Plasters are something that every home medical box needs to contain in abundance, and I certainly would not like ever to be without a good stock of the things. Of course major brands such as Band-Aid and Elastoplast take up a very sizeable chunk of the market, but most …

When I purchased my new set of contacts, it came with a contact lens case to keep the lenses safe when they weren’t in my eyes and to help keep them moisturized. The case gets a little raggedy looking after a while and dirty to boot. I wanted to …

Every now and then, my eyes get very itchy and irritated. It is usually during allergy season and it doesn’t feel good. I decided to try Clear Eyes Maximum Eye Drops to see if that would help relieve my eyes. I purchased the Clear Eyes Eye Drops from Walmart …

Honestly, I am a regular user of Close-Up. Happee is a local brand here in the Philippines. The makers are from the Lamoiyan Corporation. What is the reason why I use Happee aside from Close-Up, it is for the reason that I found out that the factory workers working …

I take pride in my teeth, and like to keep them as clean as possible. Since I smoke, it is a little bit more difficult to keep my teeth clean than others. I don’t always do my toothbrush shopping myself, and my husband brought me a toothbrush that I …

Back when there were only a few options for good quality shower gels, Rainbath was one of the most popular and sophisticated ones around. The classic product has remained the same through many years, a testament to its quality, and an ever-shining star for the Neutrogena company.
I first …

I’m not really sure I have dry mouth, that is I’ve not been diagnosed with this condition. I was just looking for an alcohol free mouthwash. I apologize in advance to anyone who has this condition and wants to know if this product is a good treatment for it. …

I have fibromyalgia, and one of the things I do to help deter the flare ups and symptoms is to use natural remedies. Arnica is a substance that has been used extensively in preparations to decrease the pain from bruises and muscle soreness. I have found it countless times …

I bought a trial size of this product at Walmart. I have used the brand’s other fragrances in the past and generally was very satisfied. I have never owned a bottle of Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue, but I tried some on in the department store several times and …

Tampax Pearl Pocket Tampons are the worst feminine product that I have ever used. Don’t let the fact that they are pocket sized lure you in! I do not recommend these to anyone.
I’ll admit that I was ecstatic for these feminine products. I love most Tampax Pearl products. I …

I am forty one, and beginning to panic over the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now I can finally share in the obsession that I observed while working in a drug store for many years when I was younger.
I have had fairly good experience with some Ponds products recently, …

When I was given a hot stone massage kit by Conair, I found the heating unit to be fine, but the stones included were completely wrong. It is the basalt stones which are intended for hot stone massage, not any old rock out of the garden, which is what the …

I recently put in an order for two soaps made by Juvelie, a New York company that makes natural soap products and other health care items.
One of the soaps I chose was the green tea and honey. It just sounded really refreshing and calming, and it would …

Though I’ve always had skin problems (which have lessened into adulthood), I was hoping it was something my kids wouldn’t have to deal with in their teens. My oldest is fourteen and my youngest is twelve, and both of them are showing signs of acne, especially my oldest. I …

Today is the day I celebrate the birth of my second daughter. She was born at 8:34 this morning via c-section at a healthy 7 pounds, 15 ounces.
That’s why I want to take a minute to give my thanks to the Beaver Dam Community Hospital for helping us in …

I remember when I saw this new toothbrush advertising on television, Colgate’s 360 Toothbrush with Cheek and Tongue Cleaner, I never thought I would buy one for myself because I do agree that dental hygiene is important but I already had my method for cleaning my tongue and gums.
Well …

I recently had TWO horrible experiences at this Walmart Pharmacy location…
It all started with a really bad dental abscess that I needed antibiotics for. I picked this location specifically because it is close to where I reside and it would’ve been very convenient to pick up right after work. …

Recently when I woke up one fine morning- I was feeling quite uncomfortable because I had been experiencing pain at the back of my neck. When I tried to find out the reason of my neck pain —“ I discovered that I had been accidentally sleeping on two pillows …

I am not a big fan of thongs. I have never found them to be comfortable, and generally I would not wear them on a day when I thought I might be having my period. However, since I was given some as a gift, and it seemed like the logical …

I really had a hard time loosing all the weight that I had gained during my first pregnancy. My sister who was once having the same problem recommended me to take zhen de shou, a chinese herbal medicine which helps trim down one’s weight in a short period …

I have a sleep disorder, related to fibromyalgia, where my brain will not stay in the deepest stage of sleep for a long enough period of time to allow my body to recover. This pays havoc with every body system, including the muscles and nerves. I have been taking …

I have had migraines for years, and I have tried just about everything out there that claims to relieve or prevent them. Still, once in awhile I see something I have not tried. When I saw these bands that are supposed to use acupressure points to relieve the …

I purchased Jergens Natural Glow Daily, Medium tone because it claimed that it would give you skin a suntan type tone that looked natural while moisturizing your skin. I purchase the lotion for $7.94 for a 7.5 oz. tube. That is a high price but if it worked the …

I went to this hospital facility as early as 30th week into my third pregnancy. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, so my obgyn asked me to do the non-stress test (NST) to check the status of my baby twice a week. Compared to last 2 family birth centers …

Head & Shoulders Smooth & Silky Shampoo is not so smooth and silky. This shampoo is not one of Head & Shoulders best products. I will admit I loved the design of the bottle. It has a nice ergonomic shame a blue lid and writing in pink. It is …

Someone bought me this product, because I am a fan of Burt’s Bees and have used a lot of their products. It was pretty costly—“ I had seen it in stores but never bought any myself, because basically it is an alcohol based hand sanitizer, which is really no different …

Salon Grafix is a brand I have not used often, but I did try this product, as I wanted something like a detangler for quick fixes. When I was out in the wind one day, my hair became a matted mess, and I decided then that I would benefit from …

I admit that I’m not one of those women blessed with beautiful nails. This sometimes felt quiet discouraging and I would secretly envy whenever I saw anyone with beautiful looking nails. Though I did try revving my nails through regular manicures and various moisturizing creams, their effect seemed quiet …

I suffer from mild carpal tunnel syndrome which is often aggravated when I type. I finally visited my Physician and he recommended I buy Tensor Wrist Brace with Splint for my right wrist. I had my Pharmacist help me select this product, and I was impressed with the fact …

In the summertime or when I am out in the direct sun I like to protect my lips with Blistex Lip Protectant in Herbal Answer SPF 15. It not only helps protect my lips, but it also helps prevent my lips from getting cold sores and fever blisters on …

All the past flue panics have left a mark on me for sure. I was always a bit of a “germaphobe” but events in past few years have made me even more cautious. I bought this solution so that I can disinfect my hands if I am in places …

I needed to lose some weight and began to take some aerobics classes. They used “The Step” in the class in order to get a better workout. I then decided to purchase a video for aerobics so that I could do it from home. I found The Step at Walmart …

Till a few months back I used to have a lot of problems in teeth while consuming hot or cold drinks and food items.My teeth used to ache whenever I eat or drink something cold or hot.The pain used to be so severe that I, at sometime stopped eating …

I have always had a fascination for skin care products particularly those which were natural and free from all kind of chemicals and other artificial ingredients. Since these products have less chances of causing any kind of side effects to my skin, I always felt that these products …

I feel that hygiene is one of the more important parts of staying healthy. I sweat quite a bit through the day and have to use quality antiperspirant and deodorants to stay dry and fresh throughout the day. I do not always pick up my own deodorant and sent …

Since I have thinning hair, I have tried many shampoos and different kinds of products to either thicken it or at least make it seem thicker. One of my favorite shampoos has always been Paul Mitchell’s tea tree shampoo. I love the clean feeling and gentle tingle on …

When we have a poor immune system, we become vulnerable to disease such as cold. Nobody wants to be confined in a bed, unable to do anything other than sleep and take medicines. I do like to stay on bed to sleep for a while, but not to recuperate, …

Breath Right nose strips are used to clear and open you nasal passages in order to help you breath easier. This product will help make you feel more comfortable with causing you frustration. Breath Right nose strips are highly recommended for asthmatics and individuals who breath and snore heavily.
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I really didn’t have any intention to buy a new pillow but last January 2011 at the SM Department Store at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, there was a big sale. What caught my attention was a big sign for …

I fell for a sales pitch and ended up spending a lot of money for this product. I have combination skin, with seasonal differences. In the winter, I have dry areas that really need a heavier moisturizer and I can only use cream-based cleansers and not soap or foaming cleansers …

My partner and I both love to give and receive massages. I have fibromyalgia so it has great health benefits for me, and my partner says it helps with tension headaches and back pain. As well as being healthy, it can also be very romantic, and we are always looking …

I stand a lot, so I tend to get calluses on my heels and the ball of my foot. Since I am diabetic, I need to keep my feet in good shape so I don’t end up getting infections in the future and their dreaded sinister complications. This means keeping …

Like most people, I seldom believe what is presented to me in infomercials found on television. In fact, I don’t think I have ever purchased anything off of TV until recently. The AB Circle Pro is an exercise machine that has been thoroughly marketed on nearly every …

As many chronic pain suffers know, the prescribed medications we must take have side effects. The dilemma I face, as many others do, is how much risk am I willing to take. Do I medicate my pain today without considering long-range damage, or live with pain that causes permanent …

Keeping my skin looking clean and healthy was perhaps one of the greatest secret of my beautiful looking skin. For this reason, I always tried experimenting with the different types of skin cleaners available in the market. The fact that I have had the experience of using quiet a …

When I had an outdoor hot tub for a few months when I lived in Texas, I was thrilled to find out that I could add fragrances to it. You cannot add the products you would put in your bath water because they can clog the filter, and completely unbalance …

This herbal medicine to me is a miracle rug. It’s really not an herbal medicine but more like a fruit extract. You can buy it at the whole foods store for around $7. Now the price is really high considering the size of the bottle but it isn’t something …

On occasion my feet get excessively moist from wearing pantyhose and this causes my feet to give off a foot odor. Like any woman this is a have not, and I refuse to have smelly feet. I did not even want to imagine what it will do …

I’ve used a couple of Grandpa’s soaps and found them quaint and pleasurable, as well as good quality, old fashioned soap. I had been having a little trouble with itchy skin one winter and was using oatmeal bath to help with that problem. Since I came across an oatmeal …

I bought this Degree product for a couple of reasons. I was bored with the product I was using at home, I had used Degree before and liked it, and the scent was nice. While I think it is great to cash in on the latest trends, I have to …