I color my hair regularly at home. A few months ago, I bought a new brand of hair color to try, and had a horrible reaction to it. (And yes, I did do the patch test beforehand—“ and passed!) My scalp itched like crazy, and I started to get little …

My kids are rather picky about a whole slew of things. But, when they’re sick, it seems their pickiness is suddenly twenty-fold and there’s nothing that’s good enough or makes them feel good enough fast enough! It’s a frustrating position to be in, especially when kids are at that …

If you have ever been to health class in high school then you are well aware that sexual diseases are a big problem in the world today and the only way to effectively protect yourself is to use condoms when you are involved in sexual relationships with any person …

Nivea Deep Pore Control Cleansing Foam is a facial wash which can clean the face from all the dirt and grime you’ve been getting all day. I was a bit hesitant to buy commercial brands because they are not only expensive, but they cause my skin to dry, too. …

Over the past couple years, I’ve started to take a different approach to sickness and pain and things like that. For too long I’d invested in over-the-counter pain relievers and cold medicines and they don’t even treat the problem, just the symptoms, and half the time, they don’t work …

I started smoking at the tender age of twelve, when all my smoking dare-devil friends pushed a pack of cigarettes on me and told me I should try it. Being the dumb tween that I was, I actually listened to them and did it. I’m pretty sure I didn’t …

I used to take an oral contraceptive that also helped with acne. When I stopped taking the medicine my face went back to it’s more oily days. I had forgotten how oily my skin was. I used several cleansers and also the Tweezerman Skin Care Tool.
The …

I like to use kid’s products, and I also like two in one shampoos. I just happened to be browsing in the natural product section of a store one day and came across this product. I smelled it, and really liked the fresh orange fragrance, so I decided to …

Deep Steep is a brand I was pretty unfamiliar with, but it looked like it had all the makings of a good natural/organic company, so I decided to order some of the grapefruit and bergamot body wash. I like to use natural products sometimes because I know they are healthier, …

The cute name of this product, believe it or not, is not why I bought it, although I am subject to falling for those kind of marketing ploys. I actually bought it for myself, not a baby—“ and because of the ingredients. I have always been a tea lover and …

I have always had a fascination for massagers and have a quite few of them in my kitty. Massagers I feel are a great way to rewind oneself after a long day work and put you back on your feet. So whenever I happen to see a …

Although I am not required to check ketones in my urine, I am diabetic and sometimes I like the reassurance that I am ok if my blood sugar has gotten high for some reason.
The last time I ended up in the emergency room with an allergic reaction, I …

I’ve become a total lover of natural products, and if you look in the right places and shop around, you can find that they are just as affordable as lab-created products, produced on a mass assembly line somewhere. I’ve made a point to do what I can to get …

Do you know Kencur or Kentjur roots? As far as I know, we can use this kencur roots for herbal medicine. When my children have cough, I normally will make this herbal medicine mys self for the kids.
Actually it work well for my children. I think it’s also better …

I dont know how i fell for the ads, but i stumbled up the frutels website about 2 months ago, and dished out 30 bucks for a month supply. Basically what you do is take 3-5 during the day depending on the serverity of your acne and your …

Because of the type of job that I currently have to walk around a lot and I do a lot of lifting, at the end of my work day I love using this because it loosens me up a lot. I came across this a few months ago …

I am one of those who knows I should floss but, I usually say I will start tomorrow. Once, I started taking methotrexate, medicine for rheumatoid arthritis, I knew I had to take better care of my teeth and gums. My medicine makes me more susceptible to …

A few years ago, I had some gum infection and had to have a deep cleaning and scaling. I was told to use these after every meal, in addition to flossing and brushing, to get my gums back into shape. At first I found them a bit annoying, but …

I thought this was a pretty good idea when I first saw it. A toe protector, who would have thought? But, I desperately needed something. I started working a retail job about two years ago that has me on my feet all day long, and my feet SO weren’t …

I am a proud mother. I wouldn’t trade my children for the world. They are a joy and a blessing everyday. I enjoyed everyday of pregnancy. The one thing I could live without, the stretch marks I received during pregnancy. Stretch marks can really …

Just imagine…at one point you have complete vision and then macular degeneration creeps up on you and you only have peripheral vision. You cant see the television, or read, in fact life is very different for you.
This has recently happened to my Uncle, an articulate, interesting gentleman who loved …

Suffering from frequent allergies, it sometimes poses a bit of a problem when my nose blocks completely and I have trouble breathing or talking. Having to go out quite often and not stay in, I’ve had to find a way to beat this.
Vicks Vapor Inhaler proved to be a …

When I hop around one place to the other, it’s imperative that I stop by a convenience store and grab whatever toiletries I need. I tried Colgate’s wisp mini-toothbrushes but they weren’t so travel-friendly. They’re easy to misplace and it felt like brushing with a cutesy kiddie …

I have fibromyalgia and use massage therapy as a way to manage symptoms and keep myself mobile and active. I often use oil blends that I have made myself, but sometimes I come across one that is too good to pass up. The recipe on this Sunshine Spa oil is …

One summer I got a nasty surprise. Because I had been out in the heat sweating for hours while helping someone work on a project, I developed an adult equivalent of a diaper rash! Most of these kinds of rashes are caused by yeast, and since I am diabetic, I …

To help keep my urinary tract healthy and strong so it does not get infections I like to take Natures Bounty Triple Strength Cranberry Supplements. It helps support my urinary tract with essential antioxidants, vitamins like C and E to help keep the walls of my bladder and the rest …

When I was looking for some cheap bar soap to use at a cabin I was staying at, I chose this one because it was on sale. I had not really used any Tone products before, and I was pleasantly surprised at the fragrance, which is fresh, fruity, bright and …

I started using Unilever’s Sunsilk hair fall solution shampoo for the obvious reason that my hair is falling off. Every time I shower, comb my hair or just simply run my fingers through it, my hair falls. I hate seeing my hair on our bathroom’s floor or on my …

When I purchased Phentramin-d, which was the time I tried to take Dexatrim. I do not have a good experience with Dexatrim not because it is not effective. It is effective in making me lose weight but I never experience the blocking of hunger. The worst part is the …

I often experienced an itchiness to my throat most especially when the weather is cold. I don’t want this to result sore throat that’s why I see to it that I have Strepsils Orange with Vitamin C Dual antibacterial Lozenges. This is recommended by my Doctor because I often …

All you have to do is spray on closed eyes and keep them closed for half a minute. You get instant relief from dry eyes. So if you are a bit tired or your eyes feel sore this spray is very good to use. Being diabetic seems to affect …

I have always had a huge problem with dry hands. No matter what I do, or how often I use lotion, my hands are always dry again within a couple of hours because I wash my hands so often. The dry, cold air does not help in the least. …

I began taking calcium and magnesium supplements because of heart palpitations. Most people are deficient in magnesium, and it can be very beneficial to other conditions besides palpitations—“ it is essential for bone health, as most people know, but it is also recommended for anxiety, diabetes, and many nerve disorders.
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There are some people who like mainstream high-end body wash products, and some who prefer all natural ones with nature inspired benefits. This product is one that I consider a nice compromise between the two. It has the benefit of a detergent to make an impressive lather (they use …

I have a friend who insists that I try every natural product on the market. It gets a bit overwhelming, as sometimes she wants me on something new while I am still trying the last “experiment” and I cannot tell which is effective or not!
This Royal Jelly was …

When my partner’s coworker decided to try to quit smoking, someone recommended this product to him, because it is supposed to be helpful to people who have stopped smoking menthol cigarettes. It is actually intended to treat the teeth and gums with tea tree oil, which is a potent antibacterial/anti-infective. …

My brain really needs a boost. I’ve been mentally burned out from writing since…a long time. My mind usually zones out. If I were to self-diagnose this condition, I’m probably suffering from writer’s block, or whatever. As a writer, a word processor, and at the …

I had used Always sanitary napkins for more than 10 years. During my manstrual period, I always felt fatigue, pains in e abdomen or my vagina, itch in the vaginal, and sometimes I got urinary infection after the menstrual period. I went to visit docotors couple times …

I tried my health insurance website to find a dentist in the area. It showed me the address of the SmileWright dentistry here in Brandon, FL. I gave them a call and the lady on the phone was very friendly. I explained to her that I wanted an appointment …

I used to take another brand of Vitamin C supplement but had always found it too acidic. I have a stressful job so it was imperative that I take my vitamin C anytime I needed to without having to worry about taking it on an empty stomach and …

When I visited a friend who had a small daughter, the little girl spent a good portion of her time in my lap, wanting me to read a story to her. She hugged me frequently. It was very sweet and normally I never regret such actions, but when her mother …

Lip Vitamins lip balm with vitamins A, C, and E in the flavour of mixed berries is a very nice lip balm. It really softens the lips, it is smooth and not waxy, it is not oily or really shiny. It is not gloopy either like some …

I went to Planned Parenthood of Dover, NJ for a medical exam and information on birth control.
When I went in, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I have read Christian and pro-life pamphlets that painted Planned Parenthood in a bad light, seeming to imply that they don’t care all …

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 …

Let me start by saying I am a major “neat freak”. I’m always cleaning. I’m the type of person who always has to have everything neat and clean. It’s not easy with children. I’m so bad I …

I am all for trying new types of products. So when I saw advertisements of this new toothpaste in a can, I looked for it in my local drugstore and bought it when I first spotted it. I also happen to suffer from very sensitive teeth, so much that …

I have a super product that every one can use when they feel itchy or like they are about to break out in an itchy rash. I use No More Itch Mineral Silk Bath for my itchy skin and talk about soothing! No More Itch Mineral Silk Bath is …

This stuff is awesome. New-Skin liquid bandage is a substance you apply directly to a cut to disinfect the area, and it acts as a barrier to protect it from dirt and germs. It comes in a small glass tube with a brush applicator attached to the inside of …

I have always been concerned about the possibility of catching viruses from being in the confined of the re-circulated air in an airplane. I have used Airborne and similar products, but lately I found another one that offers some extra protection, so I use in conjunction with the …

Last year I worked on a project with several other people. One of them smoked. Although he was usually kind enough to smoke outdoors so as not to offend the rest of us, when he came back in, his clothes and hair were so full of the scent of it, …