I began making melt and pour soaps several years ago and I order most of my supplies from Brambleberry’s online site. I think their products and customer service are excellent. When I was first starting out, I can remember wondering which one of the bases was best for what …

It has always been difficult for me to fall asleep at the end of the night. I often lay awake with my mind racing for at least an hour before falling asleep. I recently began experimenting with natural sleep aids to see if they would help. I highly recommend …

I was recently told that because of the deteriorating ozone layer, SPF70 is now required to provide efficiant sun protection. I had always heard that anything over 30 SPF was a waste, but according to a family members dermatologist, it has now changed to 70. Aveeno has put out …

This diaper rash ointment is one of the few out there that I trust. It is very effective in soothing and preventing my baby’s diaper rash, that I don’t have to worry too much about my child’s getting the rashes from time to time because I have an effective …

A body massage always gave me a feeling of great relaxation. I just loved collecting different types of massagers to help me get this benefit. Although I did try out various types of body massagers and seemed to be thoroughly satisfied with them, Health care Head spa head massager …

I have been using Suave Naturals Daily Clarifying Shampoo for a long time, but lately I have been finding the product to be a bit drying on my hair. About a month ago, this product was on sale at a local drugstore, and I decided to pick it …

Vein Formula is very effective in minimizing varicose veins and, surprisingly, hemorrhoids as well. Speaking from experience, you get results after just the first bottle.
Vein Formula is a product under the Pharmanex brand - a US-based company that manufactures natural supplements.
I first came across Vein Formula …

Having holidays has become a problem for me. My diet and lifestyle are completely changed due to travels and being in different environments meant that I had very little control over what I eat. I was completely relying on what restaurants and hotels had to offer. Often, the food …

I tried this product for two reasons. One, it was to treat dry nasal passages that I have had every winter whenever the heating unit starts running until the day we switch it over to cool. I also may have issues in the spring when my allergies hit and my …

I like having different kinds of antispetics around the house. I have two in the kitchen, three in the bathroom, and a variety of sprays and such that I keep either in my purse or in a slew of first aid kits we keep around the house for a …

I have had fibromyalgia for many years and have tried a variety of supplements to help ease the pain, along with a lot of lifestyle changes and various therapies.
One thing that I have been using ever since I heard about it in the nineties is malic acid. It is a …

There are lots of dietary supplements that promises to help reduce fat. These products have been advertised frequently in health magazines. I have been downbeat with these products because most are created from synthetic components and it has ill effects. Most of this fat-burning supplements also are contraindicated for those …

A few days back, I was feeling quite excited about wearing my new sandals which were not only high heeled (my favorite) but as also proved to be a great fashion accessory. Wearing them to my friends wedding party, gave me a chance to flaunt them amicably and this …

A few days after purchasing the DermaNew Total Body Experience Microdermabrasion System, I went back to pick up the DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation system as well.
Whereas the first Microdermabrasion kit featured tools for the body and feet, the second featured facial tools and products. Since …

I had an issue with the screws falling out of my glasses where the arm is held on. I didn’t really want to have to go to the eyeglass store to get it repaired each time. I decided to purchase an eyeglass repair kit from CVS. It had a …

This little massager for cottage cheese thighs is an “interesting” product. I have used the Bliss cellulite cream, FatGirlSlim, and decided to rename it DumbGirlBroke, but I did not use it at the same time as this massager. I actually received this item later as a free gift. …

Chapstick is a product that I have used for many years. When I think of Chapstick I tend to remember the original flavor that I cannot even describe, but I have long since changed my preference to the Cherry flavored Chapstick. I can still smell the original …

It is embarrassing to admit that I have dandruff but I just cannot hide it when those white flakes are visible on my jet black hair. Imagine my frustration that after enjoying my favorite shampoo and conditioner I still seem to end up with dandruff. As much as I …

As a woman I think it is very important to stay fresh as I possibly can. Also, as a woman, I feel that I can sweat more than the normal. I always find myself using strong deodorants for best results. I wanted to make sure that my whole body …

I have two kids who are growing up right before my eyes and sometimes I don’t really recognize that young boys and girls needed some more protection against bodily odors, especially during those crucial years when puberty is hitting full force and they don’t know what the heck is …

I have always been a fan of Head & Shoulders, and I would dare even say that I am a little addicted to it too. Not because it’s the best shampoo out there, but because it has always been the ONLY shampoo that has helped me with my dry scalp …

After a lot of my family and friends started hinting on my hunched back and incorrect posture, I had started feeling a little depressed. Since I am a person with not very great height, I now felt a little awkward whenever I walked or stood along in a group …

Now that the rains have begun, I worry about the numerous mosquitoes that abound around the house. When we were still living in West Africa, this has become a paranoia for me. The continent was so disadvantaged in terms of medical facilities and healthcare that I would panic everytime …

LATHER is a skin and body care company that has been around for about 10 years. I became acquainted with them when I was lucky enough to stay at the Borgata Hotel in Atlantic City last year. (And yes, it is spelled with all capital letters.) The bathroom in …

I wouldn’t necessarily say I’m a germaphobe, but I do like the idea of using something other than a bar of soap to wash my hands with, and I like to provide my guests with the shame thing. Plus, I’m a little obsessive compulsive when it comes to cleanliness …

When I purchased the DivaCup a few years ago, I decided I would also purchase a bottle of DivaWash. It only made sense to purchase a product that claims to be formulated to protect the integrity of the silicone material in the cup or more specifically, designed for the …

This little product is one of the strangest things my new agey friend has ever come up with to give me as a gift. If you have read my other reviews, she’s the one that gave me the cell phone sticker that is supposed to block radiation, and made …

Water, and nitrogen. It doesn’t sound like it would be amazing, but according to the French Academy of Medicine, it has amazing properties for the skin. This mineral water spray comes from France. It has minerals that you might find in a mineral soak, which I do believe …

If you are someone who is looking for a way to get yourself back into shape but you do not want to spend the time or effort that it actually takes to join a gym and commute there every day. Or you just want to save the money …

I have severe asthma to the point I usually take my inhaler once a day, but I am sure I would be taking it more often if I did not add in the Carlson Fish Oil Supplements to my daily diet. These fish oil supplements contain omega fatty acids …

I was looking for a small, inexpensive gift to put in my friend’s glove compartment of a new car as a surprise, and I came across a miniature or trial size can of Axe body spray in “Temptation.”
The text under the name of the fragrance read “as irresistible as …

I was fascinated with the InStyler for months before I received one as a Christmas gift. I had seen the infomercials and wondered if it would be able to transform my thin hair into gorgeous fluff as it did for the models on TV. Before I tried using …

My acne prone skin had always been a great cause of concern. Initially I would have acne especially on the —˜T’ zone on my face, but with regular care and treatment —“ I had quiet successfully managed to keep the eruptions at bay. But a few days back when …

A bottle of Carica Wellness Spirulina Capsules has 30 capsules/500 mg and it is priced at $4 each. I actually first bought this product because I wanted my obese niece to loose weight. I’ve known Spurilina as a dietary supplement long before and many testimonies about its …

Bag Balm is for treating sore cattle teats. It is also sold in drug stores. The label states, “for chapped conditions and superficial abrasions.” I bought some as an aging woman. It is not as strong and icky as the items I use on my …

These can be lifesavers!
I first started using earplugs when I had a room-mate who did sometimes (in stressful college times) tend to scream at nigh. It was not this particular brand but I was introduced to the beauty of a quiet night.
These particular ones I like even more because …

I came early for a doctor’s appointment and while waiting, my doctor’s secretary tried to sell me Nu Skin products. I have used Nu Skin products in the past and I find them expensive but this was a new doctor and I wanted to make friends with her secretary …

My partner brought this shampoo bar home after finding it in a store while traveling. I happen to love jojoba oil and peppermint so I liked the idea of trying it out. The first thing I did was to read the ingredients. Basically, it has olive oil, castor oil, …

I have used petroleum jelly for years as a moisturizer and hand treatment, but a natural product-loving friend of mine finally convinced me to try a natural alternative instead. I have had some experience with Alba products, and it has been with mixed results. Some products I was very happy …

When the weather is cold, our heating unit runs a lot, making the air inside the house extremely dry. Even if I run a humidifier constantly, I am still battling dry nose, dry mouth, and dry eyes for as long as it stays cold. The fastest and gentlest solution …

My daughter has wanted to get her ears pierced for some time. I waited for over a year before having them done. I wanted to make sure it was something she wanted to do and that she was at an appropriate age. We finally got her …

I take a nightly hot bath to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Since I am in the tub so often, it is a good thing I enjoy it—“ I have become a bath product junkie. I use a great variety of soaks, oils, and bubble baths to make the …

More often than not, we always had sweaty armpits that always annoys us. This is one of the disadvantages living in the tropics. At most when you are rushing to get a cab, pushing elbows against each other just to get a ride in the LRT ( Light Way …

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 …

Amrix, also known as Cyclobenzaprine, is a muscle relaxing drug that is typically used in conjunction with other forms of prescription drug treatments or therapies in order to treat pain from sprains, pulled muscles, and a variety of muscle injuries. It is also used in the treatment of Fibromyalgia.
I …

When I was diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes, I was given insulin as well as oral medications. The endocrinologist also told me that getting pregnant may be a little risky. He also warned me that the oral medication I am taking may have an adverse …

Because I have a combination skin I don’t like to use products that are applied all over the face. I much prefer something that is designated for use on oily areas of the skin, because otherwise it will dry out parts of my face too much and the uneven …

I think of my body weight as a principal indicator of the status of my health. If my body mass falls one or two pegs down the scale, I would be likely to fall ill. Any slight changes in weight could mirror something much more critical happening …

Working on the keyboard for a considerable amount of time during the day- sometimes made my fingers pain. Though the pain was not very severe, it for sure did made me feel uncomfortable. This in turn would result in less productive work and would often leave me stretching my …

I have thinning hair, and when I was looking for some options for different hairstyles, I noticed that this product seemed to make thinner, even slightly shorter hair look like it was very think and voluminous in the pictures where it was put up into a bun.
I had …