I have been wearing Acuvue Oasis contact lenses for about 2 years now. I wore Acuvue 2 lenses for about 10 years before that. I was having a problem with my eyes drying out really bad when I’d wear my contacts. It was so bad I could hardly wear …

I am always on the search for a better shampoo. I decided to try Herbal Essence Shampoo to see how it would work for my hair, which tangles extremely easily. I paid $5.92 for a 23.7 oz bottle. I bought it at Walmart. That seems like a fair …

Ever since I was younger, I have hated the dentist. I have had bad experiences with dentists giving me novicaine in the wrong side of my mouth, and I had a dentist give me a root canal at age 17 when my six month check up prior to that …

When I lived in Texas for a couple of years, I had a small outdoor spa. As a fibromyalgia patient, I benefited from this greatly during flare ups. The water was an amazing way to relax and treat my sore muscles. I was almost always taking a hot bath every …

One of the things I learned from my mother is to make sure that my hands are always clean. I still remember when I was a child, she often scolded me because I had this habit of sucking my thumb. She said that my fingers are dirty I should …

This summer, the weather where I live has been extremely hot. As a result, my normally very dry skin has been soaked with uncontrollable sweat. Normally, I do not have to worry about purchasing acne products unless I have a specific outbreak. However, lately my face …

I have observed these past few days that my eyes are strangely red. However, they are not itchy at all. I guess this is due to constant use of the computer everyday. I spend around 12-15 hours a day just using the computer. It is really straining on the …

I heard about this lotion from a friend who uses Bare Minerals. She said it is the best makeup base ever and leaves your skin so smooth and healthy. I thought it was a bit expensive, but I really did like what I read about it and I wanted …

When a person gets sick in Saskatchewan, they don’t always have to go to the doctor. There is a service called: Saskatchewan’s 24 Hour Health Hotline that you can call toll free at 1-877-644-8448 anytime. It’s run by qualified RN’s and they will give you information and tell you …

I am one of those persons who do experience severe dandruff conditions every now and then. Though my dandruff is quite temporary and always seem to disappear and reappear time and again, it makes it just vital for me to store an anti dandruff shampoo on my bath …

My hands are dry by nature but as I do a lot of dish washing and other things that require my hands to come in contact with water they become even drier. Rough hands are not only uncomfortable but they’re also unattractive so I looked to purchase a …

Crest Spinbrush Pro Whitening Battery Powered Toothbrush has a great deal of cleaning power and reach. Unfortunately, it’s a real battery hog. When it’s working with new batteries, the dual heads provide a thorough and extensive cleaning. I am able to reach my front and back teeth without a …

Charmin Ultra Soft Toilet paper is by far the best toilet paper I have ever used. This toilet paper lives up to its name. You don’t have to worry about getting a rash or soreness after each use. I always make sure to keep stock, especially when I’m having …

Recently my nine month old had woken up completely miserable. His eyes were all crusted shut and there was just a stream of mucus running from his mouth to his mouth. And later he would end up having a really bad cough from all of the mucus draining in …

A few months before my debutante ball, I went to a dermatologist seeking to improve my skin. I was suffering from mild acne then. The dermatologist prescribed Clindamycin lotion, benzoyl peroxide cream for spot treatment, and this Differin gel which is manufactured by Galderma. I had high hopes that …

I have chronic pain from fibromyalgia, and when I am out running errands or hanging out with friends, I like to have pain relief with me at all times, just in case—“ I don’t want to let a little pain ruin my day.
I have carried ibuprofen and acetaminophen …

I work on a computer most of the day, and the air conditioning and heating in my home also causes my eyes to be dry, so I am certainly a candidate for eye strain. Sometimes my eyes get dry for no reason at all, but I though the computer eye …

Experiencing a terrible neck pain due to long hours of journey had now become a part and parcel of my life. The fact that sitting for long hours without any kind of proper neck support made my neck feels just stiff and rigid that I almost found it difficult …

HoMedics MatMassager Full-Body Massage Mat MM-100H is a black pad that is about 6 feet long, 24 inches wide, and 2 inches thick. The five vibrating motors inside target Shoulders, Back, Waist, Thighs, and Calves areas. Each one can be turned on and off separately. There is also a …

In the world of hair care products, there are some that are as close to 100% natural as they can be, with no chemicals of any kind, and using all natural botanical ingredients. There are also the ones that are very mainstream. Although they each have different combinations and …

I used to have fair skin but when I went on a vacation at our grandfather’s house for almost 5 months I’ve been on a 3 day-camping in an open area in a farm, and that was summer back then and 2 day-camping at a resort and many birthday …

Proform CrossWalk Caliber Treadmill is a nice, affordable (under $700) treadmill with many good features. The belt is 55 inches long and 18 inches wide. I personally prefer 20+ for width, but 18 is still okay. The machine has side handles to hold onto while you exercise, a set …

Four months into my quest to achieve my ideal body, I stumbled upon another exercise I immediately fell in love with. I’m talking about the much talked about and positively reviewed Physique 57 Solution. The fitness exercise or should I say technique was founded back in 2006 by creator …

A mouthwash really comes useful when all you need is a quick oral rinse after a light midnight snack. I commit to a strict post-dinner regimen which includes brushing right after eating the evening’s bounty and proceed to the nightly baths. I try to turn in early …

From time to time, I experience swelling in my feet and tons of throbbing dull aches in them as well. The only relief I get from the swelling and aches in them are by soaking them in a warm footbath made with the Village Naturals Therapy Aches and Pains …

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 have had several allergic reactions that caused skin problems that would last long after the reaction was treated. Namely, redness and peeling. To cleanse my face during these periods, I would use various different products, opting for the ones that were mild, fragrance free, and non drying. …

All women know that pantiliners can sometimes be a necessity. It is a great way to stay fresh and clean throughout the day. I think most women hate moisture in their panties, especially because it can cause infections. I have a problem with getting yeast infections more than I …

I have been a loyal user of Carefree products. I may have gotten it from my mom who is also an avid Carefree user ever since she was young. I really need to wear panty liners all the time every time except when I am at home or when …

Initially, I was reluctant to purchase any type of exercise shoes. First, most of them look incredbily ugly, reminding of the type of shoes that the Spice Girls wore when they were popular. Next, I have major doubts that any shoes can help you lose weight. …

I have thinning hair, and after learning that some of the chemicals used in mainstream hair products can contribute to scalp problems and thinning hair, I decided to try out some of the natural ones. I tried Kiss My Face first, since I had recently really liked one of their …

My children used to attend this doctors office. It has a dental department as well as a Dr’s office. The staff was relatively friendly, which was great but I was not at all pleased with the amount of time you had to wait when you had an appointment, most …

I noticed I was running out of my usual clay mask, so when I was at the store, I looked for a cheap one to get me through until my regular one went on sale. I found a basic bentonite clay mask by Freeman that was less than five dollars, …

I have been using tampons for over ten years and I have tried many different kinds. I stopped trying new brands when I found Tampax Pearl. I’ve uses the light, regular and super absorbency.
One of the most important things to note is they are comfortable! They are easy to …

I was told by my pediatrician to five 1 ML by dropper to my nine month old son because his eating habits had changed to where he was barely eating a bite of food a day. Still drinking breastmilk the doctor felt it was best to put him on …

I recently decided to try floss picks. I ended up getting Oral-B’s floss picks, and they have Scope Outlast (mouthwash) flavor. The picks are small peices of plastic with a small peice of floss stretched out on the end. The other end is pointed into the …

I heard about Dove a long time ago. Their advertisements says it is a 1/4 moisturizing milk put into a beauty bar. I wasn’t that interested because when I tested it I thought it is too gentle for me.. It wouldn’t make a noticeabe difference. Another thing is it …

I paid about $6 from a local Sally’s Beauty Supply store. The main reason why I decided to purchase this product was the high amount of positive reviews that I had about it from family members and friends. I was definitely surprised at how big of a …

Since I love fragrances and bath and body products, I decided to make soap as a hobby for awhile. I ordered all of the ingredients from a company called Brambleberry, and this one is one of my favorites. This is a soap base which you can melt and add …

I take a nightly hot bath to assist in treating the painful muscle spasms and nerve pain associated with fibromyalgia. Over the last several years, I have found this therapy to be more useful than anything doctors have ever recommended to me or given me. I thank a lot …

I’ve been trying to make my lifestyle more and more ethical over the past 3 years and finding cruelty-free products is one of the ways to do that. Almost none of the stuff that I use now is tested on animals, including things like hand soap, cleaning products and even …

My brother is a member of an organization that travels to various countries to stay with local families and learn about the culture. He sends me trinkets from around the world as he knows I love to try new products and experience new ideas from abroad.
When he …

Every once in a while, when I’m not eating right, I get a little stopped up, and that’s about the only delicate way I can say it. When this happens, about the only way I can get back on track is to take a fiber supplement to help. I …

This lamp was a birthday present from someone who knows how much I love relaxation “stuff” and it was a very good choice for me. This little bowl filled with crystal salt chunks is just beautiful, and I believe I am enjoying health benefits from it as well. The …

I’ve dealt with many domestic problems in my room. There was once a time when the airconditioner had gone haywire. It was probably overworked and stopped working. It took a week for it to get fixed. I had to go back to using a basic …

When my grandmother was in the hospital the last time and started doing a bit better the insurance company of course has a drive behind patients being discharged. She was doing better enough to be released from the hospital, but really not well enough to come home. We …

Dear Lord how in the world have I ever lived this long without this amazing product?? Honestly, I just wish this had been invented when I was younger and really had chubby thighs that always rubbed together when I tried to exercise. And gosh almighty those sores HURT! I think …

Aging is inevitable. Both the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries continue to put in so much time, effort and money in the research and development of products that may offer the ever elusive promise of eternal look of youthfulness. In line with the pursuit of longevity and the quest for …

Sometimes I want to snack on candies and sweets but I’m worry about the negative consequences - put on weight, cavity and how damaging it is to my health in general. I wish there’s some kind of sweet that I can happily munch on without worrying. If …

I have always had a problem with two things when it comes to vitamins and supplements. One, my sensitive stomach. Although I can eat just about any kind of food and it doesn’t bother me, give me a vitamin and I will be sick within hours. …