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Blistex medicated lip balm
July 10, 2007 | | TrackBacks

Summer is here, and being outdoors is a must for me. Chapped lips are very amateur, unattractive, painful, and simply unwarranted when considering the number and variety of products currently on the market for its prevention. Keeping your lips moist seems like an easy enough task for anyone to achieve, this really should be a year round activity and actually a must in cold winter temperatures too ( I however reside in Houston, and thus a cold winter is simply nonexistent). The first product I picked was the Blistex lip balm (medicated). The taste, texture, and ease of use were all decent.


I left the container in the car while at the beach and when I returned, the wax in the container had melted and leaked out of its container, making a mess in my cup holder (where I had placed it). Poor design and perhaps wax that melts too easy(?) were definite soars in the rating of this product, which makes it absolutely useless for people who live in hot climates (me in the summer), perhaps had I rated this product while on a ski trip, It would have done better, but that wasn't the case, and the product didnt have a warning stating that it should only be used under colder temperatures.

Gillette Fusion
March 29, 2007 | | TrackBacks

Alright fellas, so when the four blade razors were introduced a while back you were wondering how ridiculous and worthless a 5 blade version would be and if it would ever be made, after all, how many blades can they fit on a razor? The new Fusion from Gillette does just that, its a 5 blade razor. Id never have considered buying one since I stopped upgrading at 3... however, when I received one to try in the mail, I did so without any hesitation just to prove to myself that they are all the same. I must say that its the smoothest shave Ive EVER had. Its so smooth that i actually enjoy shaving now. I use Benzashave as a shaving cream and so a super sharp and smooth razor definitely helps when you just use a small amount of a lubricant medicated cream. The new Fusion is rated as a (5+1) since it has an utterly useless razor on the back of the head, which proved to be an absolute waste.The Fusion and my Benzashave go together like peas and carrots and my face couldn't be happier for it. The refills on your razors for the fusion can take a toll on your wallet so watch out!

Schick Women's Quattro Razor
March 20, 2007 | | TrackBacks

So I've moved on from those "exfoliating" Venus razor blades and am on to Schick's Women's Quattro. This is a man's razor made all pink and pretty for women. And finally women can stop borrowing their husband's razor. The four-blade razor actually pulls through with its packaging promises--a smooth and close shave. The razor even comes with a shower stick-on holder and offers a travel case in some packaging. I must not be the only one that likes it because they have a whole site dedicated just to the razor where you can "trick out" your razor and join a fan club. Yes, a fan club for a razor. And while I won't be joining any razor fan club any time soon, I will definitely be buying and recommending the Quattro For Women razor. So here's to unwaxed, unlasered, smooth shaven legs!

Purpose Dual-Treatment Moisture Lotion with SPF 15
March 12, 2007 | | TrackBacks

"Unless you live in a submarine and work in a coal mine, you have to wear sunscreen on your face."

This is what my dermatologist told me two visits ago. And I agree, the sun can be brutal to your skin. So I've been on a hunt for a great moisturizer and sunscreen combo and after several trial offers from my dermatologist, I think I've found one. Purpose Dual-Treatment Moisture Lotion with SPF 15. The lotion doesn't burn like fire on contact and leave your skin extremely oily like some I've tried. You should be able to find it at your local drugstore for around $9.

Airborne Effervescent Health Formula
March 5, 2007 | | TrackBacks

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You’ve seen the commercials or heard about it. You might have even tried it. It’s expensive (about $7 for a tube of 10), but worth every penny to me. I use it when I know I’ll be in germ-filled environments, but I also use it when I’m just feeling a little sluggish – like I might be coming down with something. I keep tubes of it handy for whenever I think I need an immune system boost. This is more than just an easy way to get my vitamin C. I don’t know what else is in it, but I do know that the ginger is soothing to my stomach, which means more if I do happen to catch a cold – which isn’t as often, isn’t as intense, and doesn’t last as long. I like the orange-flavored, and prefer to use only ½ cup of water to dissolve it in and drink it down. Others that use it like other flavors or drink it in a whole glass of water. And still others can’t stand the flavor at all, but like other brands of similar items. Whichever – try the flavors and experiment with the amount of water you like, and then keep this around for traveling, partying, school environments or anyplace or time you need to boost your immune system. You’ll be glad you did. For more information go to the Airborne site.

Alavert 24 hour Allergy, Quick Dissolving Tablets
February 21, 2007 | | Comments (2) | TrackBacks

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I’ve gone back and forth between Claritin and Alavert, and the Alavert quick dissolving tablets and slightly better price finally settled the issue. Both have a dissolvable tablet version, both are 10mg of loratadine, both are non-drowsy 24 hour formulas and both seem to work equally well for my ongoing battle with allergies related to house dust and cats. Alavert costs less, though, by about 18 cents a tablet when you compare a 10 tablet pack of Claritin to the 12 tablet pack of Alavert. As a bonus, the Alavert tablets dissolve quickly, have a good texture, and they have a pleasant mint flavor. The Claritin RediTabs are kind of gummy and have a much less pleasant mint flavor. I get the good and the good deal with Alavert.

Talk to your doctor and/or check out all of the information before taking any OTC drug, of course! Loratadine information.

Gillette M3 Fusion Power Razor
October 11, 2006 | | TrackBacks

I saw the World Cup logo and the word 'power' on the M3 razor and decided to buy it ($15).. yeah marketing works on me.. Fortunately it came with a battery but no additional blades.. thats fine.. i understand marketing and getting the most out of a customer by having them buy replacements .. but hey now I can say that David Beckham and I shave the same way.. again.. marketing works. I'm honestly not sure if this gets me a better closer shave.. I never had any complaints when i used the non-powered version.. so Im not sure why I bought this.. oh.. i forgot.. the marketing.

Listerine Vanilla Mouthwash
September 28, 2006 | | TrackBacks

listerineBeing a long time mouthwash user right after flossing and brushing, I was rather relieved to know that a new vanilla (my favourite flavor) flavored Listerine was available on the market. Rushing to the store, buying one and rishing back home was a great joy, knowing that the burning sensation that I always experienced with this product may be coming to an end. I was further excited when I saw the label, in big letters 'Less Intense', that was just amazing! Less intense along with my favourite flavor? its like Baskin Robbins had just teamed up with Pfizer to create an amazing product! So how was it? Im not sure how they measure the intensity on this thing, but I definately didnt notice a change, and had I never seen the Vanilla flower on the bottle I would have never guessed that I had switched! Pure marketing.

Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor by ACON Labs Inc.
September 10, 2006 | | TrackBacks

A worthwhile purchase ($89.99) for those who suffer from hypertension and need to regularly monitor their blood pressure. I purchased this for my mother who battled high blood pressure for a long time and it brought a lot of peace of mind and is a real timesaver. The whole process takes less than a minute and its large display accurately reports systolic & diastolic pressures, along with the pulse rate.  The standard upper-arm cuff included with the Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor will be comfortable for the majority of users. A large cuff is available for purchase directly from ACON, along with an AC adaptor.  The kit comes with a very well-prepared manual, a carrying case, and 4 "AA" alkaline batteries. The battery life of the unit is about 300 uses, and its lightweight and carrying case makes it a complete package which can be taken anywhere comfortably.

Crest Whitestrips Supreme
August 26, 2006 | | TrackBacks

Having used the non-Supreme version of this product in the past, I really wanted to experience the 'supreme' feel and that led me to purchase a box of this kit, Crest Whitestrips Supreme. I need not mention how important having pearly whites are to a smile, which itself speaks volumes about you in first appearances, so I never hesitate in trying new things. The kit is for 21 days (84 strips), and now that I’m half way through, I can truly admit that it is definitely stronger than the regular brand. My teeth are a little on the sensitive side and so I experience a little pain towards the end of my recommended 30 minute treatment, something I didn’t experience with the regular strength (6.5% versus 14% hydrogen peroxide/ the active ingredient in all of these products). If you experience any discomfort with the regular strength, then this kit is definitely not for you. Very few stores carry this item, so either ask your dentist for a kit or order online, the price should run in the US $40-50 range.

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