For years, my mother-in-law has been using Efficascent Oil. I don’t know if there have been scientific research done to actually confirm her claims that it works. Efficascent Oil is actually Methyl Salicylate Camphor and Menthol. I don’t know what those are, but it sure smells wonderfully minty.
When my …

I am always concerned about oral hygiene and I want my breath to be as fresh as possible. When I saw this product, it seemed very novel and unique, so I gave it a try. This is not one bottle, but two. You have to mix equal parts of …

Honestly, I am a regular user of Close-Up. Happee is a local brand here in the Philippines. The makers are from the Lamoiyan Corporation. What is the reason why I use Happee aside from Close-Up, it is for the reason that I found out that the factory workers working …

I have turned on so many people to the Burt’s Bees product line because I’ve used and loved their products for years now. I started using them in my twenties when I happened to pick up some lip balm at a convenience store, and I haven’t looked back yet. …

I can’t tell you just how much I love going to my local dollar store. Yes, it’s true, most of the stuff you get there are completely and utterly useless or is made from some country you know should not be making anything remotely food-related, but I am always fascinated …

I recently started using pore clearing strips again for my nose. I used them in the 90’s when they first became popular, and recently bought some of the old Biore strips that I used to use back then. When I ran out, I went to order more, but …

I like to use a foot spray when my feet feel tired or hot. It is a quick way to refresh and deodorize your feet, and give you more energy to stand up for just a little while longer. I have been using a tea tree oil spray for years, …

I hate poison oak. It is itchy and ooze and a very irritating type of rash to get. One of the best natural treatments I used to help cleanse and soothe my poison ivy rash was the All Terrain Poison Ivy & Oak Soap. This soap helped not only …

Recently, I tried Crest Pro-Health toothpaste. I’ve long been a fan of the Crest brand, though I’ve tried various other products in recent years. I still tend to go back to Crest, though. What does sometimes vary is what variety I get. In this case, …

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 …

About two years ago, I started to notice a rather alarming occurance in my life. I would be sitting and writing on of my stories or poems, or working on a project, and suddenly my mind would start to wander, and I was left, minutes later, wondering what I …

I am diabetic and like to take my own A1C tests at home sometimes so I can avoid the doctor visit. I have used several brands, and the last one I purchased was the Appraise brand, which is read by Heritage Labs. The kit is pretty much like any other …

First I would like to tell you, that I was not a fan of Close Up toothpaste, before I always use Pepsodent or Glister from Amway. Then I married my husband. He can’t use other than Close Up, whenever I buy other brand, he would always bought …

I almost obsessively squeeze this Dial alcohol gel onto my hands to freshen them up throughout the day. Because I live in a large city and use public transit a lot, I know that my hands come into contact with an array of dirt and grime — …

This gym was one of the better gyms in the area but there were both good and bad things about this gym but for the most part this gym was a very good place. The place was located off a very busy road and the parking lot was a …

This product was passed along to me by a friend who had tried it and said it had too many side effects for her to take. It is a formula made by a Dr. Ray Sahelian, supposedly an expert in natural medicine. I read the information about the tablets …

After trying out a number of Bellydance inspired fitness workouts, I decided to take it to the next level and find a workout that would actually combine the dance movements that I had learned in the previous workouts; and put them together for a more choreographed routine …

I love using natural products and Kiss My Face is a great company that makes many of them. I don’t feel guilty using their products because they are green and eco-friendly, and they are also cruelty free. I bought this soap refill to use in my kitchen and bathroom soap …

I have put my trust in Secret brand for many years. Every antiperspirant/deodorant product I have ever purchased of this brand has worked consistently and reliably. My favorite product form is the invisible solid, and this is what I usually buy.
However, since Secret has come out with …

As everyone already knows about me, I love to shop for bargains. I don’t feel like I have to spend an arm and a leg, just to get quality products. I’m always trying different brands, to see which really has the best quality at the lowest dollar. One brand …

Being in my 40’s, I admit am not as strong and quick as when I was in my 20’s and 30’s. I have an 8 to 5 job that requires a lot of mental exercise that keeps me behind the desk most of the time. It can really get …

I picked up this cute little lip balm as a purely impulsive purchase. I didn’t need a new lip balm. I probably have thirty. But I get bored easily and I like to treat myself, and it looked like a premium product. The recipe for this little balm was classic. …

I really, really wanted these bars to work. I am overweight and have even considered weight loss surgery… so the idea that something could duplicate that without having to be cut was a dream come true for me. The surgery would be especially risky in my case, so …

One of my favorite fragrances and flavors is black currant. In Britain, it is seen quite commonly, but in the US it is not quite as popular. Everyone knows I obsess over black currant, so when a relative ran across this product, it was ordered for me as …

When I bought a heat cap to treat my frizzy, over processed hair, I asked around to see what would be a good deep treatment mask to use with the heat cap. After my hairdresser recommended this one, and I read raving reviews online, I gave it a try.
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I love the original Emergen-C Vitamin C Super Orange nutritional powder supplement. First of all, it’s highly affective. I’ve noticed a heightened state of mood and productivity after using them. Best of all you don’t need to use them daily in order for them to gradually become effective; after …

I have been taking multi vitamins to support my general health for years. I have several conditions that benefit from this—“ fibromyalgia, possible lupus, diabetes, and hypothyroidism. I have used different brands, and generally alternate if I am taking additional supplements, so as not to “overdose” on specific nutrients.
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I used to use Scope mouthwash for bad breath. I no longer do because now I use two other mouthwashes that fight bad breath plus provide other oral health benefits. There are other reasons I stopped using Scope mouthwash though. Scope mouthwash contains alcohol and I didn’t like the …

I was trying to find some good exercise equipment for my home that would not break me to buy. I really needed something to help me get the inches off my butt and lower stomach. I saw an infomercial for the Red XL Fitness. …

I noticed lately how many toothbrushes are on the market that are electronically operated. I have wondered about these toothbrushes since first hearing about them. I wanted to know how well these actually worked and if there was any noticeable difference from a regular toothbrush. I have children who …

Everyone knows the after results of the horrible acnes and pimples. After using plenty of therapies I finally got rid of the acnes(thanks mainly to Jovees tea tree and acne face pack but the face pack wasn’t good enough to get rid of the scars).So I resorted to …

In this tropical country where I am in, hot temperature is usual and common. And worse, during summer wherein the temperature ranges from 25 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius. It is really hot and humid. Undeniably, too much sweating is a common problem.As for me, the part of my …

I and others in my family sometimes get sores on the inside of our mouths. These sores can make chewing and talking painful at times as well as difficult because we may need to try avoid irritating the sores with our teeth. They are sometimes slow to heal, especially …

I have a health condition that unfortunately affects my hair growth among other things. Like many other women, I dream of having healthy long hair. I do my best to use healthy hair practices in order to keep my hair in shape, but I also realize the …

I have tried 5 Hour energy before, but lately I have been drinking a bit too much tea and finding myself immune to caffeine’s effects anyway, so when I was standing in line at the store, I decided I would try the decaf version to see if it would have …

This condom is specially made for female stimulation. Or at least that is what it said on the package. It said designed for her pleasure. Something like that. As for me I really enjoyed it. I think it does what it is supposed to for the girl. As far …

I was hesitant to try this product, and very skeptical. I have tried several natural deodorants that are liquid crystal based, and most of them just did not do a good enough job to convince me to switch from my dangerous, aluminum laden toxic Secret brand.
I agreed to …

Before when i was not yet working i was the one who do the laundry. I bought a big pack of this Ariel Detergent Soap to be use for my laundry. Much to my surprise it has a very strong scents. Very irritating to my nose that it gives …

For very long time, I’ve been very ignorant with the right mouthwash to use. It was only when I encountered gum problem and started visiting my dentist more often that I learned what kind of mouthwash I should use. She advised me to choose a mouthwash without alcohol ingredient. …

Since turning forty, I have been having a few health symptoms, like palpitations, hair loss, irritability, and bloating. Someone suggested that I might be entering peri-menopause a little early. I had heard about some women using Maca supplement to manage early menopause and related hormonal issues, so I thought …

I try to make time to do my feminine shopping on my own whenever possible. However, on some occasions my husband does the shopping and will pick something up for me. The last time he brought my maxi pads home, I was a little upset at his choice. It …

Ok - so for those of you who dont’ know, the Slim in 6 is an exercise video which promises to reshape your body in 6 weeks. The focus is on aerobic exercise along and muscle toning exercises for about an hour a day. It’s recommended that you do …

I decided to try Band-aid flexible fabric bandages because the plastic ones always seemed too difficult to work with, especially when they had to be placed on the fingers. Plastic band-aids are much too stiff and tend to get wadded up when you bend your fingers. I got band-aid …

I’ve had thinning hair for the last few years. I am not sure exactly what is causing it because there are many potential culprits within my body. Aging, stress, diabetes, thyroid problems, and the list goes on. My hairdresser had me to use the Nioxin system for …

Ever since we were kids, we only used cotton buds to clean our outer ears. We used this old-fashioned silver ear cleaner tool which is not disposable. This is so cheap that one of this comes to about US$.05, and I always a few lying around. I like it …

Despite my many disappointing experiences with other brands, I still find it exciting to try other Glutathione brands. After all, my desire to have lighter complexion has not really gone.
So one time while I was shopping for my favorite malunggay capsule and virgin coconut oil I saw one product …

Band-Aid Calamine Spray is a spray that helps when you have a rash or itching. Recently on a trip, my son and I both broke out with a sun rash. We both have fair skin and react to the sun often.
We had two different products to use for the …

Betex is the name of the balm or creme, which is used for much purpose or for many reasons. It is an ayurvedic creme, which is used for many kind of skin problems. Such as irritation on the skin, reddening of the skin and it can also …

The first thing you notice about Mount Sinai in Miami Beach, Florida is the fact that has an amazing view of the ocean. The building itself is rather nice as well, but the ocean sparkling in the sun takes your breath away.
When you enter the hospital via any …

I take a nightly hot bath to help manage the symptoms of fibromyalgia, like stiffness, pain, and muscle spasm. It works better than any medication I have ever tried. In the winter, I use a variety of bath product that add moisture to the bath, since I have dry …