I love to try out new natural products and especially when they have unusual scents and ingredients. This one has the smell of cinnamon, cloves, and bergamot—“ giving it a very unique blend. The tiny exfoliate granules in this product are very soft and gentle. They are barely …

I bought some Mineral Ice Rub at the drugstore, because I had a sprained back and wanted to try something new to treat it with. The cool blue gel is not greasy at all, and I found it to have a pleasant, cooling menthol smell. It didn’t make my back …

I am not a fan of diet supplements or even products which claim to suppress hunger. I find that eating less and exercising more is about as simple and effective a way to control weight that there is. I had recently been injured, and without being able to exercise, …

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 …

I wear contact lenses for as long as I can remember. This means wearing them for at least 8 hours in a day. When my eyes give up, I just resort to putting on my prescription glasses to get some relief in the eyes. However, during the times I …

I find that the Ricola brand is about the best when it comes to cough drops. Although I no longer purchase the original flavor - I much prefer the lemon mint variety as that variety tastes so good - when I did, I was wholly satisfied with the soothing …

I have been wearing contact lenses since I was in High school. SO i guess there was not much problem with how I take care of my contacts. I usually buy dailies and contacts that were extended to 3 up to 6 months. such as fresh looks and J …

I’ve always had problems with my skin. As a youth, these were sometimes severe, but have somewhat died out over the years. Now that I’m in my thirties, I’m still stricken with the occassional case of a breakout, usually during that untimely female monthly visitor, and I’m always looking …

Last weekend, my mom and had our masseuse come over at our house to give us a body massage. At last, I was able to use the Body Shop Harmonising Massage Oil that I bought earlier this year. It came in a special Body Shop gift pack …

Colgate Toothpaste
I have used the Colgate Toothpaste many times to brush my teeth and keep them clean and healthy. My experience with it is very good and I think it is a great toothpaste. I would like to share my experience with you.
Let me start by saying that I …

I am a very accident prone person and tend to experience some pain or the other every now and then. For this reason, I have had the liberty of trying out various pain relief aids, and experimenting with the various pros and cons of different products. Recently when I …

Within the social structure of the bee kingdom there are the soldiers bees which are tasked with the security and sanitation of the bee hive that can contain anywhere from 8 to 10 thousand bees in a given colony. It s notable that the sanitation level of a bee …

I love trying new hand creams to see if I can find one that I like better than the one that I call my usual hand cream. My hands tend to get extremely dry in the winter months, so I need something strong enough to handle the chafing and …

Genuine Efficascent Oil has many uses in our household that is why we always have this at home. It has been used and trusted by our family for decades now.
For muscle pains and backaches, a massage with Genuine Efficascent Oil would do the trick. It has a soothing effect …

Recently my sister, who is a doctor, had advised me to take Ranbaxy Revital capsule for continuously three months. I had consulted her because I used to feel quite tired in the evening. Even I was feeling sleepy for the entire day during office. I felt that it was …

Let me just say that as someone who will have to be on prescription pain medication the rest of their life I have mixed feelings about prescription painkillers. On one hand I believe that they are a lifesaver, because I know that I wouldn’t be able to make …

When I was to take my first international flight two years ago, I would be crossing five hours of time difference. Everyone warned me I would get jet lag. Well, almost everyone. I have a friend who is known far and wide for her interest and expertise in homeopathic and …

Smooth 9.3 Series Treadmill has no side handles to hold onto. Not even those tiny ones I had listed as a disadvantage in my previous reviews of some other treadmills. None. To me, it’s a deal killer. From what I’ve heard, even people without any balance problems can suddenly …

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 …

I purchased Benefiber because of the claims that it was tasteless and did not thicken in water or change the texture of what it was mixed into. I have irritable bowels syndrome which flares up from time to time, and I have been taking fiber supplements on the …

I have used Vitabath green for years, and eventually I wanted to try out the citrus fragrance too, as I heard it was nice. I smelled it in the store and loved it—“ nice fresh orangey-lime scent with some woodsy and floral notes added in.
I originally intended to buy a …

I have been using Fds feminine spray for many years, and I have always been extremely satisfied with the results. The spray is absolutely perfect for those long days (times where every female can be left feeling a little “unclean”). I always felt that if there was deodorant …

I have been a user of aloe vera for a long time. I take it internally and use it for skin conditions like burns. I have a hobby of making up my own skin preparations, using essential oils and other natural products and bases. When I heard of someone …

Crest Whitening Strips work like a charm. They are simple to use, taste crisp and clean, leave your mouth feeling fresh, and within two weeks after using them each day, your teeth honestly shine and glimmer like those of people on television. They’re absolutely awesome, and I …

Due to long hours of sitting, I had developed an acute pain in my knees. Although I had been witnessing knee pain in the past- they were not of the severe category. But this time my knee pain just made me restless and I found it difficult to even …

A tube of this lip balm was given to me by a friend, and when I first saw the packaging, I expected it to be run of the mill and boring—“ but a quick read of the ingredients convinced me otherwise. It has some of the same ingredients as a …

I purchased this moisturizer during the MAC craze about how good this is. It is definitely expensive , around $30, for a little bottle. It’s more like travel size to me. This is suppose to control oil production giving your face a matte finish. This also works good as …

I am officially over forty and looking for ways to prevent signs of aging in my skin. Since I am a big fan of antioxidants, I decided to try the Home Health Goji berry eye cream. I have used a few eye creams and got moderate success, but this one …

One of the best trusted brand that I have been using ever since my menstrual cycle began. It gave me no problems at all and I would say it was the best of all brand I have tried. No leakage problems and the pads have better absorbance …

The Tempur-Pedic Side Pillow has been recommended by many doctors as healthy for neck and spine issues. I have looked into Tempur-Pedic in the past as a means by which I might improve my sleep experience. I have an L4 ruptured disc and neck issues from my …

I have used Chloraseptic spray in the past. Mostly as a child, when it was forced down my throat by well meaning parents and grandparents. This brand has been around for many many years. I was mostly accustomed to the original green-colored spray which I always …

I am photosensitive, so I try and avoid the sun at all costs, but sometimes it is impossible and I will burn badly after only 10 minutes or so in the sun. I’ve tried various after burn care products, and found a few I like and some that …

I love natural soaps, and this one caught my attention with the name. I can’t see auras, but it would seem likely that a glowing one is a good thing, so I bought this almond scented bar to make myself glow, just in case I ran across someone who could …

As the summer months approached, my friends and I decided to go to the beach for a week after we finished university classes. I only had a month to slim down before beach season, but I also could not afford to spend too much time exercising at the gym …

There are a few products that I keep in my medicine cabinet whether I think I will need them or not. Neosporin Plus Pain relief is one of them. I used to use the regular Neosporin ointment, without the pain relief ingredients. This is also an excellent product—“ …

I know that it is important to keep sanitizers around during cold and flu season. I already get sick enough, and want to kill germs before the start to attack. I also do not like to spend an arm and a leg to do this and shop for bargains …

After attending a live belly dance show recently, I vowed that this would be the year to try it out for myself! Upon my return home, I started browsing Amazon for a belly dance DVD that might get me started. Although there were many choices …

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 …

As a stocking stuffer this Christmas, I received one of these lovely lip balms. These are not your ordinary lip products you find in the store. These are quite exquisitely made. I could tell by the packaging that this was no ordinary product, with the collectible little decorated …

Recently, my grandchildren had a grandfather die. I knew this death was coming soon, the children are 4 and 10, and the elder grandson was nearly reared by his Abu…….Abuelo…….his Mexican Grandfather. I knew that when it did happen, both boys would be highly effected, as the family is …

My lips have always remained dry and this has made it just important for me to keep it moisturized with the various lip care products available in the market. Since there are a flood of lip balms and lip moisturizers available, I always try and experiment with different …

With the advent of winter- it almost seemed that my cough and cold were ever ready to make me feel uncomfortable and stressed. Experiencing a blocked and stuffy nose coupled with continuous sneezing at short intervals —“ was enough to make my nose and cheeks go red and …

My partner suffers from “combination hair” and loves this tea tree product because it does not cause either dryness or oiliness for them. When we decided to take a couple of days for a holiday trip, I just packed this one shampoo, thinking that for one night, I would …

When I decided to try a few natural alternatives to chemical hair dyes which had been eating my hair’s quality alive, henna based products were among the first suggested to me. My first try was with a henna based cream formula, and although it didn’t quite cover my gray, it …

We have been here a few times, and our daughter always enjoys it. It is basically a gym for young children. It says Fit Family Centre, and they do offer Fit Mom classes, but this place is for children up to the age of six.
We take our eighteen-month-old when …

I am as guilty as any consumer of falling for pretty, well designed packaging and presentation, and initially, I wondered if that is what happened when I ordered this product from an Avon representative. It’s in a pretty jar and it’s shiny and soft blue, my favorite color. I …

By far, the easiest and SAFEST way to exercise would have to be using the OxyCycle. This isn’t a typical exercise bike that you sit on. You need to supply your own chair (couch, bed, etc.) The OxyCycle is basically just motorized pedals that allow you …

I have a friend whose husband is a soldier. One time she invited me to her home. Before I left she gave me some first aid medicine, among them were 2 sachets of Celox which according to her were brought home by her husband. I actually did …

Chronic Depression is referred to as Dysthymia in the medical field. It has been realized that this is a less sever than major chronic depression but it lasts a much longer time. It is also for a person with Dysthymia to also suffer from major depression at the same …

My feet are in awful shape. That’s pretty much all I can say about it. And I’ve tried a variety of products to help treat my ongoing athlete’s foot. And I’m not even an athlete! Sure, I’m on my feet most days when I’m at work, and I have …