When I ordered my last bottle of sweet orange essential oil from Edens Garden, I threw in a bottle of cedarwood oil as well. I had heard that it was good for acne and oily skin, and I wanted to try adding a drop to my moisturizer to see if …

I received this as part of a gift along with the Fresh Sugar cologne. It is an interesting fragrance, very lemony and summery, with an “icy” feel to it, like a vanilla-lemon snow cone. I am normally not a fan of roll on deodorants, but I made an exception …

Awhile back, me and some of my friends had a conversation about mosquito repellants. I had tried the famous Avon Skin so Soft, and found it not to be somewhat effective but not the miracle I had hoped for. Someone began extolling the virtues of brewer’s yeast. I thought at …

I have used the Kiss my Face Peaches and Cream moisturizer, and really liked it. It had alpha hydroxy acids in it. I assumed this product would be very similar as it is often listed together with the other. They are actually not very similar at all. I love …

I am one of those customers who love to make impulse purchases, usually chosen at the checkout, which is exactly where they know to put all the cute little things that people don’t really need to buy but always will.
This week I picked up a little lip balm …

I was frying some fish for dinner last night when the eyes suddenly exploded. I shouted loudly and ran to the bathroom to clean off the oil. My cousin was laughing at me because she thought it wasn’t serious. But when she came into the bathroom and saw my …

I am an avid user of dental floss. I totally believe in good dental hygiene. Bad dental hygiene not only results in embarrassing bad breath, but can lead to more serious problems such as cavities, gingivitis and other health problems. Brushing just isn’t enough as that does not adequately …

One product that is quite nice is the Bath and Body Works Wild Honeysuckle Hand Soap. My wife purchased the soap for use as hand soap in our bathroom. In the past we have used either bar soap or liquid soap in our bathroom but changed to the …

I retired from the Department of the Army last year and when I retired my funds became limited. I enjoy shopping, just like any other woman does. I really like to go to the store and save money with each purchase that I make. I went to …

I have to say that I’m pretty much prepared for any medical emergencies. I have several kinds of splints and braces and hot and cold packs and all kinds of medicine and first aid items. You would think, looking into my linen closet, that I’m prepared for the apocalypse …

Walgreen’s Intensive Healing Moisturizing Lotion is basically the Walgreen’s brand for Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Lotion. The main ingredients are the same, and the Walgreen’s version is $3 cheaper than the Gold Bond Lotion. I am thrilled that I have found a less expensive alternative to the …

I just used this hair color for the first time, after hearing rave reviews from others. I’ve been coloring my hair for over a decade. It is a bit damaged from all the chemicals. This product was really impressive to me for several reasons. The whole concept of …

My boyfriend bought this massage chair topper for me for Christmas, and it was honestly because I preferred this to the larger, more expensive chair that I had tried out when we were shopping. Although the topper isn’t quite as extensive in massaging all parts of the body, I …

I have always had really bad digestion issues and have suffered from constipation. One of the digestive supplements I have been using to improve my digestive tract is the Natures Secret Ultimate Fiber Cleanse. It comes in this huge 8 ounce container that has lasted me about 2 months …

When I was shopping in the H2O products, I happened to notice a little bottle of a spray mist called Oasis. It was the same pretty color of blue that my original H2O favorite products came in, so out of curiosity, I picked it up to see what it was.
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Dear all… I have been using Meera Herbal Powder since past 1.5 years. Meera powder, which contains Shikakai, green gram, tulsi, vettiver, reetha, hibiscus and fenugreek, is perfect for any type of hair to keep it healthy and strong.
I have lost almost 3/4th of my hair in …

Emergen-C Vitamin C Fizzy Drink Mix is an awesome way to get a day’s dose of Vitamin C. A coworker who is also a good friend recommended this to me. We were at work, and during a break, she took this little packet out of her pocket and began …

Last week during one of those casual trips to the market down the lane, I happened to set my eyes on this product called Peppermint & Lavender Eye Pillow. This product looked like any other eye mask I had previously used, but the only difference was that this mask …

This product saved my skin! A few years back, the skin on my chest became irritated. Small pinkish scaly blotches began appearing on it. Each day the pinkish spots would grow and grow until it covered a large portion of my chest. I became embarrassed that I rarely wore …

When I starting developing some receding gums and slight bleeding and swelling, I immediately wanted to fix the problem so that it did not progress.
The one problem I have had with my oral care over time is that I am very sensitive to strong mint flavors in toothpaste, and …

Boots Meolin wound dressing pads are a type of cushioned dressing used for minor cuts, burns and grazes. (Meolin is a trademark of Smith & Nephew, as is acknowledged on the rear of the packet.) The pads do a good job, and since they are Boots’ own brand the …

Parkinson’s Disease that affects the person’s skills, particularly their movement (or as they call it ‘motor’ or voluntary actions) and coordination � and how they speak as well. The person’s mind is still there thus it’s one of those cruel diseases because the person knows how bad their condition …

A lot of different skin care products used to treat acne and blemishes don’t always work real well on my skin. I have sensitive skin and I have to be careful about the kind of products I use and usually benzoyl peroxide is one of the things I can’t …

When I was browsing for a new SLS free shampoo, I found Jason’s Apricot shampoo. It seemed like a good lineup of ingredients, and the smell was really nice, so I decided to try it out. It claimed to give super shine and lots of body, and that’s what I …

A friend of mine told me that to reduce the chances of heart problems; I should look into getting more Omega-3 fatty acids into my diet. I didn’t really understand what they were. I asked my doctor about it when I went for my next visit.
Sure enough, my doctor …

We were given the Exergen Temporal Scanner Infrared Thermometer 2000C as a Christmas present last year. This is a thermometer which takes your body temperature quick and easily by just holding it to the middle of your forehead, pressing the button, and sliding it to your left or …

I am a person with a combination skin types and so the’T’ zone area of my face always remained oily. As a result I would experience black heads especially around my nose and chin. This would often leave my face looking dull and lifeless. Though I tried my best …

Just recently I started taking Multibionta Probiotic Multivitamin when I went to the pharmacy looking for a way to get more probiotics into my digestive system and not having to eat yogurt everyday to keep my digestive system feeling happy.
Multibionta Probiotic Multivitamin is a bit on the expensive side, …

Like many people I had a valid gym membership which, if I’m honest, I did not get full value out of. I was a frequent user in the spring and the summer, although as soon the clocks went back and the temperature dropped I found that my motivation …

I have had a few occasions where ingrown hairs would occur after stubble grew on my thighs or armpits. This can cause little infections to form, making what looks like a pimple. I have tried a few things to prevent this, and one of those was this product—“ the Bliss …

I was never fond of using mouthwash. I hate the stingy feeling in my mouth everytime I use them. Besides, the alcohol content in the mouthwash gives me asthma attack every after use. So mouthwash was a big no-no for me until I discovered OraCare Mouthrinse. …

The Himalaya Herbals Complete Care Herbal Toothpaste is a toothpaste developed to make teeth and gums strong. It contains natural ingredients, mostly herbal and anti-oxidants. Toothache Tree which is usually found in the Himalayas is excellent for bleeding gums. It is also usually used as home remedy to relieve toothaches. …

This is a great exercise bike for just about anyone. It fits in small spaces , so you can stick it anywhere you want. My step mom had one , and I used it whenever I went to visit her. I liked it so much that I went out …

Ever sine a child my parents would rub Lander Vaporizing Colds Rub on my body when I got the cold or flu and it is supposed to help clear your congestions during this time.
Well recently my nose was getting stuffed up frequently at night, which would cause me to …

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 purchased this kit to try and remove a small , painful wart from the sole of my foot. I wasn’t really sure what it entailed when I got it, but the pharmacist recommended it over the salicylic acid treatments, which he said were a waste of time.
This little …

We Filipinos are very family with Malunggay. Yes, the lowly green leafy vegetable very commonly seen in the backyard of most homes especially in the countryside. Malunggay is scientifically called Moringa oleifera. In other places they call this Horseradish.
Long before Malunggay capsule was invented, we knew already that malunggay …

I live in the very woodsy state of Michigan, but before I moved here, I lived in an incredibly hot, humid Arkansas climate that I had grown up in and therefore was accustomed to. When I moved to Michigan however, in September of 2001, I was immediately overcome by …

I have always loved Burt’s Bees products. Since I have a sensitive mouth and gums, and sometimes mint flavored oral products cause irritation and soreness with me, I have become a connoisseur of kids’ toothpastes. They are usually not mint flavored, and are very gentle, so I can use …

One day while I was shopping, I decided to buy some cotton balls to fill up the decorative dispenser in my bathroom. I used to use cotton balls frequently for various cosmetic and medical reasons. I largely abandoned them for the flat cotton rounds that seemed to work much …

A few months back , when I happened to visit my sisters place - something terrible happened. As I was hurrying down the stairs of her house, I just happened to loose my balance and just rolled down the stairs and sprained my ankle terribly. The fall just shocked …

I remember back in time six years ago. A very slight problem but so much annoying had frustrated me a bit. What was that? My heels got cracked! Fine! I admit it was a shame for me to reveal that as it’s commonly attributed to women’s problem. But what …

I was having diarrhea and sometimes constipation. I dislike the feeling that I feel heavy inside whenever I was not successful in discharging the waste of my body. Not fully discharging the waste made me think I can have colon cancer in the future. I suffer all the time …

When I finally was able to afford health insurance during my senior year in college, I went to see a dermatologist about my acne right away. She prescribed me these pills called Doxycycline. They were 100 milligram caplets. I had to first take them twice a …

Since I often forget to take my pills everyday when Ortho Evra came out, I thought it was a really great idea. You put it on and you forget it for a week. I went to my OB/GYN and got a prescription. The patch itself is pretty neat, it’s …

I purchased this product before I discovered that you do not have to spend a lot of money in order to have a high quality conditioner. I had heard a lot of great things about it and even my hairstylist at the time recommended it for me to …

I’m usually a woman on the go, and I work long hours and sometimes the easiest thing for me to do when it comes to eating is just to grab something out of the pantry or the freezer, something I can easily heat up at work. Half the time …

I take a nightly hot bath to treat muscular symptoms related to fibromyagia, which I have had since my late teens. It relieves the pain and cramping better than any other therapy I have tried. In the winter I like to use moisturizing products such as oils and bath bombs …

I’ve dealt with some minor depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder since I was a child. I’m lethargic in the winter and more prone to “getting into a funk”. I also require lots of sunlight to help energy levels. But in the spring and summer, I’m just so happy to…be…euphoric …

I have tried a couple of the Neutrogena facial sun blocks, and this one is my favorite. I have light skin and burn very easily. I do not want my skin to look old and leathery like the sun bunnies my age are starting to look. (Sorry, sun bunnies, …