I have worn soft contact lenses for over 20 years and during that time, I have tried every brand of contact lens solution available. I rarely see any difference, so I generally buy the cheapest one, because solution can be pretty expensive. In the past few years, most of …

I just received my Wai Lana Yoga Beginners Workout DVD in the mail yesterday, and I couldn’t be happier. Since learning of Wai Lana and the Easy Yoga Series, I feel as if I have discovered a whole new world.
Honestly, Wai Lana Yoga is …

For the uninitiated, Vinegreat Hongcho Pomegranate Vinegar is a popular health drink in Korea. I am from the Philippines and I have never heard of this product until Friday last week when me and my friends from school chanced upon this newly openned Korean health food store just near …

When my dentist told me that I would be needing to irrigate the pockets where I had developing gum disease, I was a little intimidated by all the products out there. I ended up with a WaterPik device, which I had some difficulty with and returned but never bought another …

Eucerin is a moisturizing lotion that can be used to meet your daily skin needs with or without sun block. It can also be used for relief of, or prevention of the skin conditions, eczema or psoriasis. The lotion can be purchased at any department or cosmetic store. …

Although this product seems to be hard to find now, I really enjoy it. Whenever I have a cold, I like to take a hot bath with a mentholated bubble bath or salt that helps to soothe my sinuses and chest. Sometimes I don’t have time for a bath though, …

I babysit my neighbor’s young son often, when she travels for work. When he spends the night at my house, I try to make it fun for him. One thing that I found he really loves is dinosaurs- so when I saw this product I bought a twelve pack because …

I’ve lost track of how many Firm workouts I’ve tried but each time I am amazed at how different they all are. My latest workout from the Firm Parts series, the Standing Legs Workout, requires loads of stamina to get through the 42 minute total length of …

My feet tend to get severely dry and cracked which is something that I’m always frustrated with. I first discovered this at a CVS a few months ago, I wanted to give it a try because the store associate told me it was one of the best to …

I have had fibromyalgia-type symptoms since I was seventeen. I am now forty. It is extremely difficult for a doctor to arrive at a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, and there has been much debate over the true identity of my illness over the years.
Since nothing the doctors ever gave me …

I have heard many times in my life that vitamin c is good for the immune system. Considering that colds seem to run through my household like crazy, I try to incorporate vitamin c for healthier living. I have taken a few different vitamin c supplements and think that …

One of the daily supplements I take each day to help with my asthma and simply to help keep my immune system functioning properly is Nature’s Bounty Vitamin E Supplements. They help block the free radical cells that cause my asthma attacks as well as help prevent other lung …

I bought a package of these because they looked like a good compromise for flossing. At the time, I was having trouble finding a floss that would work better for my close together teeth, and I had heard that interdental brushes removed far more than floss but they seemed …

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 …

Always on a search for the latest and best bath products (or older ones I have not tried yet) I came across this Abra Green Tea Tonic bath to give a try. I have fibromyalgia and I benefit greatly from hot baths as they soothe my muscle pain and help …

This is a review for a facial moisturizer I cannot find locally, although it is made by an American company. It may be available but so far I have not found it, unless perhaps it is packaged or marketed differently. The product is made by Neutrogena, and is called Ultimate …

Listerine mouth wash was one brand of mouthwash that I used to use frequently. Somehow suddenly I left the habit of using it. As I became pregnant and started all the nausea and vomiting, I vbegan to feel the necessity again. I started having the feeling …

I drink a lot of tea, and I would like something to counter the effects of this habit on the look of my teeth. I cannot afford professional whitening, and I have used a few toothpastes but the results are not as dramatic as I would like. Whitening strips …

I always change my deodorant because my underarm is sensitive. I am in search of the best - if not the best at least something that will compliment my underarm. Recently I have discovered Deonat and ever since then we we’re bestfriends.
Deonat is a brand of deodorant that is …

I have a problem with nose dryness and crustiness in the winter months. The heating in our home causes the air to become very dry and I often wake with a very uncomfortable nose, sometimes even a bleeding one. When falling alseep at night, I find it particularly irritating when …

Kudos to Dollarama Baby Wipes, this product has not only made my life easier, it has also made my life safer from any microbial infection. I have only been with this product for two months now, but constant use I am sure, have saved me from countless instances …

There are many skin products out there on the market. I have tried a number of them. Sometimes one particular product seems perfect for just your needs. When I was a teenager, the 30 year old next door neighbor brought over some 10-0-6 that she had …

When I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed, it was an oral health nightmare. The tooth had a large infected cyst around it, the tooth was very difficult to remove, and the surgery left me with severe nerve damage to the side of my lip and face for many …

A couple years ago I decided to get my life on track and start living a healthier lifestyle. I was over-weight and worked really hard to lose it, and I did manage to lose almost 60 pounds in a six month period, and I felt good, but not great, …

The first time I ever used Solarcaine First Aid Spray was over 20 years ago while on vacation in Florida, and I have been using it ever since.
Solarcaine is an absolute must have tool for any family first aid kit. To begin with Solarcaine really, really works. If you …

I am a huge believer in Naturopathy and using natural products to promote my healing and well being. Recently after a bad bout of illness and a really bad ear infection, my immune system was feeling really run down. I couldn’t understand it at first, I had had three …

One of my husband’s biggest problem before is his smelly feet, especially after he had worn his shoes the whole day. We’ve tried a lot of remedies, including those that the old folks had suggested like washing the feet with water that was boiled with some herbal plants that …

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 …

After some serious spring cleaning, my hands were in desperate need of moisturizing and repairing care. Being on a tight budget, I looked for a good product that didn’t cost too much. A lady at the pharmacy counter recommended Coco Butter Cream made by Cococare.
I …

I like to make my own massage and bath oils using carrier and essential oils. I have found a few companies that I trust for ordering essential oils, and Now Foods is one of them. I decided that I wanted an oil that was very spicy and sensual to match …

In the last few weeks, I had been experiencing a severe shoulder pain- for the reasons best unknown to me. The pain which thrived right in the middle on the upper side of both my shoulders was making me feel very uncomfortable and irritated. I found it really difficult …

As the famous line in a local commercial goes, ” it is difficult to get sick in times of financial crisis”. True, we always need to watch our health otherwise we might end up getting sick and it means leave of absence and consequently salary deduction. But what everyone must …

I have been using the Aquafresh toothbrush for many months now on a daily basis. I am very happy about using it and think it does an excellent job cleaning my teeth everyday. I would love to share my experience with you.
First of all, I must note the unique …

Oral hygiene is very important. Having white teeth, healthy gum and a fresh breath is really a must. So taking care of our teeth is one of the responsibilities we should not take for granted.
Being a smoker, oral hygiene is one of my problems. I am smoking since …

Mouthwash is vital for my oral hygiene as brushing alone is not enough and it is much convenient to bring alone than a toothbrush and toothpaste when I’m outside. One of the new mouthwashes in the market that I tried is the Colgate Plax. After a week it was …

I love Philosophy products and buy them every now and then for various parts of my body. When it comes to feet, I have to go with Philosophy Soul Owner Exfoliating Foot Cream because I love it for the way it makes my feet silky smooth. It …

Awhile back, a friend called me on the phone and asked—“ “Don’t you use thickening stuff on your hair?” Oh yes, I do and I will try anything. My hair is thinning quickly on top and I give every new product a chance. I’ve tried many different brands, both …

One of my favorite herbal teas to drink when I need relief from stress and tension is Celestial Seasonings Herbal Tension Tamer Tea. The tea has a nice minty and warm spice flavor to it and a very nice blend of relaxing and calming herbs in it. It helps …

When I was trying to become pregnant with my daughter, I used various brands of pregnancy tests, but the one I preferred most was first Response Early Result Pregnancy Test. I’ve used it a few times since then, over the years, when a “scare” would come around, and …

I drink a lot of sugary milk tea so I have to take proper care of my teeth. I don’t have a bad breath problem but I have a history of dental problems. I did get some fixes on cavities done when I was in school. I …

Since germs travel so fast in my home, it is important for me to use whatever measures necessary to kill germs. I hate being sick and I hate it even more when my kids get sick. I have had a hard time dealing with everyone’s illness in the past …

After battling a tooth abcess for months and taking several antibiotics, my breath and oral health was simply a mess. The probiotics I was taking to counteract the effect of the antibiotics would take some time to fully work, so I wanted something to treat the bad taste in my …

After having spent a vacation with family and friends for about a month, I realized that my feet had started looked quite tired and dull. The skin looked quite dry and my toe nails seem to have lost their shine and luster. The fact that I always took …

Well, it’s that time of year when I have to start focusing on caring for my skin in more ways than just moisturizing. Unfortunatley, I have a very pale complexion which I actually normally love because pale is totally in on the runway any time of year, but when …

I went to this Jakarta Skin Center few times. It was few years ago, when I had a problem with my skin face. There were too many acne on my skin face so I decided to visit Jakarta Skin Center to get some treatment.
I heard from some friends that …

For about a half a year now I have been on the local Weight Watchers program to lose about 40 pounds. Over that time I have lost the goal of 40 pounds to be the healthy weight I am now, and to learn the healthy habits that we should …

When I had an itchy skin episode that was related to a chemical problem in the pool, I used up the last bit of a bottle of Sarna, and then went to the store for more. The Sarna was out of stock, so I decided to try the Gold Bond …

I’ve owned this toothbrush for years and ever since after I started using it, I haven’t gotten any cavities, so it works really well. I don’t even brush my teeth three times a day, it’s more like once or twice because I always forget!
There are lots of things I …

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 …

I tried these collagen masks on a whim. I had not spoken to anyone who had ever used one, but the idea was unique to me, so I gave it a shot, sight unseen.
I turned forty one this year and have become a little paranoid about my skin …