Monday, June 2, 2008

Review of Bach Flower Rescue Remedy


I have used Bach flower remedies for many years now. There are 38 different Flower Essences that work to correct emotional imbalances, replacing negative emotions with positive ones. In this review I am going to write about "Rescue Remedy".
Rescue Remedy is actually a combination of 5 different flower essences and has been specifically created to be used in stressful or traumatic moments. For example, before taking an exam, or after getting bad news, before a job interview, those situations where we lose our emotional and mental balance and can feel off kilter.
Please refer to Bach Flower Remedy website for more in-depth information. Here you will also be able to read about Dr. Edward Bach , the founder and creator of these amazing essences.

About the product:

The essences are made from spring water that has been infused with wild flowers. The remedies work at a vibrational level to help restore equilibrium to the emotional body. Consider that every living thing emits a vibration, and then think about the vibration or essence that certain flowers and plants have. How does it feel to be around flowers? How does it feel when someone gives you flowers? What effect does the scent of certain plants have upon your senses? How do the different colors effect you?
When we feel out of sorts , our bodies and minds are essentially out of balance. The theory is that using certain vibrational remedies such as Bach Flower Remedies can help to address the imbalance, by restoring a positive in place of the negative. So for example if you woke up one morning feeling anxious, then the positive expression of anxiety would be calmness. There is essentially a flower remedy that can help balance this emotion. For further insights about healing the emotions click here.

How I tested the product :

I first came across the products over 14 years ago, and Rescue Remedy has become a staple in my medicine cabinet. I use it whenever I get uneasy feelings, or when am nervous . I have used it to great effect when I want to wind down before bed. I use it for my child if he gets nervous before an exam, and when he was little I used to give it to him if he got scared. I find it to be a subtle yet highly effective remedy for me . If I have butterflies in my stomach, or feel agitated I take a few drops of the remedy in water and gently I can feel the unease lifting. It's a totally holistic and natural way to address emotional upsets and has zero side effects.

Pros :


  • Available in a spray bottle , a dropper bottle , pastilles and an alcohol- free formula suitable for kids or people who need to avoid any alcohol whatsoever. (Otherwise the essence is in a small amount of brandy as a preserver).
  • Available in a cream formula called Rescue Remedy Cream that can be used on external traumas such as bruises, cuts, sprains, rashes etc.
  • Readily available online or in health stores.
  • Non -habit forming, promotes the body to self heal.
  • Has a good website with plenty of information
  • Easy to take, can be used on plants and animals too!
Cons :

None in my opinion. This remedy is the real deal.

Conclusion :

Safe, gentle, natural, homeopathic....it works! Carry one in your purse and use it whenever life throws its curve balls at you. I have found that it relieves stress, fear, anxiety, anger, impatience.... those conditions that are universal in all of us from time to time. It is perfectly safe for children, animals, plants, pregnant women, sick people. It won't contradict any other medications or vitamins/herbs you may be on.
I give this product 5 stars out of 5 because for me it has worked wonderfully well. I love the philosophy behind it and it fits in with the way I want to live my life.... healthily!

Sunday, June 1, 2008

Review of Tweezerman Slant Tweezers


Wow, these are the best tweezers I have ever used. If you can feel or see a hair then these tweezers will grab it and pull it out, even tiny ones that are just breaking the surface. I got the slant ones, as I felt they would be better/safer for my hands when plucking hairs than the pointed ones. I have not been disappointed and consider these a staple of my beauty care box.


About the product :

Tweezerman tweezers. Use for extracting stray hairs, eyebrows, removing splinters.....

How I tested the product :

I bought these two weeks ago from our local health store, as I had lost my other tweezers. I had heard of tweezerman before, and felt it was time to invest in a pair. I have used the tweezers for tidying up my brows and they are easy to use, and pretty pain free. My previous tweezers were not anywhere near as effective, and often times I ended up gouging my skin with the tips as they were not so precise, especially on shorter hairs. Most tweezers seem to work ok on long hairs as there is something to grab, but fair badly when working on the shorter regrowth hairs. Tweezerman tweezers are perfect for these pesky stubby hairs that grow back, finally a tool that works for me!

Pros :
  • easy to use/easy to clean
  • comes with a plastic cap to cover the pointy ends when not in use
  • readily found at drugstores, health stores, online
  • handy information leaflet explaining the best way to pluck hairs
  • pretty economical considering the excellent guarantee that comes with the product. Mine cost $20 from local health store. The guarantee states that they will sharpen the tools that have become dulled through normal use for FREE. They also pledge to replace damaged /dropped tools for half the purchase price. Bent tips can be repaired for $5. There are no S/H charges. Pretty good deal I think.
Cons:
Honestly can't think of any. If any come up with further use , I will post but right now I am really happy with my purchase.

Conclusion:
I give this product 5 stars out of 5! I recommend you get a set for your beauty/medicine box, you won't be disappointed.

Saturday, May 24, 2008

Review of Deodorant Crystal Roll-On



Introduction

You probably are aware of the dangers that regular deodorants containing aluminum pose to health. Over the years there has been much educational material published regarding this. Click here for more information regarding dangers of aluminum salts in deodorants and especially the link to breast cancer.

I have not used deodorants containing aluminum for years, and over the course of time have tried many different healthy alternatives , with varying results of efficacy.

About the product:

It's called "Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal Roll-On." It's a liquid roll-on deodorant, with clear, salty liquid in it. You roll it on and let it dry.

How I tested the product:

I have been using it once every day for the last 4 months now.

Pros
  • great value - cheap, lasts a long time. One bottle cost me around $5 in the health food store.
  • nontoxic - it has only 5 ingredients
  • effective - It works well at stopping odor.
  • non-greasy - it has a light feeling on the skin, doesn't seem to clog pores much
  • non-staining - no white stuff to get on clothes
  • no strong scent - I am pretty sensitive to perfumes and bought this deodorant because it says it is fragrance -free. However, I find it to have a faint flowery smell, it is not irritating or chemically smelling though and doesn't bother me.

Cons
  • not heavy-duty - it goes on light, so it doesn't stand up to heavy exercise as well as some deodorants .
  • has slight scent , although its supposed to be scentless
  • takes time to dry - you may find yourself fanning your armpits to get them to dry faster.
  • loooong name - the name of the product is long, generic, hard to remember, and hard for people to search for due to how generic it is.
Conclusion

Overall I think this product works well, and I know it isn't going to harm me as it contain no harmful aluminums or parabens and is made with pharmaceutical grade mineral salts. Its very cheap and lasts a long time. This is great value being inexpensive, nontoxic, and does the job for me. I give it my recommendation.

I give it 4.5 Stars out of 5. Its not perfect, but it's good enough, safe, and cheap.

Where to buy it:
Health store, online.

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Review of Buttoneer


The Buttoneer is basically a cheap, flimsy version of the device clothing stores use to attach those little plastic tags that hold on price tags and hold pairs of socks together, with a few differences. While that sounds like a great idea, the Buttoneer uses tags that are so tiny and flimsy they are practically useless. The tiny tags are so weak they pull out with the slightest effort, making them inadequate for holding a button on. They might be useful for attaching buttons to doll clothing, or perhaps shirt collars or some other place that doesn't require the button to actually hold anything in place. For buttons that actually have to hold something closed, the Buttoneer is completely useless, as the buttons pull out with the slightest force. Its hard to see how the designers even thought this device could work, since the plastic tabs are so tiny and weak. Anyone who has tried the Buttoneer can see its completely useless, so either the people selling it have never even tried the thing, or they're intentionally selling a useless product.
The sad thing is, that using plastic tabs to hold on buttons is actually a pretty good idea, and the Buttoneer could probably hold buttons on securely if the device were not so poorly designed. If they just made the plastic tabs as strong as the ones used in clothing stores this would probably be a great product. Unfortunately, they used cheap, tiny, ineffective plastic tabs instead, making this product totally useless for anything except ripping off unsuspecting consumers lured in by those late-night TV commercials

Review of Episilk Lip Balm


This is a silky smooth lip balm that contains Hyaluronic Acid. Simple definition of Hyaluronic Acid is " a viscous slippery substance that lubricates the joints, maintains the shape of the eyeballs, and is a key component of connective tissue. "(From medterms .com)
The lip balm is very moisturizing and protective in cold and hot weather. It is scent free making it ideal for those sensitive to perfumes. I also use it as a base under lipstick, as it plumps out my lips and allows the color to go on more smoothly. All in all a great product and pretty inexpensive to buy, plus it lasts a long time.

Footnote, I have just got over a nasty cold and found that this lip balm was really good for soothing my poor chapped nose , cracked and painful from all the nose blowing. It didn't sting at all when rubbed into the delicate skin under my nose and protected it when further nose blowing was necessary!

Review of Aerolatte milk frother


I just got this milk frother and I love it! It is the easiest way to make frothed milk without having to use steam. I don't know if you have used a steam frother , but they can be pretty scary not to mention noisy!
With the Aerolatte frother you whip the milk up right in the cup. I used it this morning for my cappuccino and the froth came out perfect. I am a bit of a froth coinesseur and I was pleased to note the thickness and smoothness of my froth this morning. It wasn't just frothy on top and watery underneath, but a thick and creamy consistency all the way through. What a treat and it took just 30 seconds or so to whip it up!
The milk frother runs on two AA batteries, it really couldn't be easier.