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Product review: portable bidet squeeze bottle

I purchased Portable Bidet after a surgery when I was not allowed to take showers for several weeks.  This portable bidet allowed me to feel clean without taking a shower and without getting the floor wet.  The best part of it is that it generates a good stream at the right angle without having to squeeze the bottle.  So if you are looking to use it while traveling (like an airport bathroom) rather than at home it makes no noise from escaping air or from squeezing.  It holds just enough water to give me a good rinse. What makes this bottle bidet work is a special valve on the bottom that lets the air escape as you turn the bidet upside down.  The angle of the nozzle generates a stream at a good angle that makes the water go only where it is needed. No drips on the floor. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: ScopeAround Wireless Dental Intraoral Camera Oral Camera

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My dentist has a similar camera and shows me various things as we discuss thing. I figured it would be useful to have one of these cameras of my own to see what is happening in my mouth when something hurts! The camera paired with my phone easily, the app is called "ScopeAround" and is available from GooglePlay.  The only tricky thing was to figure out how to turn on the light on the camera as it was not mentioned in the documentation.  To turn on the camera you need to press the button for 2 seconds, to turn on the lights you need to touch the same button briefly after the small lights indicating the battery level are already turned on.  To turn off the camera you need to hold the same button for a few seconds. I am including the video to show how it works - as you see the image is pretty sharp.  The camera met my expectations. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: Swissvita Dark Spot Corrector with AC-11 - Anti Spot Serum - Dark Spot, Age Spot and Acne Spot Remover

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I have been using Swissvita Spot Corrector for a little over a month.  I think is a thick white cream with no scent.  I like that it has no scent so I can apply it before I go to bed. Sun spots is a tough problem and this cream is not a magic solution that makes them invisible.  The spots do appear slightly light in color then they were before, but not what I would describe as a major improvement.  I rank it as "OK" - I had no irritation, there is a slight improvement, and I like that it is unscented. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★☆☆

Product review: ITS JUNLAN Natural Biodegradable Bamboo Toothbrush

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This is a toothbrush with soft bristles. It has a wood rather than plastic handle.  The wood is nicely finished and polished.  My dentist tells me to change the toothbrush at minimum every 6 months, so the wood holds up just fine for that period and it is nice not to use plastic when I don't have to. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: Hippo&Crate Toothbrush with Bamboo Charcoal bristles Pack of 4 (black toothbrush)

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This toothbrush is soft and feel gentle on my gums.  I have to admit that I got it because I liked the black look. It fits nicely into my black and white bathroom.  I also like that the toothbrushes come with a cap, which makes this toothbrush also good for travel. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: Shampoo and Conditioner Hair Care System - 3 Piece Gift Box by Hot Tresses

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This shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer set smells have an  minty scent with earthy background. It is not what I would describe a flowery scent This shampoo has no parabens and it is fairly low suds shampoo. I thought my hair looked good after washing  - clean and shiny. On weekends when I have more time I also use leave-in moisturizer. It works best when you air dry you hair and even though I am in the rush in the mornings I let my hair dry naturally on the weekends. The moisturizer leaves my hair feeling softer and I hope it is good for it as well. The set was nicely packaged, and each tube was foil sealed.  The tubes can stand on the caps but are a little wobbly.  After using them in the shower for a few days I managed to knock them down a few times and now they are upside down in a caddy which keeps them from falling down. If I wanted to  change anything I would make the containers more stable when they are free standing on their caps. Overall, I am pleased w...

Product review: Burnshield Premium Sterile Emergency Burn Dressing 4"x4" (10cm x 10cm) "Cools The Burn"

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The Amazon stock picture shows a box with several burn dressings, so I was surprised that I got only one 4"x4" burn dressing. Burn dressings need to be changed frequently, so one bandage would not be enough if the injury is significant enough to need a burn dressing. When had I a serious burn the doc told me to change the dressing twice a day. Amazon has many similar products with a better price. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★☆☆☆☆

Product review: Tom's of Maine Whole Care Fluoride Gel, Orange Mango

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I don't like mint flavors in anything, yet for years I had to put up with minty toothpaste. It is nice a have a choice! Tom's of Maine orange mango gel toothpaste has fluoride which fight cavities, it whitens with silicas, and has a pleasant taste that makes you want to brush more frequently which promotes fresh breath and lessens tartar. The orange flavor is noticeably yet light and refreshing. It foams a little less than a regular toothpaste like Colgate, but feels nicer. It leaves a cool refreshing feeling and the slight orangy flavor lingers for a few minutes. Attached is a photo of the Orange Mango Gel being put on the toothbrush so you can see the actual toothpaste color and texture. It is a little pricier than a typical toothpaste, but it is worth it to me recommend! You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: Burt's Bees Natural Skin Care for Men Shave Cream

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Burt's Bees is an excellent shave cream.  Yes, it is a bit expensive but it gives a very smooth shave, the skin feels very smooth after it. My husband said that he seems to get less irritation and ingrown hairs since he started using it.  It smells nice without smelling like a cologne or aftershave.  The only flaw the product has is that the tube design makes it hard to get all of it when it is almost all gone.  Given the price that felt unfortunate, so when the tube became almost empty my husband cut the bottom end open with scissors and then used a tube squeezer to keep it closed so it would not dry out.  This gave him several extra days of shave cream.  This was after nothing would come out from the tube top! This has become a regular item for us.  Good stuff! You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★★

Product review: ELEFT Anti Blister Pad, Medium Size, 4 Pieces

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This package contains four blister pads.  They are very thin and made out of gel backed with adhesive paper that you remove to place it over the blister.   They stick well, I was able to wear one for several days.  They come in a small plastic container so you can carry them in a purse or backpack without worrying that you would damage the pads.   The only con is that they are fairly expensive. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★☆

Product review: ELEFT 4D Barefoot Arch Support Insoles

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I am slightly flat footed, so I often wear sole inserts in my shoes.  This one is different from a gazillion insole I already own.  It has pads made out of memory foam type material.   They are very comfortable, but they do not provide strong arch support a flat person would want.  I am wearing them inside of my home sleepers, where I want to be super comfortable and do not want stuff arch support. I got size 8 women inserts an fit perfectly the size 8 shoes.  On the back they have lines, so someone with a smaller foot can trim them easily. Sometimes inserts have unpleasant chemical ordor that takes a few weeks to air out.  I was happy to find that these inserts had no scent at all and I was able to use them right away, no airing out needed. Nice comfy inserts as long as you understand they are soft and do not provide firm arch support. You can find it on Amazon by following this link. Product review ★★★★☆