I recently lost a lot of weight, which has been great for my self confidence. Before this, I had managed to gain a bit because of a stressful home situation, and I developed such embarrassment about my weight that I would dread any kind of interaction with other people and …

I got a complete pampering kit of Ooh La Spa from my brother. It includes a 250 ml tube of body wash, a 200 ml body butter, and a 180 ml cologne. Every time my brother and sister-in-law would vacation here, I always notice their distinct smell, …

I try to keep a lip balm with some sun protection with me at all times, in case I need to be outdoors longer than planned. I want to keep my lips as healthy (and kissable) as possible. I prefer that my lip balms have natural ingredients now rather than …

I love doing my toenails and as I am perpetually broke I almost always do my own Pedicures. I hate having to dig through my make up bag to find my nail file and clippers and all the other stuff I need to do a Pedicure with at home. …

I love to make my own health care products, and with the wide array of quality ingredients available for order on the internet, it is easy to do. I have found two companies who I love to get my supplies from—“ and one of them is Sweet Cakes.
When I wanted …

After trying the Kirk’s bar soap and liking it, I saw the liquid version and wanted to get some for my kitchen since I was running low. I go through kitchen soap like water, and I thought this might be a good bargain since other castile soaps I had used …

I had a temporary job over Christmas where I had to take over from someone else’s shift and work on the same keyboard as them. Seeing as I noticed some of my colleagues had a habit of picking their noses and sneezing everywhere (yes, ewww!), that grossed me …

While at the local health store, I came across Citric C Tabs. There are 90 tablets in the bottle. Each one is 1100 milligrams of Vitamin C. This is more than the recommended daily dosage for Vitamin C but there are other good ingredients in the Citric C Tabs.
I …

I tried taking Fitrum last year when I noticed that I’m gaining weight. I decided to try it because my job doesn’t allow me to move that much or get some exercise. During my days off from work, I’d just stay home and watch movies. I don’t have a …

I’m a huge fan of the scent of eucalyptus. I frequent some Renaissance festivals that carry essential oil perfumes, and I always end up buying something with this scent in it because I find it so relaxing and inviting and sometimes even invigorating depending on my mood. I had …

Dettol Healthy Touch Hand Wash promises to kill 99.9% of bacteria and it was this aspect that attracted me to this product, but I was disappointed that it was not as moisturising as it says it is. I do have to make sure to apply hand cream after …

This is one of the worst diets I have ever tried. It is very similar to the ever popular Atkins diet. Basically the philosophy of this diet is that carbohydrates are bad and protein is good. The difference between the South Beach Diet and Atkins are that South Beach …

Upon joining Forever Living, one of the very first products that I was introduced to was the Aloe Ever-Shield Deodorant Stick.
I have always tended to be an aerosol user, so a deodorant stick was something new to me, but I was keen to try it.
Opening it proved a little …

I’m a little obsessive compulsive when it comes to first aid, but more so when it comes specifically to my ears. I’ve been known to clean out my ears with a q-tip to such an extent that it actually damages or rubs raw the inside of my ear, and …

After my wedding day, I vowed to lose weight because I felt ugly with all those “excess baggage”. I did not want to take slimming pills, I have tried one before but I did not see the effect. This time, I tried a product endorsed by a popular tv …

I am really a long time user of Vaseline Petroleum Jelly even before I switch to Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Cream. Though I have the creamy formula, I always see to it that I have the jelly one. This is already a part of my health habit when it comes …

For all those obsessively clean people, or those who are germaphobes, there is a wonderful product available that allows you to fully embrace your inner OCD. I found Lysol Disinfecting Wipes while I was looking for some convenient disinfectant to take with me while I was going to be …

I have fibromyalgia and it has been hypothesized that I may also have a mild case of lupus, based on some blood test anomalies. Since lupus affects the collagen tissues in joints, this product was of interest to me as it is supposed to help lubricate and balance the fluids …

I have a poor habit of eating so the doctor told me I should take multivitamin to help me get the most nutrient vitamin and mineral I can get. So I went to my local rite aid pharmacy and grab this one a day teen advantage complete multivitamin for …

I have thinning hair, and I have learned lately that sulfates might contribute to hair loss for some people. Obviously, I do not want to keep using something if there is a chance it could make this worse, so I have switched to using sulfate free products, for about 90% …

This past summer there were some days when I really felt that the sun was burning me and having read so many magazine articles about the dangers of being burnt and the direct link to skin cancer, I decided to copy the Australian cricketers and try a …

Listerine Agent Cool Blue Bubble Blast Tinting Rinse was originally designed to help younger children learn to better brush their teeth. However, I’ve recently discovered that this amazing product works just as well for adults too!
Listerine Agent Cool Blue Tinting Rinse is a mouthwash that is designed to teach …

When I hurt my back at work years ago, I was unable to move without extreme pain. I hobbled to the emergency clinic, where I was told to stay in bed for two days without walking, take the anti-inflammatory drugs they gave me, and use Banalg pain reliever. Being a …

Ivory soap is known as a gentle soap and that is one of the reasons that I decided to try it. I am constantly trying new things just to see if I can find something better. I purchased a three pack of Ivory Soap at the grocery store for …

In order to write this review, I must admit something embarrassing to you…I am a “closet” cigarette smoker. I’m not proud of it but there it is, right out in the open now for everyone to know. For years, I would try different types of toothpaste brands searching for …

My daughters, age 8 and 11 years old respectively, are picky eaters. It is a daily challenge for me to ensure that they eat a balanced meal, have enough energy to manage school and other daily activities. Just like other children, they are active and gets hungry often.
To …

Love this place for facials. For my birthday my husband gave me gift certificate so I went to this spa to get a facial and just loved this place. The place is really nice and they pamper you with all the good products. They have different types of facials. …

I had always known that drinking at least eight glasses of water a day is important for good health. However, to be honest I never paid much attention to it. In fact, sometimes I would pass a day with only having had one glass of water. Before I knew …

My friend and her husband had been trying for some time to become pregnant, and I happened to be with her when she finally got the good news. What was amazing to me, and likely to her as well, was the home pregnancy test she chose to buy and …

I went through a vitamin C obsession period a couple of years ago. I had found a facial product that was high in the vitamin, and loved its effects on my skin. As I sought out others, I began learning about all of the many health benefits of the vitamin …

I have a diagnosis of chronic pain but was being treated with a narcotic pain reliever; Lortab. Some people refer to it as hydrocodone or Vicodin. I not only built up a tolerance to the narcotic pain medication, but was also worried I was becoming addicted to it. I …

I purchased this cleanser because of my past experiences with neutrogena products. Neutrogena has a fine reputation of making more gentle and effective acne treating products you can get at the pharmacy. Here are the highlights of this product.
It smells great. Like most neutrogena products it …

Lip balms have always been my favorite fashion accessory and I had loads of them (with different flavors) all over the place. In fact I husband even jokes about it saying that I could easily open up a store of lip balms with my collection. But still I if …

I was traveling over seas visiting relatives in China a couple years ago, and I really didn’t take too well to the harsh climate, which was hot and humid and generally miserable that time of year when I went, and I was constantly experiencing problems, mostly associated with my …

I use liquid soaps at the church office where I volunteer, and since I am the one there most of the time, I choose which soaps to bring in. When I was out with the flu for a couple of weeks, I came back to find that I had …

I bought this shampoo because my hair was dry and I figured a name like “Moisture Maniac” had to mean it would help moisturize. Makes sense, right? I thought so. This is a ten dollar bottle of shampoo, from a company that I generally have liked in the …

I saw this product once when I was browsing the aisle with shelves containing different household items in my favorite supermarket. I was just passing the time so I had the luxury of checking most of the items there and scouting for new things that I really need at …

I try to add fiber to my diet, to help with weight loss and aid in treating irritable bowel syndrome.
I’ve used a lot of different fiber products, and Benefiber mix is one of my favorites. The plain powder was the first product I started with, and I was so …

This is a face cream I bought one winter when my skin was feeling really dry and was quite scaly I chose this because of the alpha glycolic acid content. This acid has an exfoliating effect similar to a gentle face peel, without the irritation from scrubs or exfoliating sponges/loofah.
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I like to make sure that I have everything that I need in case of an emergency or if I ever need first aid of any kind. I found a great first aid kit that can go along with me in the car. It was the Band-Aid Portable Travel …

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 always trying to lose weight, and the idea of being able to sleep it off is a nice one. That’s what attracted me to the product, initially, although I know that is a fairy tale. What this product actually is, is liquid collagen. I became more interested after learning …

I have worn contacts for years, but in the last few years I gave them up temporarily due to eye sensitivity.
When I began waering them again, I noticed that I had a hard time getting them in and out. My nails had grown longer, and I really didn’t want to …

When going through a difficult and stressful time, I tried a few natural remedies. Some worked, some did not. This is one that seemed to work, at least moderately. What I liked about this one was that it did not make me feel sleepy. I could be completely clear headed …

I bought Max Fitness Exercise Ball for a price of $5 last October 2009. I should say I was really glad to buy it because it is a great fitness ball that got me happy and without worries.
Max Fitness Exercise Ball was made by Max Fitness, so I …

I always believed that having beautiful looking skin needed a little care and attention. For this I always trusted in using different types of face packs which helped me keep my skin clear and looking young. Of all the face packs I used so far, my all time favorite …

My lips have a tendency to be very dry, and the winter weather season has done nothing to alleviate my problem. Aside from very dry skin, I often find myself trying to combat parched and chapped lips. Although I know that there are several medicated products available …

I decided a few months ago that I wanted to get my body back into shape. This is really hard for me because I have children and I work full time. I often feel like I don’t have time for me. …

I take a hot bath every night to assist in treating the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia, and the general stress of life that we all can use a break from. Since I have been using this therapy, my life has become more normal and I have struggled much less with …

I am diabetic, and I received this lotion as part of a wellness kit from a seminar on diabetes. It is really meant for people who tend to suffer from serious leg and foot problems, like infections, although it could certainly be used as a preventative. I tried it out …