I awoke this morning with severe lower back pain. As much as I hate to ‘pop’ pills, I knew I had to relieve my discomfort. I reached for my bottle of Aleve caplets. I can happily say I am now totally pain free after taking 2 …

While most contact lens orders come with a free lens case with lids that screw on, I choose to purchase additional cases with snap lids. I have learned my lesson the hard way about the downsides of screw cap cases.
In all cases, while placing a lens in the …

EA Sports’ active for Wii is a revolution in home fitness. The package comes with the actual game, the leg strap (more details later) and the resistance band. You start out by making a profile that involves body type and clothing. It offers you many choices that in my …

I didn’t mind the atypical whirling episodes I’ve been experiencing since the start of this year. I associated it to my poor vision, believing my eyes might be in need for a new set of contact lenses. At rare moments, I get this light-headed feeling. My …

The Yoko Spa Milk Salt is a spa milk salt manufactured by Siam Yoko Co., Ltd from Thailand. I’ve been using the Yoko Spa Milk Salt for more than two months and I really can say that it has a lot of promising effects which I didn’t expect. The …

Pearl Drops XL is commercialized (at least on the box) as a revolutionary toothpaste which supposedly whitens your teeth as you use it. Now I’m not an economics major nor am I a professional dentist, but it doesn’t take a genious to realize that these assumptions are somewhat bogus. …

We women typically don’t like to admit we have facial hair. In fact, if our regular makeup could disguise this fact, but would cost us an additional $20 per bottle of foundation, I think none of us would argue about the price and would purchase it immediately. Sometimes, the …

I have never been a fan of Cepacol lozenges. I always thought they tasted terrible. They did produce a numbing effect, but I could never make myself take them because the taste nauseated me, especially if I was already not feeling well due to a cold.
When I …

HoMedics Spa Bathmat Bubble Massager BMAT-1. The name of this product pretty much says it all: it is a mat-style massager that you use in your bath tub that makes bubbles.
The massager requires some minimal assembly, but it is easy to set up. First, you dampen the bath tub …

I used to use this product a long time ago, back when I had a (gasp!) Perm. I would work it into my wet hair as the stylist had shown me, and let it dry naturally or use a diffuser dryer. It always gave me a great tousled curl look, …

I have very sensitive skin and so I have to think twice before using any cream. My sister uses Vaseline Intensive care, Aloe Fresh light moisturising Lotion and she never had any skin related problem with this cream . I tried the lotion in small amount from my sister’s …

Believe it or not one of the products I like to use to help fight odors in my household is Avalon Organics Deodorant Spray Rosemary and Peppermint. It actually helps freshen the air in my home naturally and fast and it leaves my air smelling like fresh herbal rosemary …

This 40g (1.4oz) is one of the best muscle rubs I have used. I use this 40g gel when I feel aches coming after a long day at the computer or after a strenous workout in the gym or after doing a long jog round the neighbourhood. This gel …

I am diabetic, and when I was first diagnosed, my doctor put me on a medication that could sometimes cause low blood sugars. This was scary and difficult to control for me, and I eventually stopped the medication and controlled my condition with diet and exercise, and later with a …

My teeth had become sensitive and this sensitivity was making me very uncomfortable. The problem of sensitivity always remained an on and off affair. The reason for this as my dentist had suggested was because I was rather hard on my teeth while brushing, which in turn had made …

I have diabetes and have to be very careful about foot care. So that I do not develop any infections, (and also for hygiene reasons) I like to use some sort of antifungal powder or spray for my feet and shoes. What type I use depends on the shoe.
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Ever since the recession, I have resorted to using Charmie Feminine Pads mainly because it costs much lesser than other brands of pads. Compared to other pads, the price difference is a bit steep. Most pads costs around 30 pesos per pack, while this brand only costs below 20 …

This product is an interesting way to volumize hair. I have a problem with my hair thinning on top, and the sides and back of my hair are frizzy. I don’t like to use anything to weigh down my hair on top. It is almost like I have two …

Recently I’ve realized where I’ve gained a little weight especially since starting my new job, which has put quite a bit of stress on me a part from everything else. I would have gone on an exercise plan, but even that seems to be a bit difficult sometimes since …

When I was working on a music project with some other musicians, we used a studio every week for a few hours. We had a private bathroom, and I was put in charge of supplies. (They all know I love soap.) I decided to do something kind of fun, …

I have thinning hair on the top and crown of my head. I have used every anti-thinning and volume boosting product out there, including a couple of powders that I got mixed results with.
When I went out of town for a weekend, I did not pack any volume …

I got this neat little case as a gift. I have been a wearer of contacts for years, but in the last few years, my eyes have grown intolerant of them. I wanted to keep trying to wear them anyway, so I have been trying out different brands …

When I first heard about these, I assumed they were just like the detox pads which I had tried and did not get any benefit from. Reading more into it, I found that the ingredients used in this product was totally different, and the intended out come was different—“ and …

I know a lot of people are taking fish oils and dietary supplements for their health, and I am one of those. My sisters and I found out about Noni when my Aunt was in the hospital, due to sever menstrual cramps. One of the nurses said that the …

Pond’s has always been a trust brand for a while, I remember seeing my mother use pond’s cold cream every night prior to sleeping when I was a child. Now, its my turn to use it.
I have a stable skin and not prone to break outs, but my skin gets …

I often like to start the day with a Bodies in Motion workout with Gilad. Recently I learned that Gilad, a fitness veteran who has worked with countless celebs such as Arnold Schwartzeneger, and Jack La Lanne, since hitting the scene in 1983; also hold the honor …

I have always loved herbal remedies, aroma therapy, and natural relaxation techniques. I had been reading about Melissa leaf as an aroma therapy tool, and I was thrilled when my partner came home with a little bottle of this herbal bath product. I couldn’t wait to get into a …

I have always liked Method products. I like their formulas and their philosophy. The foaming hand wash has become one of my favorite products and I have tried quite a few of the varieties. Although when I first tried the self foaming washes, I was unsure about how economical they …

Before I made a serious commitment to squeeze some physically-engaging activities, I used to suffer from mild constipation. The whole time, I would feel this bulky mass across my midriff, even though, I have a skinny physique. It was probably dyspepsia. My doctor also doesn’t allow me …

I always hated to wake up and find my husband and children looking at me helplessly. This would be because their sleep would be disturbed due to my snoring- and I would just hate to see this expression on their face. But after having used the anti- snore pillow …

I know that I can’t be the only woman who simply cannot keep up with a daily contraceptive regimen. From the time I became sexually active I have tried almost every pill and got the same awful side effects - painful menstrual cycles, mood swings, weight gain, etc. - …

I am not overly obsessed with overly appearance, but I like to look nice. I brush my teeth everyday and keep up with my oral hygiene, but I decided that I would like my teeth to be a bit whiter, and that I wanted to brighten up my smile. …

We have been using Lever 2000 in our house for around 10 years. It is one of our favorite soaps with good reason. It really smells fantastic and it does a great job of removing smells and keeping odors away. My husband works outdoors and comes …

I am really starting to think I should read the boxes of my new workouts more closely, as I once again purchased a new DVD and didn’t have a crucial piece of workout equipment on hand.
My latest workout mishap concerns The Firm Body Sculpt …

I am taking Optimum Nutrition Opti-Men Multivitamins for quite a few months. It did help me a lot. Previously I used to always feel sleepy in the day and there was a sense of lack of energy in the body. Moreover, my enthusiasm to work for the entire day …

I’ve had my fair share of accidents and, as a result, also have a rather impressive collection of bandages and first aid products. Usually I forget I have them, so the next time some bump or bruise arises I’m off to go buy something new because I hardly ever …

There are numerous toothpastes on the market which promise a whitening effect, and I have tried several of them. The product that whitens my teeth the best is Crest Vivid White-while it does not taste great, in my opinion, and the results are subtle and not immediate, I have …

I am a huge fan of Bath and Body Works products, and I always go to their semi annual clearance sales and stock up. On my last trip, I bought a bottle of the Moonlight Path shower gel. Moonlight Path has been a staple fragrance for the company for …

Brushing of teeth is essential in our everyday life. Our teeth is very important because it plays a very important role when we eat. This is the reason why we have to take care of it and keep it strong and healthy. Choosing the right toothpaste should not be …

Schiff Natural Vitamin B Complex is a 8 in the world of B complexes however it is formulated to do something better than some other b vitamins. This isn’t quite formulated as well as a 9 or 10 rated product but it does work in giving you energy and …

Well, this particular mouthwash for interventions has made me want to write a review about it because I’m not happy with it.
PURPOSE OF THIS MOUTHWASH
It is a product for gums that improves their health and avoids problems like irritation or gingivitis or something more delicate like interventions, extractions, implants, …

Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture is such a great product and for all skin types. It is especially good for people with extra-dry skin. This is specifically used for your face. When I use this product, I notice that the best time to use it is after I wash my face. …

First, I love this product from Nature’s Blend. I deal with health issues everyday with my systemic vasculitis disease. One of the problems I have problems with is sore joints and muscles when I wean from prednisone. This product keeps my joints from hurting. And, for me it is …

Q-Tips, made by Johnson& Johnson, are such a versatile product, and one that I never let myself run out of. It can be used for so many things. I prefer the J & J Q-Tips over any of the other brands because quite frankly, I believe them …

I have been coloring my hair for several years now, and recently decided to switch to mostly sulfate free shampoo. (I do occasionally use one for a clarifier though.) I have tried a few brands that are widely available in stores, but I wanted to try Pureology when I …

A natural toothpaste I like to brush my teeth with is Toms of Maine Anti Plaque Whitening Toothpaste because it has a pleasant mint flavor and is free from fluoride. The natural ingredients in this toothpaste that I really like are the spearmint, peppermint, coconut oil, silica, xylitol and …

I have suffered from fibromyalgia for many years. Naturally, when I hear of a product specifically for the condition, I check it out. This product from Wise Consumer Products is labaled specifically for fibromyalgia, and is a homeopathic formula in the form of a rubbing oil. I interpret “rubbing oil” …

When I buy feminine products I always make sure to purchase Stayfree Maxi Pads with Odor Neutralizer. Odor is just one of the monthly affects of my menstrual cycle that I don’t like to deal with. It’s bad enough that I have other things to deal with like …

I decided to try this shampoo because I generally really like Burt’s Bees products, and I do process my hair with color regularly, and it has damaged my hair, especially at the ends. Supposedly, the jewelweed (which I had never heard of) and fennel seed helps to renew processed hair …

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 …