When I used to work for Bath & Body at the mall back when I needed a second job and the mall was hiring like crazy for the Christmas season, I had the chance to sample some of the best smelling lotions and bath gels imaginable. For the most part, …

This cleanser was given to me as a hand me down. A relative had some cosmetic surgery, and was required to use this cleanser instead of soap or cream cleansers she normally used. She did not like the feel of it because it doesn’t lather, so I got the …

I am a person who seems to be suffering from dry eye problems every now and then. Sitting in front of the computer only makes the situation even worst and leaves me behind with red swollen puffy eyes. So in order to combat this problem I always try experimenting …

Cybex Arc Trainer is an elliptical trainer of a rather unusual construction: it has no base, the walking pedals are kind of suspended in the air, moving freely on the 3 poles they are attached to. It is in no way a disadvantage; the pedals and large and comfortable, …

This is my favorite disposable soft lens for I’ve used it for more than six years. No complain and no irritation for my both eyes. Even I also wear it when I sleep (fell asleep and forget to release it).
At the beginning I would rather to wear yearly …

There are so many fitness programs out there to chose from and sometimes it can be so difficult to find the right one that will keep your interest. I love to exercise and I always am looking for new and exciting fitness programs to test and try. My favorite …

I sometimes babysit for a neighbor who has a young son. When he comes over to stay the night, his mom always sends him with an overnight bag, his medicines and directions if any are needed. At my suggestion, because he did not like to swallow pills, she found a …

I choose to buy Kroger tooth brush only because it was the cheapest one in the rack when I was looking for a tooth brush on the racks of Ralphs. Priced at one dollar, the deal was unbeatable. Also the tooth brush was going very fast because the rack …

Working at the computer for long hours made my hand muscles and wrist tired, over worked and cramped. Although I tried reducing the pain by applying hot compress on it after returning from work, I was on a look out for a more simple and effective way in dealing …

I used to watch my mother apply all her facial creams and moisturizers every single night like it was a ritual for her, and in a way it was a ritual for me as well because those mornings and evenings are still some of my fondest memories growing up. …

The first time I introduced myself to Sucrets products was actually when I had a toothache and didn’t have any dental insurance to speak of and certainly couldn’t afford to have my wisdom tooth removed. I realized that Sucrets had a numbing effect to it, so I would put …

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 …

A few months back, when I suddenly noticed a tartar built around the neck of my lower front teeth and I was just shocked. I immediately decided to visit my dentist, where after a cleaning procedure my tarter was removed and my dentist suggested that I use Crest Extra …

My constant headaches would often leave me feeling just stressed and fatigued. Since I was prone to migraines - my headaches would keep surfacing even now and then. Although I did get rid of it taking various pain killers- I was on a look out for a non …

I love products that claim to be a “miracle” simply by their names. And, because I’m a glutton for punishment, I’ll waste a few dollars here and there and try these products out just to put them to the test. I suppose it doesn’t hurt that I also really …

I am diabetic, and currently I control my condition with medicine that does not cause drops in blood sugar. Once before, I was on such a medicine for a very brief time before side effects caused me to discontinue it.
While I was on this medicine, I was warned …

I really don’t know why I decided to try this product. I have used other products by Hyland’s and was not impressed at all. I like the idea of homeopathic medicine, but I am also aware that it is not regulated, not tested well, and is based on “iffy” …

Even though I purchased this product at a yard sale last year, I never really felt motivated to use it until fairly recently. Several years ago I had experienced my biggest success pertaining to losing weight through maintaining a proper diet and exercising. At the time, I …

As we grow older our mental capacity to memorize or to remember really depreciates a lot especially when it runs to your genes to have Alzheimer’s or Dementia. My father’s relative runs in their genes to have Dementia. I have seen the traits to …

I had heard about this emu oil serum on television, and wanted to try it since it was getting such raving endorsements. It is made from emu oil, which is extracted from the emu, an Australian bird. It can be used to smooth under the eyes and is supposed to …

I have a few spider veins on my legs which are probably from years of standing at work in a retail job. There are also a few on my face which can be covered by makeup, but I would still like them to be gone.
I bought this at …

Dettol has become a symbol of hygene for me. Dettol is an orange colored antiseptic which comes in the form of concentrated liquid, soaps, hand wash, band-aids for home use. Dettol has helped me get rid of my skin rashes and itchiness which I had developed after …

I am one of those people who cannot deal with having toilet paper that isn’t soft enough. I prefer something that is a bit thicker and fluffier. I decided to try Charmin Toilet Paper Extra Strong when I found it at Costco. They offer a 4 pack of Charmin …

I’ll admit I was really skeptical when I found the Thin Commandments Diet for sale at a local store last summer. I even imagined it was some sort of new Bible based diet that encouraged some old world figs and fast inducing fare.
Thankfully I …

This kit from Philosophy is made to supposedly mimic the effects of professional microdermabrasion at home. My aunt had the procedure done professionally and paid a lot of money for it. I liked the effects that she got from it, once her skin settled down from the procedure. For …

I became familiar with this lovely body cream when I tried a sample of some at a store. While I would never have thought of pairing ginger with mint, it actually makes a very interesting and relaxing scent. It has a slight warmth from the ginger, and the coolness of …

One of the staples in my home is always Motrin. My kids adore the berry flavor as it helps that it tastes good. Their theory is if it is medicine, it better taste good as it goes down. Otherwise, it will usually be hard to get them to take …

I have a friend who lives in the UK and I often get little care packages from her. We send products from our own countries back and forth to each other for fun because we both love to try new things.
In my last package I received a little …

I love cherry scent. This is one of the reason why I bought this for my daughter. The fact that it is from Loreal is also interesting. At the back of the product you will see it says this is gentle, detangling and tear free. It also claims to …

BarleyLife, as it is called now, is made from the dried juices of young barley plants. Back before the name change, when BarleyLife was called Barleygreen, I took it and noticed how much energy it gave me. It was instrumental in helping me to heal from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. …

I know that there has been a lot of bad reviews concerning LA Weight Loss in particular when you consider that they closed down all the centers in the Las Vegas region, leaving many of its members stranded and without legal recourse. However, I am not going to review or …

Despite the cracked and dry hands I’ve dealt with over the use, I have also dealt with dry skin all the way around. I think the reason why I deal with dry skin is because it runs in my family. I try to find the right lotion to use …

I had bad experiences in fad diet since I had shifted from program to program with yo-yo results before. I was skeptical when my best friend introduced Isagenix to me. I was 18 pounds over weight. I have some bad expectations with the product that I would lose weight …

I must say that this product is expensive for just a 2 oz jar. The jar itself is pretty attractive actually. Little did I know what lies inside it. The first thing I noticed was the horrible smell. It was ridiculous. I bought this after reading so many good …

Canesten Ointment ,the best solution for side patches and minor micro bacterial infection Active persons really suffer from these intolerable side patches. It’s humiliating to be itching in public places but it something which we can’t do about it. When they start itching i almost forget about the rest …

The Ped Egg Professional is a foot pedicure accessory. It should be noted that in some states pedicure professionals are banned from using devices that cut in this manner on places on your feet like heels. It is due to the risk of opening the skin and …

I hate to swallow pills, so when I find alternatives, I try them. I take a daily multivitamin, and those tend to be large pills. I have used gummy vitamins, and chewable orange flavored ones—“ even liquid supplements that you mix with a drink. When I saw these from …

Overpriced? Yes but this mask is so wonderful. I tried not avoid Lush products but somehow it always make me come back and purchase some new products. That’s exactly how I came to the mask. I stumbled upon one of the best mask I ever used. This is naturally …

I have always been a huge fan of green tea, either in a tea, or as part of another product. I’ve always been a tea drinker, but it was always those sugary powdered varieties, and rarely a healthier green tea variety. But, a friend of mine turned me on …

If you are one of the people who has always been told by their dentist that they need to floss but you can never force yourself to commit because of the strain that it puts on your teeth then believe me I am just like you and I have …

This Northwest Medical Center Urgent Care location (Ina & Shannon Rd)is close to my home, and for that reason I have used it on several ocassions. Recently, however, I have been opting to drive an extra four miles or so to visit a NextCare Urgent Care on Oracle. Why? …

I’m one of those people too lazy to wash her face with something else than water in the mornings, but one day a friend who had bought two pieces of Clinique Facial Soap decided to give one to me, and I tried it.
It looks a little like a normal …

I am always trying new lotions to find the perfect one. Now that I am getting older and a little more vain than I used to be, I decided to try a lotion that promised results to help defy age. I decided to try Nivea Age Defying Moisturizer to …

I’ve always, ever since I was a little girl, had a hard time sleeping. I remember, when I was young, staying in bed for two or three hours while sleep eluded me, and this process has continued on over the years. I supposed you could call it “delayed sleep …

The CVS brand of cough drops actually work relatively well, although they are eclipsed in both strength and speed when compared with the Recola brand. I purchased these once because they were on sale for one dollar and ninety-nine cents for a pack of eighty cough drops. I felt …

The worst thing about having a stuffy nose, is having a stuffy nose at night when trying to sleep. I’ve used various products, but one I like more than some are the Breathe Right Nasal Strips, the clear version in a 30 strip pack. They are fairly …

I have owned a Total Gym for years. I recently upgraded to the Total Gym 1800 because it had some improved features, and my old one was starting to deteriorate from years and years of use. What I love about the Total Gym 1800 is that there are …

When needing a really good quality cuticle pusher, I decided on a Tweezerman Cuticle Pusher and Nail Cleaner, because they had a good reputation for being well made. It was a little expensive, costing me around $12 on sale, but it’s such good quality, that I know it …

Last week we had our final visit with Dr. Gunkle. We met Dr. Gunkle a little over a year ago when my son broke both bones in his arm.
The night my son broke his arm we were told the doctors working were going to sedate my son and …

I furnish the wash basin with personal toiletries. And the sink can’t be complete without hand soap. At home I feel at peace only when my hands are clean. Handwashing with soap and water is a practice that sometimes compromises our skin-conscious selves (down the drain …