I love natural soaps, and when I saw this huge bar in with the Mrs. Meyers Clean Day products, I was intrigued. I thought it was some sort of laundry bar at first, but it is actually bath soap, in a fragrance to match one of the other lines of …

I have a problem with most of the mainstream toothpastes out there. The strong mint flavors burn my mouth like crazy and I hate them. I like mint, but not nuclear powered mint. It causes me to spend less time brushing because I can’t wait to get the burning taste …

I have a sleep disorder and normally take amitriptyline every night to get to sleep. Without it, I have a very difficult time sleeping, which is what led to my diagnosis of fibromyalgia, since my lack of sleep is tied in with my muscle symptoms. Once when I was traveling, …

This has got to be the best deodorant/anti perspirant I’ve used by far! All the other ones I’ve use either don’t dry fast enough, leave my underarms feeling too dry, leave that white mark all over my close, or worse, don’t even serve their purpose to keep off sweat …

A while back, I had a small blackhead problem that utterly embarrassed me and shocked me as well since I have always been adamant about keeping my face clean. I bought some of the Neutrogena facial scrub for blackheads, and also some of the Neutrogena 2-in-1 Blackhead Eliminating …

I love Hawaiian Tropic products, mainly because I love the smell of them, and they tend to work well. Being photosensitive, I cannot get in the sun like I could as a youth, and so I use a heavy spf product, and always have some after sun care …

I am photosensitive, so I try and avoid the sun at all costs, but sometimes it is impossible and I will burn badly after only 10 minutes or so in the sun. I’ve tried various after burn care products, and found a few I like and some that …

I buy a lot of hand sanitizer because I have kids coming in and out of my house constantly throughout the year and there have been many of times where one of them has the sniffles or some kind of bug to pass around. I always get on …

I really like Olay products because they work so well on my skin and make it so soft and smooth. One product I really liked was the Olay Calm Release Body Wash with Violet and Lavender, but it’s really hard for me to find now in stores. …

I have used other emu products in the past, but never found that they helped very much for fibromyalgia pain, which is what I normally use these kinds of products for. When I was visiting a friend who also has fibromyalgia, she was using this Thunder Ridge brand, and I …

I use a variety of bath products as part of my therapeutic hot soak to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, as well as just to relax and enjoy the “me” time before bed. In the winter I tend to lean towards moisturizing products like bath bombs and oils, but in …

One summer I was having a horrible problem with body acne. It had been kicked off by using a particularly greasy sun product, and I couldn’t seem to get it cleared up afterward. Although I take a nightly bath and often use mineral salts or bubble baths, nothing seemed to …

I have had a problem with thinning hair since I turned forty. I’ve tried every anti-thinning serum, vitamin and shampoo there is. Most of the products that actually had some benefit were just ones that made the hair feel or look thicker without really changing anything about the hair or …

I like to try natural remedies for every day problems, so that I am getting less exposure to chemicals and unwanted additives. I don’t avoid all of them, but I figure if I make some effort it will at least help protect my health in some small ways. I bought …

I like to keep some facial cleansing cloths on hand in the summer when it is hot. If I get sweaty outside, or even if I am doing some big project in the house that makes me hot or sweaty, having a cloth on hand to clean and cool off …

I am diabetic. I have been dealing with the illness for about ten years now, and I have managed to handle the disease with a combination of diet and supplementation for most of that time. In the last couple of years I have had to take medication, but I still …

I got a lovely case of foot fungus when I stupidly walked around barefoot in a hotel room. Despite washing carefully, I picked up the dreaded athlete’s foot, and within a day of getting home, I had itchy, burning feet. I knew what the problem was right away, since I …

I have diabetes, so I try to take really good care of my feet. I want to keep them attached in the future! I have copied my mother’s habit of putting foot cream on every night. This keeps my feet healthy and soft and prevents cracking which can lead to …

I tried black currant extract to treat dry eyes once before, and I never could really decide if it was working or not. I recently started having problems with dry eyes again, and decided to add it back into my regimen. I already take fish oil, which is also supposed …

My hairdresser recommended using a cap over my hair when I color or use a deep conditioner or hot oil treatment. I liked the idea, since I had been having a problem with conditioner running all over my in the shower. I wanted to be able to put the conditioner …

I tried this product out when I had to suffer through the embarrassment of a dog getting into our trash and covering our entire front lawn with used feminine products. This is not how you want your neighbors to get to know you better.
I wasn’t sure about using plastic bags …

Having fibromyalgia, I have always been a huge fan of heated pillows and wraps. I have some that are filled with rice, as well as various other types with herbs, grains, and even gels. When a friend saw this product, he knew it would be perfect for me. This is …

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 …

When I switched over to using mostly sulfate free shampoos, I also wanted to use natural conditioners. Since Now Foods is a brand I have a lot of experience with, I decided to try one of theirs. The scent of berries sounded appealing, and the ingredients looked great– plus I …

I have always loved shea butter in other products, so a shea butter shampoo seemed like a novel idea. I have been trying out different sulfate free shampoos lately, since I learned that the sulfates can fade hair color and also irritate the scalp, causing hair loss for some. My …

I have a problem with frizzy hair, especially the back portion of my hair, which has been tortured with flat irons, boxed hair color, and refusal to cut it for years. I need products to make it look like hair again, and not tumbleweed.
I have used a lot of …

Since learning that sulfates can fade color and also irritate the scalp and cause hair loss for some people, this thinning-haired person stopped using about 90% of them. I decided to try using a few sulfate free options, and this was one that caught my attention. The NaturOli Soap Nut …

I have irritable bowel syndrome, and the symptoms have plagued me for years. I manage it pretty well with fiber, aloe vera, and careful diet, but sometimes it flares up anyway, when I am under stress or other things go awry in my body. This supplement was recommended by some …

I am officially over forty and looking for ways to prevent signs of aging in my skin. Since I am a big fan of antioxidants, I decided to try the Home Health Goji berry eye cream. I have used a few eye creams and got moderate success, but this one …

I am a regular user and big fan of natural soaps. I am not a huge coffee drinker, but other members of the household are, so I thought this product would be a nice novelty for them. Besides that, it was a huge bar for such a low price, I …

When I recently ran out of my favorite honey flavored lip balm, I wanted something that satisfied my sweets craving as well as it did. When I was looking in the store, I came across the Aubrey Organics lip balms. I have used their products before and liked them, but …

I turned forty a couple of years ago and since then I have noticed every little line and wrinkle on my face. Some friends share my obsession, and understand totally. One such friend showed up on my doorstep one day with a little pump bottle– of King Bio Anti Aging …

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 have been taking various forms of fiber ever since my doctor recommended it as a way to help regulate my symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. For much of that time, I used basic, cheap psyllium fiber supplements that you can get anywhere. Eventually, I learned that other fibers had …

I have been using fiber therapy for several years. It helps to treat irritable bowel syndrome, reduces cholesterol, and helps manage blood sugar and appetite. I started the grapefruit pectin after a fellow dieter recommended it for appetite control. Taking the standard dose (three tablets) about thirty minutes before a …

I have had thinning hair for several years, and have tried a number of supplements, treatments and shampoos to try and curb the hair loss or get new hair to grow in. Most of the hair and nail supplements I have tried seemed to work for the nails, but not …

I love to make my own body butters, bath salts, and other products. I have used cocoa butter many times in my own formulas, and although once blended it is fine, it can be difficult to work with as a solid. When I was reading some messages on a …

Like anybody, I have periods in my life where I have to deal with stress and anxiety. I prefer not to resort to prescription drugs, as I don’t like to take anything that might be addictive or cause side effects. I prefer using natural supplements and herbal products, since they …

Mane-Tail-Groom, otherwise known as MTG, is a product that was originally made for people but was switched over to being a product for equine. MTG was made in 1938 by a barber for his clients. He later found out this product was being used for skin and hood problems …

I have yet to find hair vitamins on the market than can match Hairtopia. I have suffered from traction alopecia in the crown of my head and the rest of my hair grows extremely slow. Out of sheer frustration I went online to see what was out there that …

There are two types of henna. One is used for dying material. The other is used for making intricate designs on the body and also for hair. This kind is called BAQ or body art quality. It is extremely important that this is the only kind used on the …

Diurex Water Pills are the over the counter solution for water retention. I was having some health issues and was retaining a lot of water. It really took a toll on my ability to get around. It even affected the feeling in my legs. I had ordered another product …

Since I have turned forty, I’ve been trying out new creams and age-defying products. So far none of them have defied anything in any impressive manner, but a few have been helpful for the condition of my skin.
Being a diabetic, I am very familiar with the value of alpha lipoic …

I like to use a moisturizing body wash in the winter to help combat dry skin. I have used several of the Olay washes, and liked the effects on my skin, so I decided to try the Calm Release scent. I like calming scents, and expected it to be soft …

When I learned about the Lux Natural Soaps company through a friend who shares my obsession with bath products, I ordered several of their products online and one of them was the White tea and Ginger bath bomb. I have been using bath bombs for my hot therapy bath at …

Everyone who knows me will tell you that the perfect gift for me, ay any time of the year, is something related to the bath or shower. One birthday, a friend of mine gave me a bar of soap that was very unusual. It was “Florida Water” soap, and I …

I sometimes suffer from dry throat, and when there is no slippery elm to be found, I have resorted to a few other alternatives, like these throat drops from Ricola. Unlike their strong mentholated cough drops, these have a gentle, light tingly bit of menthol, but mostly they are flavorful …

I have diabetes, and one of the ways I have been able to get away with very limited reliance on prescription medication even after having the illness for ten years is to use natural products to help boost my glucose metabolism. There are a few in my arsenal, but I …

I became a fan of slippery elm lozenges years ago, when I tried the famous Thayer’s brand. The slippery elm tree has an inner bark, that when made into a lozenge form, coats and soothes the throat, giving relief to a wide range of problems caused by dry throat, colds, …

When I noticed my lips were looking a little rough, and I was worried that they were showing signs of aging, I decided to look into some lip treatments. I like the idea of increasing the volume, but cosmetic “lip plumpers” have had mixed results and nothing very impressive when …