For a long time now- I had been hunting for an —˜appropriate shampoo’ - a shampoo which was mild and could be used on a day- to day basis to keep my hair looking healthy and shiny. Though I was completely satisfied with my present shampoo and conditioner (Schwarzkopf …

Ever since we were kids, we only used cotton buds to clean our outer ears. We used this old-fashioned silver ear cleaner tool which is not disposable. This is so cheap that one of this comes to about US$.05, and I always a few lying around. I like it …

I go through a period every single year when the stress levels really start soaring for me, and it’s usually during the summer months. I’m not sure what’s going on in the summer for me that raises my stress levels, but I’m riding high on them, that’s for sure. …

I am a huge health freak and I knew that since I have moved into a bigger house I needed to get a treadmill. So I do some research and I get the Nordic Track Commercial 1500 Treadmill. I have had it for about 1 month and I must …

Efficascent oil has been very helpful to my family for many years. I remember when I was still a little girl, whenever I get minor skin irritations, insect bites or gas pains, my mother would take a bottle of efficascent from the cabinet and after a little massage and …

When I bought this product, I was looking for something that would be very gentle to dry skin. It was winter, a time when my skin tends to be its driest, and I had been battling with various body washes which was gentler than soap, but not quite gentle enough …

I have gotten quite tired of suffering from colds and always feeling sluggish. I did not know what I was going to do to stop dealing with this problem until it popped into my head that I at least needed to try to get healthier. I was already informed …

I’ve had unsightly red and dark brown bumps on my skin since I was ten years old. I found out from a visit to a doctor that the term for these bumps is Keratosis Pilaris. This skin condition arises from the failure of the upper layer of your skin …

Since I use a variety of massage oils for treating my fibromyalgia pain, I love to try new ones. I had never used an Ayurvedic massage oil before, and the ingredients looked interesting, but I did not want to order a large bottle in case I did not like the …

This toothpaste was advertised as such that it would help ease the sensitivity of teeth, but after using an entire tube of this toothpaste, I didn’t notice a reduction in the level of sensitivity when I ate or drank something real cold. The “twinges” that this toothpaste was supposed …

I love to try out natural products, and Alba Botanica is a brand I have often chosen. They have original scents, and do not test on animals which is a big deal to me as an animal lover. This passion fruit scented body wash was one that I purchased …

To anyone who loves to do sports or strenuous activities and wants to follow up on their progress, this is a suitable device. My husband got this Polar F7 specifically to ensure that while doing sports activities, he can track his progress while ensuring that his heart is not …

I am usually not a fan of feminine pads but there are times when I just do not want to wear tampons. I tend to only have trouble with menstrual cramps during the first day of my cycle and I always find that when I wear tampons during that …

I like to keep myself healthy and alert throughout the day. I also wanted to make sure that I was getting essential vitamins so that I do not feel sluggish, or get sick too often. I wanted to get some vitamin c packets, because vitamin c always seems to …

I am a regular user of Cortisone 10 Plus. The last time I was at Walmart, I was running a little over budget for my shopping list that week, so I decided to replace my usual product with Walmart’s Equate brand of hydrocortisone cream with moisturizers.
Everything on the …

Sitting down for a few minutes and reading on Health Magazine has always been part of my daily routine for several months now. I do that because it keeps me up-to-date with everything I need to know. If you haven’t heard about it, you might be missing something very …

When I had an anaphylactic shock episode for the first time, it scared me pretty badly and for a long time I was afraid to leave the house. For that matter, since it happened in the house, I was afraid to stay there too. Whatever causes the allergic reaction, it …

I have tried a lot of the popular sanitary napkin brands in the market and most of them do not satisfy me. Some are uncomfortable and do not hold well, and most of them give me bad rashes and even wounds which lead to ugly scars and darkening …

Opti-Free contact solution is my favorite contact solution, because it delivers everything that it promises: cleans lenses, removes protein, and keeps the lenses sterile and soft, with just a night time soak in the solution. With other brands such as Bausch and Lomb reporting recalls due to …

Nizoral AD is a medicated shampoo for the treatment of dandruff, and other dry scalp conditions. One of the first things you may notice upon deciding to purchase it is that its quite expensive. It is only meant to be used 2-3 times per week, so I was able …

The leading brand of toothpaste here in the Philippines is Colgate. But it does not hinder me to try other brands and right now, I am using Hapee toothpaste with maximum fluoride protection. It has many flavors too but I chose the Fresh Green Outburst. Not just because green …

I had some diagnostic work done about three months ago, and one of the minerals I was found to be deficient in was magnesium. Through research, I learned that trans dermal magnesium chloride was the best way to go when it comes to bio availability. I purchased a bottle …

I am not a paramedic but I do know that sometimes things happen and having first aid products on hand is always a good idea. When it comes to the eyes, it is important to have first aid materials on hand that will specifically suit any eye injury that …

I always keep plenty of lip balm on hand. I treat my lips all year round to keep them soft, especially in the winter when they have a tendency to get dried out from the weather and indoor heating. I have used a few of the Queen Helene products and …

My period normally last for four days. On the fourth and fifth day, I sometimes experienced weak flows so I have to wear a pad or liner. Sometimes, on the sixth day, there is still a sudden gush of blood, so after a week of my period I use …

When my throat is scratchy and dry due to dry air I like to have a hot come of the Yogi Honey Lemon Throat Comfort Tea. I like this tea because it is made with all natural ingredients such as lemongrass, lemon myrtle, licorice root, peppermint leaf, cherry bark, …

I am ridiculously nearsighted and have to wear glasses and/or contacts every day.
I first used Lenscrafters for my eyewear because they had a special sale—“ buy one pair of glasses, get the second one free. I stopped by their store in Peachtree Mall and started looking around to see …

When I began having pain in my right upper abdomen, I assumed it was gas. I soon experienced it so frequently that I had to visit the doctor, who determined that I had gallstones. These eventually ended with my gallbladder being removed in an emergency surgery, but when I was …

About a month ago, I had a few friends coming to visit. We were going to go camping that weekend and I realized that I may have to deal with my feminine time while trying to camp and canoe. I wanted something that was going to last me for …

I suffered acid reflux for as long as I can remember; hypertension for almost eight years and moments of depression for 18 years. One day, I realized that I’ve taken enough medications to buy me a car. Though most meds helped me for the time being, nothing …

I don’t like the super strong mint flavored toothpastes that dominate the mainstream market. They burn my mouth and make my spend less time brushing than I need to. Instead, I use either natural brands or children’s brands, both of which tend to have gentler flavors and alternatives to mint. …

My acne prone skin had always been a great cause of concern. Initially I would have acne especially on the —˜T’ zone on my face, but with regular care and treatment —“ I had quiet successfully managed to keep the eruptions at bay. But a few days back when …

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 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 …

I regularly color my long hair at home, and have been using jaw clips to keep it on top of my head while I wait for it to develop. This can sometimes be a bit uncomfortable, and I was told it wasn’t the best idea because it could cause breakage …

If you don’t like reading about other people’s personal problems, just let me say that Yeast Gard Advanced Homeopathic Suppositories worked for me 100% and I highly recommend to anyone with any vaginial problems!
A friend of mine always wore skirts and dresses and I thought it …

I love to try new body washes and other bath products, and buy a new scent at least once, just to see if I like it. I’ve used Softsoap brand before, but never for body wash, and then I saw a few scents I was really wanting to …

I started a weight loss program at the end of July, my first official day of dieting being August 1st. Near mid July I was picking up things I knew I would want or need, such as a pedometer. Because I started gathering things later on in …

Swish Mouthwash is the brand of my husband. He has been using this for months now. He switched to this alcohol-free mouthwash after he was convinced that alcohol-containing mouthwash can dry up his mouth and would most likely give him mouth cancer. At first he would not want to …

There is seriously probably not an allergy medicine out there that I haven’t tried. The first year I moved to Michigan from Arkansas and started to experience allergies for the first time in my life, I probably tried a different over-the-counter medicine to treat my symptoms every week. I …

I have gained a few pounds, and while cutting out some foods and getting a little more exercise has certainly helped, I have about 15 stubborn pounds that just wouldn’t budge. Before Christmas at my local Walmart a Pharmacist technician suggested I try MetaSlim Ultimate Weight Loss Kit. It …

I use lotion pretty much daily because it keeps my skin smooth and silky, and also because I love the various scents that can be found. I like to try new lotions when they come out, or when I run across them, because some always work better than …

I’ve been taking chromium for years to help control my diabetes and boost my metabolism. I have used various brands and types, and have gotten consistently good results with all. I decided to try this New Chapter chromium complex because it was very unique. This product not only …

I love Burt’s Bees and I have used a lot of their products. I like to use a toner in the summer. I have combination skin, and sometimes it is just nice to stop and freshen up during the day. A nice toner makes you feel cleaner, cooler, and often …

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 …

This herbal remedy is something that my wife and I tried because we are just idiots. I don’t think that there is nothing that we won’t try at all. The reason why we tried Horny Goat Weed herbal remedy is because a close family friend of ours …

Although I am not required to check ketones in my urine, I am diabetic and sometimes I like the reassurance that I am ok if my blood sugar has gotten high for some reason.
The last time I ended up in the emergency room with an allergic reaction, I …

When I opened my birthday present of the Ped Egg, I exclaimed with false enthusiasm “Oh, a cheese grater, awesome. I needed one.”
After the laughter and my red face faded, I realized it was made for my feet, which are definitely not cheese. Well, it …

I bought this dryer as a gift for an elderly friend. When she passed away, it was passed on to me. I have only ever used bonnet dryers in the salons before using this one. I rarely have the time and patience to sit under something just to …

I have tried both the U panty liners and the tampons, and have been very impressed—“ the coverage and performance is superb. I was expecting exactly the same from this pad.
The U heavy flow pads have very good absorbency. I’ve used them both on heavy and …