I try to keep my skin very soft and properly exfoliated. I use a variety of scrubs with salt or sugar, or various exfoliating brands of body wash. I also have tools for the shower that help exfoliate my skin. One that is a favorite is my Ayate wash cloth. …

I become concerned about the aluminum contained in anti-perspirant products when I saw a television news segment about them being connected to breast cancer. I’ve basically been using standard anti perspirant/deodorant products all my life, but this motivated me to give alternatives a try. A friend I …

When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, one of the indicators that something was amiss was a new tendency for me to get a yeast infection more easily. (Yeast thrive on sugar—“ diabetes creates high blood sugar) Eventually I was able to get myself back to normal, but for awhile …

I have had a problem with thinning hair for the last few years. I am not sure what is causing it, but it could be any number of factors, including age, heredity, hormones, fibromyalgia, lupus, diabetes or hypothyroidism. Lucky me! Since I don’t know what is causing the problem, it …

I tried this lotion at a friend’s house, and loved it. I had smelled it on her, and liked the smell so I asked what it was, and she showed me the bottle. I made a mental note of the name, and later looked for it myself. I was unable …

When I had a really bad case of bronchitis, I took a round of strong antibiotics to knock it out, but the lingering effects stayed for over a month, leaving me with a frustrating dry cough that sometimes hurt and a sore throat from all the dry coughing. I tried …

People who are currently on a quest for weight loss will know what I mean when I say that accurate bathroom scales that do not let you down are really very hard to find. I used to own a pair that were horrible and unreliable, making me feel …

Coppertone Sunscreen with insect repellent is one of the best sunscreen lotions for children. This sunscreen lotion will protect your children from getting a horrible case of sunburn, while at the same time this sunscreen prevents children from getting bit from insects such as mosquito’s, gnats and bees. …

I know these cotton wool pads from Morrisons were the cheapest they had available but I cannot remember the exact price. They were really cheap anyway and I find that they are great for removing eye make-up and not so great on larger areas such as my whole …

Rite Aid has plenty of store brand products that are just as good as their national predecessors.
One such item is their baby oil. This is a simple, fragrances mineral oil, which can be used as a moisturizer in the shower or bath. This is a great way to keep …

A few months ago, I purchased a stone massage set after learning of the relaxation and healing properties it had to offer. I must admit my initial excitement died down after a few feeble attempts with little instruction were more miss than hit.
Not wanting …

I decided to start another day off right with my new love, the Walk Away the Pounds Express Program. The Walk Strong workout is thirty minutes long and is equivalent to two miles. This Particular workout also requires a stretch band for completion of the included resistance …

In today’s world of viruses and bacteria on every surface, you can hardly eat chips or a hamburger without inflicting damage on your immune system. It can be a pain to rush to the toilet to wash your hands every time you want to eat, so I find it …

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 …

Here in the tropics, the raining seems like a wonderful prelude to summer. Bring out cozy jackets, warm soups, and long, restful nights. As well as mosquitoes —“ and bug sprays to match. I don’t know where the bugs are coming from at this time of …

I have never tried using Lactacyd before as a feminine wash but after giving birth I had to use it since I had an episiotomy because of a normal delivery. My Obstetrician told me to use Lactacy to prevent infection and to hasten wound healing. They first cleaned my …

I have combination skin which is dry in winter but very oily in the summer. I need a light moisturizer for summer use, as the ones I use in the winter would cause breakouts. I use a lot of sun block products, and this can make it even more challenging …

OraCare Mouthrinse is a new brand of mouthwash in the market. Although it is just new, I really find the product very impressive. Basing on my interview with one of the salesclerks in my favorite supermarket, the product is selling like hotcakes.
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Finally, a supplement designed specifically for women. I mean, I suppose men can benefit from it too, but I was definitely won over by the fact this Evening Primrose Oil capsules from New Vitality was really to help promote better health for women. I’m always on the lookout for …

When I was losing weight, I became concerned about the skin on my neck looking saggy. I am over forty, so my skin is not as resilient as it used to be, and I had a horrible fear of ending up with “turkey neck” after losing the weight I needed …

I have used a few capsaicin products before, and I honestly have to give them a mixed review. I tried this product when I had run out of Mineral Ice and just wanted to try something new for my fibromyalgia pain. I had been told that this product would …

I take a hot bath every night. This is partly to relax and sleep soundly, and partly to treat the painful muscles caused by fibromyalgia. A nice hot bath before bed has turned out to be one of the best therapies I have ever used, and has far surpassed …

A few days back, due to severe cold and cough, I was feeling terribly uncomfortable and uneasy. Though I was taking medicines prescribed to me by my doctor, the cold seemed to block my nose and my ears pained severely during the initial period. When no relief seemed to …

I was having some sever symptoms that were bothering me for days. I felt the worse I had ever felt out of the blue. I had sporadic chills, sporadic sweats, fever, and sever abdominal and back pain. I also had some serious fatigue. I slept for two days straight …

In every job I have had for the past twenty years I have worked at a computer all day and then when I get home I spend a bit more time at the computer on the internet. I also smoke cigarettes and so I frequently suffer with dry …

I have always thought that having maximum protection during my time of the month is of key importance. I like to use feminine products that are both reliable and affordable. I decided to go to my local Dollar General store and picked up the DG Health Unscented Plastic Tampons …

While I was visiting my brother in MS, I discovered the temperatures to be a little hotter than I had come prepared for. While I had brought plenty of deodorant, the outdoor activities were leaving me chafed from a heat rash, and it was pretty uncomfortable. I asked …

I purchased this kit to try and remove a small , painful wart from the sole of my foot. I wasn’t really sure what it entailed when I got it, but the pharmacist recommended it over the salicylic acid treatments, which he said were a waste of time.
This little …

Pilates For Dummies by Michelle Dozois is a good start for those who are trying to learn how to do some Pilates movements in their own free time. I bought this video for $10 off Amazon and I think it is a good learning material for beginners.
The instructor has …

I use different shampoos sometimes, picking ones to fit a certain need, and sometimes I switch it up. One that I liked to use before I found an alternative was Dove Extra Volume Shampoo in a 12 ounce bottle. I think it performed great, and I loved …

I have taken magnesium for a number of reasons. I had heart palpitations, which at one point were thoght to be related to magnesium deficiency. I also have diabetes, which can deplete magnesium. I take proton pump inhibitors for GERD, and that can also deplete the mineral. It is thought …

I love to take a hot bath nightly to help ease muscles pains and cramps from fibromyaglia, and also to relax my mind and help me sleep better. I use a variety of bath products in my nightly ritual and mineral salts are high on my list of favorites. …

I needed a new electric toothbrush but couldn’t find a brand name one under $20 at my local drug store until my Pharmacist suggested I buy the Life Brand Electric Toothbrush for just $6.99CDN. Life Brand is a store brand and therefore doesn’t get the advertising exposure of other …

I was talking to a friend about shaving and having ingrown hairs on my thighs afterward, especially with new razors. She recommended I try this product. When I found out how much it cost, I had to decline—“ thirty two dollars for two ounces of something to shave with? She …

After a burn accident to my wrist, I had to wear gauze to cover the wound for several weeks. I was sent home from the emergency room with a roll of adhesive tape that nearly caused as much damage to my skin as the burn. It turned …

There was this one time where I needed to lose at least 5 pounds in two weeks to fit into the bridesmaid gown that my friend, the bride, had specially ordered for me from the States. It was a very beautiful number and it would be a shame not …

Ever since I was in my teens, I have had hypothyroidism. This manifested itself as tiredness, feeling cold, skin problems, and many other minor symptoms. It also coincided with my gaining a lot of weight and having a really hard time losing it.
I was tested and found to …

During this vacation, I left no stone unturned to do all the shopping required for the holidays. This would require me standing on my feet for long hours. Although it didn’t seem to hurt at that particular moment ( since I was just be busy shopping), the results started …

Count on my neighborhood pharmacy to provide me with a great product to keep my eyes healthy. I have worn contacts for many years and I’ll admit that I often leave my contacts in for extended periods of time without taking them out to clean them as often as …

My twin grandchildren became very sickly before the year ends. All through the holiday season they got sick one after the other. They got feverish and could not eat well. One got acute tonsillitis while the other one had cough and colds. I blamed myself for this because I …

I received one can of this three pack when I took a trip with friends to the mountains. It was the first time I had been to a really high altitude, so it was a precaution to prevent me getting a headache or any other symptoms. I felt kind of …

My thronging migraines left me feeling weak and helpless every time I experienced it. The severe head ache not only left me feeling physically tired and dull but my mental state would also be disturbed. I would get irritated and start throwing tantrums for no reason. Though I did …

For us, buying and using condoms is not a frustrating adventure any more, thank God. Of course, only after we went through daunting and confusing experience of testing and checking among copious variety of condoms attainable. We rather skip bitter memories of motley occurrences from dulled sensation and broken …

I feel my teeth are cleaner when I use Oral B toothbrush. What’s nice about this brand of toothbrush is that there is an indicator when you’ll need to buy a new one. This is important and so much helpful to me because it reminds me when it is …

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 …

When I was running low on my usual fiber supplement, I picked up a bottle of these from Rite Aid because they were on sale. They are very similar to the FiberCon I had taken before. Although very inexpensive, it is worth noting that you do have to take six …

I’ve always been interested in traditional Chinese medicine. When my brother sent me some throat lozenges from his travels, I loved them—“ just as much for the “exotic” factor as for the fact that they worked. When a friend of mine, a singer, mentioned using this product when his …

I’ve been using Breathe Right for years, and I’m a big fan. I suffer from a deviated septum, frequent nasal congestion, and bad sinuses in general. When I lie down to sleep, my nose closes to the point where I can’t breathe. It was a problem for me before …

Philosophy brand products have always been pleasing to me, especially for their incredible fragrances. I’ve used several and I am still trying out more. I bought the Eye Hope cream because I liked the name and I was intrigued by the ingredients.
Eye Hope contains both green …

Nowadays many people prefer to have good physic, and for that they are focusing on the hand weight. As review it is been heard that the hand weight at Marshalls is so cheap and many people got the idea to pick it up because it is designed in such …