When I saw this product in CVS, I was actually not looking for a weight loss remedy, but for a daily dose of fiber. I have tried a few different forms of fiber therapy, and I still change them up occasionally if I get bored. This looked interesting, so I …

I have always liked Aveeno products, so when they were on sale, I bought a couple of the body washes. One was the pomegranate and rice, which has exfoliating walnut shells and rice beads to gently scrub the skin. It is a pretty basic chemical detergent formula, with sodium lauryl …

I ran across this little packet of green clay while in a natural products store, and since I had heard of people using it for acne rashes, I thought I would give it a try. It was summer, and my oily-in-the-summer skin was acting up. I had been wearing a …

When I decided to place an order with Lush, I became interested in some of the more unusual products they offered on their site. One of them was the “Dirty Toothy Tabs” product, which is basically a solid toothpaste. Normally, I do not use mint flavored toothpastes. My mouth is …

When my Avon lady visited me with a brochure, I noticed this product and asked if it was good. Of course it is her job to say yes, but she actually seemed sincere and said she had used it herself. These are basically little pads with aloe vera and glycolic …

When I discovered how wonderful Soap Goddess soaps are, I found a new standard for how cold process soap should be made. This female owned and run company makes old fashioned soaps with the very best of ingredients and recipes. They are created using high quality oils like olive, coconut, …

I enjoy taking a nightly bath to help treat my fibromyalgia symptoms. The hot water plus whatever bath additives I choose to use really help stop the pain and muscle spasms, allowing me to sleep much better and feel better well into the next day. I highly recommend trying this …

I have always commended Philosophy for their amazing scents. Although lately I have turned to using a lot of natural products with fewer chemicals and detergents, sometimes I have to indulge a little and when I saw this product on clearance, I jumped at it. It looks to have been …

I tried some of this shampoo at a friend’s house and liked it so much, I ordered a bottle for myself and my partner (who loves beer, although I do not drink it!)
I finally found something with beer in it that I like, and don’t have to taste. …

Friends and family know that I am addicted to bath products, and especially handmade soaps. A friend out of state found a local soap company that was woman owned and created, and she found a lovely cucumber melon bar for me. Cucumber melon is a hit and miss fragrance for …

When I became interested in sulfate free shampoos, I tried a lot of natural brands, and found that most of them did not lather well, and seemed to leave a residue in my hair after using for more than a few days in a row. Since I have used other …

When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, I had some worries about my heart. I actually had a few symptoms that I thought might be heart related, but they turned out to be GERD related instead. For awhile, with my doctor’s permission, I decided to put myself on a low …

My doctors have suspected that I may have a mild case of lupus for years. Because of this, I use strong sun block products when I go outdoors. Since the majority of them are very heavy and tend to sting your eyes, I prefer a product made specifically for my …

I have used crystal deodorant sticks and liquids before and was never really impressed with them. When my partner brought home some of this Crystalux body powder, I did not expect to like it very much. There are some good points about the product. Assuming it works, it can …

When I broke out in a rash from coming in contact with some mystery plant at a park get-together, I asked the pharmacist what was the best product for itching. I had already tried hydro cortisone, and it was not working like it usually did. Not knowing exactly what caused …

I have used the original Noxzema cream for many years. My mom used it when I was a kid, and I started trying it out in my teens. I took a vacation from it for a few years, but when I got older I realized how good my mom’s skin …

I try to take good care of my lips and keep them soft and healthy all year. In the winter it can be a challenge, since the heating system in our house makes the air very dry, and add in the cold weather– I get very dry lips that are …

There are several Community Bridges facilities throughout the Phoenix area, but this particular location offers Detox, in-patient rehabilitation and out-patient counseling services.
In the heart of Mesa, I heard this facility was known for its offers of assistance to everyone, even those with the inability to pay.
The center isn’t easy …

Once you get in, this is a great facility. It took two weeks of calling every single day for an open bed. I was informed by the counselors that so many people try to get in, they take the one’s who call consistently the most serious. …

Because I live a very active lifestyle, I know the importance of wearing sunscreen and other skin protectors. Lately it has been extremely hot where I live and I ended up becoming very sun burned after a recent fishing trip despite the fact that I was wearing sunscreen. …

As a woman I feel it is very important to stay as fresh as possible throughout the day. One way that I like to stay fresh is by using pantiliners. I think they are great throughout the day and will always keep any woman’s underwear clean all day. I …

I have really been into dental hygiene for the past few years. I like to not only keep my teeth white, but also I like to keep them healthy and clean. I noticed that brushing was not always enough to get my teeth as clean as I like them. …

Retin-A Cream was a cream prescribed to me by my doctor after suffering a severe acne breakout. This product does wonders, though it does not show results immediately, it does show results after 5-6 days upon applying the product. The product is simple to apply, simply squeeze out a …

Most women, at some point in their lives, are going to need to purchase a pregnancy test. The concern or elation over a possible pregnancy is enough in itself, but add to that the need to get a fast acting, accurate pregnancy test and the result can be …

I have long been a fan of using vaporizers and menthol and eucalyptus or camphor vapor treatments for colds and congestion. I have seen them in liquid forms to vaporize, creams and ointments, sticks to inhale from, and even patches to be placed on the chest. When I saw this …

I have had a problem with dry mouth in the winter for several years. Our heating system dries out the air so badly that I often wake at night unable to swallow and have to keep water or a dry mouth spray beside my bed. This can be very bad …

I have been concerned about using aluminum based deodorant ever since I found out it can be dangerous and increase cancer risk. My family already has a history of breast cancer, including my mother, so I want to take steps to reduce that risk. Unfortunately, I have tried a …

When I read an article in a magazine about Kappus soaps, I decided to order one. I had never heard of the German brand, but apparently they are quite famous for their six-times milled glycerin soaps, which last a long time and have no animal testing involved. They are formulated …

I like to take the very best in vitamins, to help support my body which suffers from several chronic conditions. I have diabetes, fibromyalgia, GERD, hypothyroidism, and IBS. Needless to say, it can be difficult juggling all this, but I have found that a good supplement does help to manage …

My mouth is very sensitive to the strong mint flavors used in most of the mainstream brands of toothpastes. It is so uncomfortable for me to use them, I will often not brush long enough, which can create a serious problem with my oral hygiene routine. To remedy this, …

I love to use a shampoo that leaves a nice tingly clean feeling. Tea tree oil is one of my favorite ingredients in natural products and one of my favorite smells in the world. I decided to try out Beauty Without Cruelty’s rosemary mint tea tree shampoo after being very …

One of my favorite Bath and Body Works scents has always been their spearmint eucalyptus. It made me interested in other spearmint based scents as well. Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC) is a company that makes organic, natural, vegan products that never test on animals. I have tried a few of …

I take a nightly hot bath to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Since I am in the tub so often, it is a good thing I enjoy it– I have become a bath product junkie. I use a great variety of soaks, oils, and bubble baths to make the …

I have been trying out some of the products made by Lush Cosmetics in Canada, and I have fallen in love with the whole line. Aside from their second-to-none bath bombs and soaps, they also make some great moisturizing products and shampoos. The Dream Cream body cream was a …

I love to make my own soaps, lotions, bath soaks and oils. I look for good quality ingredients that add health benefits to the items I make. I often use them myself and give them as gifts at the holidays. One extract I like to add to some of my …

I am a huge fan of bath and Body Works, and I shop there every chance I get. I was browsing and found a product that I thought might help with my summer skin issues. I have combination skin that tends to be very oily in the summer but dry …

I sometimes get bumps and ingrown hairs from shaving, and I have been looking for ways to reduce them. I tried several products that were specifically made for this purpose, but found that most of them contained either alcohol or salicylic acid, and if used more than a few days …

I have been using Lush products for a while, and I have really enjoyed them. I saw that this ocean Salt scrub got great reviews, and I love a good salt scrub– so I gave it a try. The packaging Lush uses on their scrubs and creams is a bit …

I take a nightly hot tub bath to help ease the symptoms of fibromyalgia. To keep it interesting, I use a variety of bath bombs, bubble baths and other products. Some of my favorite products contain sea salt, which helps to add minerals and the magnesium and potassium seem to …

I have always struggled with my weight, ever since I was young. Now that I am in my forties and diabetic, it is even more important that I get a handle on my weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I heard some glowing reviews of this vitamin on a …

I have a case of “suspected lupus” so I have been told to be very vigilant about avoiding excess sun exposure, since photo-sensitivity is a problem common to lupus patients and can cause serious skin problems as well as systemic ones. In the summer, I normally wear a sun …

I take a hot bath every night to help treat the muscular symptoms caused by fibromyalgia. It is more therapeutic than anything else I have ever tried. To keep things interesting, I use a variety of bath products, like salts, bombs, and oils. Recently I discovered the high quality of …

When my Italian born friend selected a birthday gift for me, it was one that she knew I would appreciate. She had ordered this cream, which is imported from Italy. We had already discussed the fact that I had developed an addiction to Italian honey a few years ago, but …

I have fibromyalgia, IBS, GERD, and diabetes. This makes for a very complex situation when I need to take an anti-inflammatory or pain medicine. Sometimes I just use Tylenol to bypass all of this complication– but there are times when only an NSAID is going to do the trick. …

S T 37 is a product that my grandmother used to use. Living in her house for years, I used it too. It is one of those interesting items that can be used for many different things. It is an antiseptic based on hexylresorcinol, and can be used in the …

I enjoy a nightly hot bath to tame the symptoms of fibromyalgia and also to help me relax and sleep. I love this therapy, and it has become a huge hobby as well– I try every kind of bath product that is out there to keep things interesting. When …

Conzace was the supplement prescribed to me by my doctor in the midst of coping a very bad cough. Not too eager to get started, I asked around. What’s so special about this supplement? I got the impression that many medical professionals were in favor of …

With my achy muscles, bones, and joints, I use a lot of creams, gels, and pads to relieve some of the pain, but I have always wanted an ice bag, the kind that has the fabric exterior and the interior that can be filled with ice. I finally …

I keep a pair of these well made medical scissors on hand in my home’s first aid kit for cutting gauze and tape. they cost me around $10, but were well worth it since I have never had to replace them. The Prestige Medical Fluoride Scissors are …

I use a variety of Valeo products in my exercise regime just to enhance it, because they are well made items, and they are so affordable. One that I bought was the Valeo Ab Wheel which was only $10 and made pretty durable. I bought it online …