attest to the fact they are worth …
Whisper ultra thin
Hello girls, do u have any problem to go for outings when u have the periods, especially on the second day of the period. I really free of tension even in those days when I have the periods, because I only use the Whisper ultra thin sanitary pads …
Wet Ones Fresh ‘n Flush Personal Hygiene Wipes 24 ea
I always liked regular Wet Ones, so I was happy to see they had come out with a person hygeine wipe that was portable and pocket sized. These easily fit into my purse. The product has some good and bath points.
The good points: It is alcohol free and …
Contact Lens Acuvue Oasys
The acuvue oasys just might be the best contacts i’ve ever worn. I bought these yesterday and i’m seeing so clearly. I hate glasses and will do anything not to wear them. I feel like my eyes can breath and the moisture in these contacts are incredible. The lens …
Herbal Plus Standardized Black Cohosh
I have a friend who has been going to school to major in herbal medicine, and she’s the one who recommended that I take Black Cohosh supplements to help with my menstrual cramps. Technically speaking, Black Cohosh is used to treat menopause symptoms, such as the hot and cold …
The Clarisonic Mia 2 Skin Care Cleansing System
I have been struggling with light to moderate acne since I was about 12. The breakouts usually occur on my chin and the edge of my jawline. I have to really cake my foundation on to hide the blemishes on my chin, so when I first saw …
Thera Flex Therapy Putty Medium/soft resistance 6 ounce
I play piano and keyboards, and also have fibromyalgia and joint pains related to arthritis. Until the last two years, the symptoms never affected my fingers, so I was very alarmed and upset when I started to have stiffness and cramping in my fingers, especially when it was cold. …
Vasline Body Lotion Healthy White
It’s winter in India and although I usually do not use any moisturisers, my friend suggested that I get a good moisturizer, though not an emmolient because I have oily skin and it may cause breakouts. This rules out Shea butter, cocoa butter and vaseline. I needed something light, …
Contact lens cleaner
I am using soft contact lenses for more than 10 years. I have tried many different brands of lotions for cleaning and storing my lenses but I am stick to Opti-free Express now . Its been 5 years that I am using Opti-free Express. The main advantage of using …
CVS Pro Vitamin Silky Smooth Shampoo 25.4 oz
I spent a week out of town and ran out of shampoo on the second night. Wanting to save my money for my vacation, I decided to try a generic (store brand) of the shampoo I was using at the time, which was Pantene’s Pro V.
I found a comparable …
Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Relaxing Body Wash 8.5 oz
When I lived near the shore in New Jersey, there was a little bath shop that sold upscale products and brands like Crabtree and Evelyn. I became a huge fan of this brand and its products. One of my favorite purchases was the La Source bath tablets, which carry …
The Thymes Gold Leaf Body Cream 7.75 oz
I used to visit a little independent gift store in town that sold a lot of products by Crabtree and Evelyn and The Thymes. I fell in love with several of the Thymes scents. My usual favorites were the olive leaf and eucalyptus, but one day I was browsing …
White Flower Analgesic Oil Balm .67 oz
When I was shopping in a store that carried a variety of interesting and rarely seen or older health products, I came across an interesting, pretty little bottle of oil called “White Flower analgesic balm.” It was less than an ounce, and looked to be of Chinese or other …
Soft Spa Massaging Bath Pillow w/ Remote Control
After being dissatisfied with a bath bubble mat that was meant to mimic a hot tub, I decided to buy this bath massage pillow instead. The massage is only concentrated on the neck and upper back, but it was not loud like the bubble jet mat and was much easier …
Love & Toast Gin Blossom Hand Creme 1.25 oz
As a thank you token, I was given a small hand cream sample made by the Love and Toast company. I had heard of them, but never used any of their products. This was a hand cream, which came in a small tube. The scent was called Gin Blossom. …
Colgate Wisp Portable Mini-Brush Toothbrush, Peppermint 16 ea
Because I was so impressed with Butler’s GUM brand of mini brush, I thought I would love these even more, since Colgate is one of my favorite trusted brands.
While these are small and convenient for on the go, there were a few things that I thought could have …
Smart Sense Waxed Dental Floss
I have not always been a fan of flossing, but have recently been getting into it. I like that clean feeling that I get after flossing. I also like to see the nasty plaque that comes off in floss. Though I like flossing, I would never pay a lot …
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash
During a visit to my sister’s place sometime back, I happened to discover a new skin care cleaning aid which perhaps had now proved to be a great help in keeping my skin clean and beautiful. When examining the line of products kept on the shelf of her bath …
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