I had the implanon put in about 4 months ago and thought I’d write a review since they were a big factor when I was considering the implant.
I went to my doctor requesting tricyclic contraceptive pill, was on microgynon 30 for a few years but had found it completely …

I don’t have time for complicated dental routines (I have three young kids) but I have used ACT for several years. I happened to meet a dentist that recommended it as a way to neutralize the acid in the mouth and therefore reduce the liklihood of cavities. …

I love old fashioned, cold processed soap, and Pangea Organics is a brand I am proud to buy. Not only are their products organic, their packaging is recyclable and plantable. The box the soap comes in is actually seeded, so you can plant it and grow herbs. I planted mine, …

Do you have sensitive teeth? Can’t eat what you love, because of the painful effect? Tired of looking for the right toothpaste? Stop your search now. Presenting the latest toothpaste in the market, Sensodyne Toothpaste.
If you go to the website, you can request for a …

The current dengue cases in my country is not surprising. It has reach a very alarming proportions that I myself is scared to see even a single mosquito. You need to be protected wherever you go. When you live in the tropics, this is inevitable. Dengue is such a …

Over the past two years (that’s when I was first introduced to Burt’s Bees products, even though it’s been around forever), I have used just about every Burt’s Bees product imagineable. I don’t like the fact that these products are extremely expensive, especially when I’ve trained myself to shop …

According to the claims, you can lose a pants or dress size in 10 days guaranteed with the Malibu Pilates system. The system centers on their patented total body device or “chair”, and combines cardio and body sculpting all in one workout.
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When I was a child, my mother would put Neosporin Antibacterial Ointment on my cuts and scrapes, and it’s probably why I’m not as scarred as I should be. These days, as a mother myself, I use it on my own child when she goes out to play …

This product was recommended to me by a friend whose daughter had eczema when she was an infant. My one month+ old baby had the same problem when she was 3 weeks old.
I applied Aquaphor on her eczema rashes on top of a 1% hydrocortisone cream. The active ingredient …

I’ve been having leg cramps and foot cramps as a symptom of my fibromyalgia for years. I’ve taken muscle relaxers at times, but prefer not to be on any more drugs than I have to be. When I first developed them, as a teenager, I would take over …

I have been using various kinds of dental floss for years, and really liked the stretchy kind that was fluffy when the tension was loose and then thinner when tight. I felt this cleaned the best of any kind of floss I used. My problem was always the inconvenience of …

When it comes to sanitary napkins, I like to be able to move around or sleep and be fully protected. I have tried plenty of overnight pads, and most of them are pretty decent. I recently purchased the Walgreens brand Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. The ultra thin …

The last few weeks, I have been cooking more than usual and I have somehow managed to cut my fingers repeatedly. My normal routine for finger cuts is to cover with a bandage, then top with a finger cot. Well, for my last cut, I ran out of …

We get our fair share of cuts and scrapes at home, and when that happens, we bring out the Band Aid brand bandages. I like the medicated version that has Neosporin already added on the cotton part because they help to keep a cut clean and also reduce …

Since 1 year I am using the Classic tooth brush to brush my teeth. And since I am using it I normally don’t have any dental problems. The brush is very flexible and very easy to use. It comes in many sizes for different ages of …

I had to purchased this gadget for my grandma as a birthday present. I know she will like thing so much, because every time she needed to check her blood pressure, she needed to ask my cousin who happened to be a nurse. She would always ask her to …

When I decided it was time to get healthy I found that my diet (or lack there of) was missing a few things and fiber was one of them. A friend suggested that I start using a supplement and actually suggest Benefiber. I read the label and thought it …

I love taking a nightly bath with a variety of products to make it more interesting. I treat myself to different bath bombs, because I love the texture and softness of the water, and the amazing scents. It is fun watching them fizz away, or holding them in your hand …

I love to work with essential oils. I use them for massage preparations, aroma therapy, and general treatment of skin and health conditions as needed. I have long been a huge fan of tea tree oil and use it regularly in a great variety of things.
When I read …

I’ve been wanting to try the Organix line ever since I started seeing it on the shelves at Walmart. It is very inexpensive, and I like to use organic and natural products when I can. I would call this line a hybrid between organic and mainstream. While the …

I had always loved experimenting different things on my hair. So whether it was coloring my hair or just straightening it- my hair did go through a lot of chemical processing. So in order to keep it in good condition, I always tried my best to do some deep …

So I have had problems sleeping pretty much for as long as I can remember. It’s never been that I can’t get to sleep eventually, but that it will sometimes take me two hours or more to get there. I can remember having this problem from at least seven …

Many People think that Virgin Coconut Oil is miraculous because of the number of its healing abilities. My sister has a cyst and she herself is taking the one which is banana-flavored. Since I oftentimes experience dysmenorrheal, I decided to try virgin coconut oil. I purchased ABS Herb’s Virgin …

Trying out various skin cleansing products have always made my skin care quite interesting and exciting affair. Thus, whenever I happen to see a product which I feel could bring positive results for my skin, I spare no time in buying it for myself as soon as possible. This …

When I broke out in a rash from coming in contact with some mystery plant at a park get-together, I asked the pharmacist what was the best product for itching. I had already tried hydro cortisone, and it was not working like it usually did. Not knowing exactly what caused …

I have always been a fan of trying out natural and homeopathic remedies, even though the success rate has been questionable for me personally. Many times it turned out to be a waste of money. Sometimes it worked, but most times there was no way to know whether it worked …

I had been looking for a gym for quite some time. When I was at work one day some representatives from EP Fitness came in. I listened to their pitch and it sounded pretty great. I was going to get a twelve month membership for 25 dollars a month. …

If you are a first time user of this product, I would suggest planning when to take it. It would be best consumed when you have an empty stomach and at a time when you are really decided that you want to lose weight. Why? Simply because this product …

I use a nightly hot bath to help treat the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia, which I have struggled with since my late teens. It also helps to relax me so that I sleep better, which is another important factor in treating the condition. In the summer when my skin …

While I was browsing in a CVS store, I saw something that was unusual. I had never seen a store brand make a product to compare to an Avon product. CVS has a bath oil product that compares itself to Skin-So-Soft bath oil by Avon. I have used …

I have had a problem with thinning hair for the last several years. One bit of advice that was given to me was that I needed to rid my hair and scalp of chemicals—“ get them out, and then start using all natural products and see if that made a …

Just when I thought that Premiere Ultra Thin Condoms were the finest and the the closest to the real thing, I was wrong. Just like our often grouse that these artificial birth control methods provide less genital sensitivity, I always lookout for products which can provide the best feeling. I …

Pepto Bismol was recommended to me by a pharmacist when I was having tummy problems. But this medicine is for so much more. It helps to relieve Upset Stomach, Indigestion, Heartburn, Nausea and Diarrhea.
I personally used it for Nausea, Upset Stomach and on very rare occasions, Heart Burn. Pepto …

I purchased Sally Hansen’s Maximum Growth Daily Nail Growth Program because I had to cut my nails due to them being really dirty and uneven. As soon as I finished cutting my nails, I missed them dearly after wards, so I decided that I would try and find a …

Now that I am not young anymore, I have been dealing with calloused and cracked feet. I would get some pretty good cracks on my feet that would really hurt. I was clueless when it came to foot care. I asked my doctor and she recommended …

As the name suggests, Myra E is a brand of Vitamin E capsules sold here in the Philippines. The softgel capsule is small enough to swallow. I take this for my skin to look better. I have a mild eczema and occasional breakouts which makes me very insecure about …

I had often seen the television commercials for a diet aid called Flush the Fat with Internal Flush, which advertises itself as a product designed to flush the excess fat from your body. I had assumed this was just another diet aid, until I saw this product on my …

I work at a store that sometimes requires us to wear the shoes they sell. And, I’ll be honest, these are not a good quality shoe, and are certainly not designed to be in all day long, on your feet. Great for a night on the town, but not …

I keep a few body lotions around the house so I will be tempted to use them more often, which will hopefully keep my skin healthier and younger for a longer time. I recently found this lotion on sale, and I really liked the ingredients and the fragrance. It has …

This Mangosteen Juice is also called Xango which I have used it for 2 months and wasn’t happy about it. It also has a website on it and has helped so many people with cancers and problems. It helps to boost your energy, fight inflammation, lose weight, reduces and …

I was so happy with Neutrogena’s spf 90 facial sun protection, that I thought this would be the perfect accompaniment for the rest of my body. I have very fair skin that blisters easily, and I also have a cloud hanging over my head medically—“ for years it has been …

I am always on the look out for a fish oil supplement that is tolerable and free from the unwanted “fish burp syndrome.” I found this product online and ordered it based on good reviews, and the fact that it is a really unique concept. It’s a squeeze …

Sometimes after working out in the gym my feet tend to sweat and feel uncomfortable, and that feeling stays on my feet until I take a shower or bath. Another problem is in my workout sneakers, they sometimes carry a bad odor and I have to wash them constantly …

I have always loved Luna bars and was happy to find out Luna was offering free samples of their new whole grain snack cookie, the Luna Cookie. I signed right up and got my sample.
The sample flavor I received was Chocolate Mint. I love chocolate and mint …

I decided a while ago to start stocking a home gym because it was easier than trying to find time to go to the gym everyday. I found most of my equipment right at Walmart and have had no problems with most of my choices. One of the choices …

There are few things I hate as much as getting a pimple on your inner thigh. I mean it’s bad enough when you have to have it on your face, like your chin or your cheeks, or maybe even your nose, but it’s almost traditional to have it there because, …

I wanted a bottle of hand sanitizer to keep in the office for an odd reason. I have several pet mice. Since they live in an aquarium in the said office, I tend to take short breaks from typing to play with them. If you’ve ever had mice, …

I was having a hard time, when I was trying to improve myself and live a healthy lifestyle a few years ago, getting into the grove of exercise. I mean, I was exercising on a daily basis, but after a few months, I wasn’t seeing much of a result …

I tried my second Shape workout DVD today, and I am happy to report that I found it more appealing than my last. Although it has a similar configuration, it was a more inclusive session. Today’s Shape 20-Minute Makeover contained a 20 minute interval training session and also four …

When I switched over to using mostly sulfate free shampoos, I also wanted to use natural conditioners. Since Now Foods is a brand I have a lot of experience with, I decided to try one of theirs. The scent of berries sounded appealing, and the ingredients looked great—“ plus I …