Mentholatum, with its strong, minty aroma, is meant to relieve minor aches and congestion. It’s one of those products that’s been around for ages—”my mother used it, my grandmother used it, and I’m sure yours did, too. Whenever I have a stuffy nose or pain in my …

If you’re like me you’ve tried numerous diet/weight loss plans to lose the stubborn extra ten pounds, or you’ve made numerous promises to yourself that you would get in shape and exercise more. I have often bought exercise DVD’s in the past with good intentions, but it either never …

In the past, I have usually opted to wear pads during my menstrual period, but occasionally I wear tampons as well. The reason I have normally ended up not using tampons is because the flow varies, and since I only bought one type, it was only practical to use …

Tired of itchy legs after shaving with soap or body wash, I decided to try some shave cream made for women to use in the shower. There were several brands available, and I chose Pure Silk, which is made by Barbasol. It was inexpensive, and there was a …

There are many gyms, fitness centers and workout places across Key West but they are all so different from one another, and some of them are a lot better to go to than others, however the Key West Island gym on White street is one of the best gyms …

In this tropical country where I am in right now, it is really hot and humid. And the tendency is my skin tends to be dry. I have used a moisturizing soap but I think it is still not enough. There are also instances when I have to stay …

My poor kids seem to be the most mosquito friendly children in the world, because we literally can’t go anywhere during the months of june-october without them getting eaten up alive by mosquitos. I could be standing right next to them, and they would get all the bites and …

I’ve been taking a drug called amitriptyline for many years, to help me sleep. My brain apparently does not like to stay in the deepest stage of sleep for long enough to do any good, so I have to have something that will keep it there. While the drug …

I read about this product in a magazine, and women were raving about how it transformed their eyes. It is recommended for increasing firmness, hydrating and to ward off oxidative stress and free radical damage. I have been looking for a good eye cream, since I am over forty now …

When I was younger and in high school, I never used deodorant, and trust me, that made me quite an oddball to my fellow students as well as a target for secret ridicule from the nastier girls in class. But the reason why I never wore deodorant was for the …

NordicTrack CX 925 Elliptical is cool exercising equipment; I have placed it in my room. As the equipment comes in sub assembled parts, and it’s therefore, possible to assemble and disassemble it. This exercising device is a fascinating piece to ride on; I just love walking on it. I …

Most teenagers face a common problem, and that is their face per se. It is common for most teenagers to have acne or commonly called pimples. It is in the adolescence stage wherein a person starts to feel infatuation and starts be concerned with his or her face. And …

I am very particular with my hygiene. Specially that i am a woman. We got some discharges and if we wont use pantyliners it will cause a very bad odor. Of all the pantyliners that i used, this Carefree Pantyliner only gives me the kind of freshness that last …

When my old mattress was giving out and became painful to sleep on, I was on a budget and could not afford to replace it right away, so I tried several toppers for the mattress to see if that would get me through until I could afford a new mattress.
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Binaca Breath Spray - Peppermint is something that I tried once but I most definitely will not try again. The primary reason I will not purchase this product again is because it quite simply does not seem to last all that long in its battle against bad breath germs. …

I am 24 and I still have acne problems, so up to this moment I have tried lots of cosmetics. I no more trust promising advertisements, including nicely made ads of Vichy. When I just began to use the Vichy Normaderm, the result was obvious. In two weeks my …

I have GERD, and take proton pump inhibitors for it, but sometimes I have break-through symptoms, and my doctor suggested that I can take over the counter antacids for these episodes. Tums is a calcium based antacid, and has always been a brand that I like to keep on hand. …

This 40g (1.4oz) is one of the best muscle rubs I have used. I use this 40g gel when I feel aches coming after a long day at the computer or after a strenous workout in the gym or after doing a long jog round the neighbourhood. This gel …

In the past, fish oil was all the rave, and so many people were purchasing it for the numerous amounts of health benefits it had. So I guess the raving sort of lessened and diminished! Now a days I hear krill oil is way more effective and potent than …

I was having some sever symptoms that were bothering me for days. I felt the worse I had ever felt out of the blue. I had sporadic chills, sporadic sweats, fever, and sever abdominal and back pain. I also had some serious fatigue. I slept for two days straight …

I decided to try this Desert Essence toothpaste because I have used their tea tree oil and was very pleased with it. I was not sure what to expect with it containing the oil—“ I had not tasted what tea tree was supposed to taste like before. The smell …

I originally bought this oil to use just for its aroma, but since I had it, I decided to try it for a natural insect repellent. This was the first product by nature’s Alchemy that I have used, and I was very pleased with the quality of the oil. It …

Since acai berry has become a very popular fruit due to its many health benefits I thought I would give it a try. This small grape sized black fruit is rich in minerals, fiber and has a high concentration of anti oxidants. The over all health benefits of this …

Normally I use white noise or soft music and nature sounds to help me sleep every night. This works pretty well unless there is something specifically noisy going on, like having a loud snorer visit the house overnight, or the neighbors deciding to have a party. That kind of …

A few days back due to attack of severe cold and cough, my life seemed to come to a stand still. In fact what really started with just sneezing - gradually ended in up with severe cold and high fever. Even after taking the medications suggested by the physician …

For as long as I have been running, which is over twenty years, I have heard from everyone from fellow runners to doctors to strangers’ testimonials that glucosamine sulfate is a wonder supplement for reducing joint pain. I have suffered from joint pain, and as with all my various …

The One Touch brand Ultra Mini is a Blood Glucost Monitoring System. I’ve been using it for 3 months to monitor my blood-sugars for gestational diabetes. It’s quick and easy. I’m sure with a little help a 4 year old could master this device. The only problem I’ve run …

As a fair skinned person, with a history of possible lupus as well, I have to be very careful concerning my exposure to the sun. I’ve been a loyal fan of No-Ad brand products for years. They offer very affordable and reliable sun protection products. My most …

There are many different types that you can recieve from the doctor. The best thing to do is to go to your doctor and talk to them about what you require. One contraceptive pill is called dianette - this is ok, but i did find that it slightly …

I am always looking for a good sugar substitute. I do not want to give up sweet flavors or adding sweetener to tea and coffee. I came across the SunnyDew Liquid Stevia at the local health store. They had a deal to buy one for around 25 bucks and …

I suffer with dry eyes on and off, usually due to computer work and long nights. My eyes become irritable and painful and may even keep me awake at night with burning and foreign body sensations. I’ve been using Systane brand lubricant drops and have been very happy with …

MMPi Skin Regenerating Serum was created by Patricia Wexler M.D Dermatology. This product is part of her line of skincare to combat anti-aging. I felt that since a doctor who actually works on the skin performing cosmetic surgeries daily could come up with a product line to …

Smoking cigarette is definitely something that will complete my day. I have been smoking since I was in highschool, and now that I have reached the age of 26, I’m starting to think of some alternatives to lessen up, or better yet, quit smoking.
I tried using an electronic cigarette …

I received this metal box of talcum powder as a gift. Although I do not normally use talc as it is associated with health risks, I made an exception for this product. I just don’t use it near “intimate areas” where I would normally use powder. When I use this …

I picked up this little lip balm when I was traveling and got chapped lips from being in the cold wind. It’s a little different in how it is made. It’s a rather large tube, and the product slides rather than twists out. This is kind of cool and convenient …

I’m not the type of man to talk about the work out equipment that I buy because some times it just becomes embarrassing. I bought the AB Circle Pro Machine thinking that I could get my abs together over the summer. First of all, let me state that I’m …

I don’t consider myself old but they say that at my age of 35 I should take extra care of my skin as signs of ageing start to become apparent. Five weeks ago I was in the supermarket doing my regular weekly shopping. I decided to look …

I was offered this cream by a relative when I complained of menstrual cramps. She said it didn’t work too well for her but I was welcome to try it, so I took it home. Without really reading the label, I slathered some on my lower back and belly, in …

I gained weight before and it caused me to have this love handles. I learned from the comments that most of my friends gave me that it does not look good to have a bulging tummy. I am not really that fat, my shoulders and arms are toned but …

I am allergic to dust and pollens. There was a time when I was cleaning a bedroom while staying in my grandmother’s house and it was quite dusty. After I finished tidying up, I started sneezing many times. That’s when I admitted that I had one of those acute …

I love to visit the local flea market and find good deals on all kind of products. One day someone had a table full of Avon products. Some of them looked to be a bit old and beat up—“ and I figured they must be rejects and leftovers, because …

Nature Made Vitamin C With Rose Hips is a vitamin supplement. Nature Made Vitamin C contains Rose Hips to work along with the C vitamin and that is a good thing. I have taken many different Nature Made products and this is a good line of vitamins. The problem …

When I happened to attend a family wedding at my sister’s place, I thoroughly enjoyed the function without realizing what consequences I might have to face —“ the very next day. Since I had been on my feet for long hours- I didn’t realize that they were being …

My best friend used to bring her kids over for a visit all the time when they were little, and because she was slightly over-protective in their younger years, she would bring along an entire diaper bag full of medicinal and health products in case anything ever befell her …

The pain in my knees had become an on and off affair in my life. Whenever the pain surfaced- it would make life just miserable. I would find it hard to even walk a few steps or sit comfortably on my knees. After seeing my plight- my mother suggested …

Ever since I saw the idea in someone’s house, I have kept a large glass container of bath oil beads in my bathroom. It is partly for looks—“ as it is like a big potpourri bowl, but full of cute little bath beads. It is also partly for use, because …

I got these contacts about 9 months ago, to replace the 30 day lenses I was using. I needed the new contacts because the 30 day lenses were too drying.
At that time, the optometrist told me the Acuvue Oasis with Hydraclear Plus Contact Lenses were the thinnest, most …

I have a weakness for home exercise equipment, so once I stumbled upon The Firm Total Body TransFIRMation Kit at TJ Maxx; I knew I had to have it. If you have ever exercised to a firm workout DVD, you may have noticed the special hand weights …

This Mangosteen Juice is also called Xango which I have used it for 2 months and wasn’t happy about it. It also has a website on it and has helped so many people with cancers and problems. It helps to boost your energy, fight inflammation, lose weight, reduces and …

Having thoroughly enjoyed the Quick Fix Total Cardio Mix DVD fitness program, I jumped at a chance to try The Quick Fix Total Toning DVD when I found it on Amazon recently. I really like ten minute workouts, as they allow you to mix and match different …