Beauty Care Product Review

Crest Whitestrips Supreme Professional Strength 84 strips

2008-10-19T08:41:00.001-07:00

This product was purchased by my wife. Have always ordered through dentist before. Dentist performed whitening study, teeth became 2 shades whiter when used as recommended. Continue to use approx. 3-4 times a month to maintain whitening. Since using these whitening strips have been complemented several times on teeth being white. Some sensitivity in the beginning but after initial use sensitivity lessened.

Panasonic ER421KC Nose and Ear Hair Trimmer, Wet/Dry, Lighted

2008-10-11T13:43:00.001-07:00

HAd this about 4 weeks and no problems so far. I haven't dropped it/run over it with a car/fished it out of the toilet, so I can't vouch for its durability. The light is completely useless, unless you need an emergency trim during a blackout. The cheaper Panasonic is probably just as good.

Final word to potential purchasers - nose hair stubble is a completely new experience.

Groom Mate Platinum XL Nose & Ear Hair Trimmer + Lifetime Warranty + Free Shipping

2008-10-04T00:58:00.001-07:00

I carefully reviewed the reviews about clippers before ordering this one. And I am convinced it is best in class. But it still only works in a fair manner. It takes many turns to pull out all the hairs (and it does pull, although not too painfully, rather than cutting), and does not do very well unless it is attacking a rather big nasty hair, rather than the peach fuzz that is more common in the nasal passage & around the ear. I did have an electric rotary version before this one. It worked even more poorly. So I guess I will be satisfied with this one, for lack of a better alternative.

Gillette Mach3 Turbo Refill Cartridges, 8-Count Box

2008-09-25T23:59:00.001-07:00

These are serious blades with unparalleled comfort - except for maybe the new Gillette Fusion blades which are still prohibitively expensive. I've used a lot of razor blade types over the years, and while the Mach3 Turbos are a substantial improvement over the Sensor line, I can't imagine razors improving significantly beyond this. I've used the Fusions before and while they're great, I don't get the sense that that extra blade is really doing a lot.

Some people seem to shave daily with no issues, but some of us aren't so lucky. That's where the Mach3 razors really shine - the shave is close, but gives the least amount of irritation of any razor I've used. If you have problems with your razors leaving your face feeling raw, you can do all sorts of stuff (better shaving cream, soaking your face in hot water, etc.), but at the end of the day, it all comes down to your razor. Your best bet is with the Mach3, or the new Fusion. They are both comfortable and without any major faults.

WEN Fig Cleansing Conditioner 16oz

2008-09-18T00:22:00.001-07:00

I will update my review after using this a bit more, but after a few tries, i am not convinced that this is going to replace normal shampoo and conditioner for me. i may use this and mix it up every other time or something. I am finding that my hair still feels a bit greasy and dirty after showering and using this product. i have rinsed extra well and not left any in as a leave in and i still feel my hair is a bit dull, heavy and weighed down and not ultra clean. I do understand that this is a lot better for my hair and will help the color last longer, so i am going to continue to try it out. The smell is nice and clean and fresh, i am not getting any tingle from the product as i thought i was going to on my scalp. it feels as if it rinses out well, and i do not have the tangles that i would normally have if i were to skip conditioner after shampooing. I will update in a few weeks when i have used it more.

Oral-B Triumph Professional Care 9400 Power Toothbrush

2008-09-09T09:00:00.001-07:00

What a toothbrush! Honestly, it really is awesome! It feels like a dentist visit every morning and night, and sometimes in between :) The strength of this brush is just amazing. It is a strong, forceful (but not harsh) clean. I love the option of the 2 minute timer. It also has a "professional timer" which is also a 2 minute timer, but pulsates every 30 seconds to change quadrants of your mouth, to endure that you get the best possible clean.
It comes with a 30 day money back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose! You won't believe the feeling and the look of your teeth after only a few days of using this brush!
I love the Flossing head brushes! They are great!

Waterpik Ultra Dental Water Jet

2008-09-02T04:32:00.001-07:00

This Waterpik does an excellent job on the teeth. I am particularly impressed with the range of control for water pressure. My one complaint is the lid for the water reservoir. It must be removed in order to fill the reservoir. I have used devices like this for years that had flip up lids that made it easy to fill with water. This WaterPik comes with several optional attachments which are store in a compartment in the lid. Personally, I would have preferred a separate storage unit for the attachments and a single flip-up lid on the reservoir. I've been using this for over a month now and I still find this to be annoying. However, the bottom line is that this device is very versatile and does an excellent job at cleaning teeth and gums.

Sonicare E Series Replacement Brush Head (2 Brush Heads)

2008-08-25T23:32:00.001-07:00

Replacement heads ARE expensive, but compared to dental visits and cavity repairs they're a drop in the proverbial bucket. The first few times you use an electric brush with these heads your mouth will likely feel as if it's all a-buzz. Don't panic and don't give up. Keep using the brush and it'll pass in few short days. My dentist praises my teeth now that I've been using this system for several years. My gums and teeth are cleaner, brighter, and cavity-free.

Farouk CHI 1 Inch Ceramic Flat Hairstyling Iron

2008-08-18T11:34:00.001-07:00

I have struggled to get the hang out of my cheap flat iron for my wedge/bob hairstlye. Well, struggle no more! this iron is awesome and fast. It beats the 'cheapies' hands down. I also like it because it is thin! I thought (in my ignorance) using a larger iron would be easier, but not so. Its much easier to use this one. Plus... It comes in a limited edition pink style if you like that sort of thing (which I do). I also love this iron because its really easy to curl the ends of your hair. Just twist and go.

Make sure to use some product to protect your hair and be careful with it! You can burn your ears, neck and hands -It's HOT!

Primal Elements - Sparkle Body Care Collection (Body Wash, Hand and Body Cream, Hand Wash)

2008-08-10T11:30:00.001-07:00

Product Description
Give the gift of glamour with our new Sparkle Body Care Collection. Three beautifully hand jeweled crystal designs show off the products housed in each pump top bottle. Creamy Body Wash is created with a fruit juice cleansing agent. Hand and Body Cream is made with seventy percent organic ingredients and is paraben free, and Creamy Hand Wash is sodium laurel sulfate and paraben free. Each is enhanced with four uniquely crafted fragrances.

Farouk CHI 1 Inch Ceramic Flat Hairstyling Iron

2008-08-07T12:23:00.001-07:00

How it works
The iron is rather heavy, has two flat tongs lined with a ceramic plate on each tong's inner surface. The unit stays open until you close it across a lock of hair. It plugs into the wall, heats up in about half a minute and gets QUITE warm, well, hot even. I prop mine on a towel to prevent burning the resin vanity surface. The iron is about one inch wide, slightly curved inside.

Unlike a curling iron made of metal, the ceramic surface straightens and somehow reduces static. And the smoothness, the glass-like surface slides across the hair, contacting each hair to make a shiny smooth finish.

How to Use
Turn on iron, let heat up. Now, take a comb and pull out a lock of hair and as you comb, run the iron behind it down the entire length of the hair. Try to get as close to the scalp as you can. Repeat this all over your head. If your hair is bushy, use hairdresser clips to section off the hair that's not being styled at the moment. This really helps.