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Summer: Medella Naturals All-Natural Insect Repellent

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Medella Naturals All-Natural Insect Repellent

Medella Naturals All-Natural Insect Repellent

This time last years, I went to a picnic in a beautiful part of Westchester on a lakeside. It was absolutely beautiful. What wasn’t beautiful was the allergic reaction I got to the chemically laden bug spray. Not only did I get an allergic reaction, but I smelled weird (not great at a social gathering), it got on my clothes, and it took me two days and three showers to scrub the stuff off of me. Oh, and I still got three welt-sized bug bites.

This year I’m not having any of those problems thanks to using essential oils instead of chemical insect repellents. One of my favorites is Medella Naturals All-Natural Insect Repellent. It is all natural: DEET-free (yay!), chemical free, and contains all natural ingredients. The ingredients are all things I have actually heard of: Lemongrass Oil 0.5%, Water, Vanilla, Castor Oil, Soya Lecithin, Lemon, Vitamin E 99.5%. I think it’s great that not only are these natural, non-toxic ingredients, but they are actually good for the skin!

As to the scent, it is actually quite fresh and pleasant. The top note is Lemongrass, with a soft hint of vanilla. The vanilla makes it smell more like something from Creed fragrances than the standard Lemon Pledge smell that comes with some Lemongrass-based bug sprays.

And the thing that really matters: it works! I haven’t gotten any bites since I’ve been using it, even in this hot and damp weather of late. It doesn’t transfer to clothes, nor is it oily. It absorbs nicely into the skin and makes it so soft! I’m really happy to have found this insect repellent!

Find it at Medella Laboratories

Health and Beauty: Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex

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Supplements have made become a regular part of the beauty routine of many. Sephora, for example, has a whole section dedicated to beauty-boosting supplements. Turmeric has been getting more attention lately not just for its’ significant health benefits – but for its’ beauty benefits as well. Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex is a superior formulation of Turmeric.

Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex

Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex

There have been numerous clinical studies on the value of Turmeric. An article “Turmeric and curcumin: Biological actions and medicinal applications” (Current Science Journal, July 2004) thoroughly documented these two beauty-related benefits of Turmeric: reducing inflammation and having significant anti-oxidant properties.

Turmeric Beauty Benefit #1: Celebrity Dermatologists have been touting the value of anti-oxidants and reducing inflammation as part of a successful anti-aging skin-care beauty routine for years. Turmeric fights inflammation – the nasty source of premature wrinkles, and appearing puffy and bloated, including puffiness around the delicate eye area. So it makes sense to add a Turmeric supplement to your skincare regiment.

Turmeric is also a powerful anti-oxidant. Oxidants and free radicals are a major beauty concern because they accelerate the aging and breakdown of the skin, especially the collagen. Anti-oxidants purge these premature aging culprits from the skin and promote a youthful glow.

Turmeric Beauty Benefit #2: Turmeric has long been used medicinally, including in the form of curry. Turmeric is also beneficial for joint inflammation such as what one might feel after yoga, pilates, or a good spinning class. Turmeric can even help ease the post-workout, day-after soreness of your worst “leg day” exercises.

FINDING A GOOD TURMERIC SUPPLEMENT
Since the FDA does not regulate supplements in the same way they provide stringent standards for prescription medications or food, not all Turmeric supplements are equal. A few things we look for when selecting a quality supplement include

  1. Are there no undesirable additives such as dyes or flavorings?
  2. Does it state all ingredients or preservatives are GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) free?
  3. Does it meet any allergy or dietary restrictions such as being dairy free, yeast free or gluten free?
  4. For vegans: What is the capsule made of? Vegetable Cellulose or an animal byproduct?
  5. Is the dosage adequate to derive benefit?

Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex meets all these requirements, so we replaced our previous Turmeric supplement with PrecisionNaturals Turmeric for a few reasons, including some unique ingredients.

What is Unique About Precision Naturals Organic Turmeric Curcumin Complex

A few features that make this Turmeric stand out are what is in it. That includes having 95% curcuminoids and BioPerine Black Pepper Extract.

Curcuminoids are a principal active agent of Turmeric (also known as Curcumin). Curcuminoids need to be standardized for use, and the percentage of curcumin can vary depending on the quality of the standardization a supplement company uses. Clinical research backs that a minimum of 95% curcumin (curcuminoids) is needed in a supplement for the body to absorb enough to see results. This is why Turmeric’s recommended dosage is so high. However, if your supplement does not have 95% or more curcumin, it won’t offer the sought after beauty benefits.

BioPerine is a key factor in making this Turmeric a standout supplement. BioPerine is a black pepper derivative that works as a “bioenhancement”. Bioenhancers increase the absorption of nutrients, including Turmeric. BioPerine is a helpful ingredient when choosing a Turmeric supplement because Curcumin (the basis of Turmeric) is difficult for the body to absorb. BioPerine is also believed to have immune-suppressing, tumor-inhibiting and antidepressant effects and is considered helpful for those who cannot absorb nutrients well.

A third factor is that the Precision Naturals Turmeric is derived from Curcuma longa, or the root of the plant. The root is the most mature, concentrated and purest form of the plant, the most beneficial part of the plant to use. This is the primary form of Turmeric in this supplement, providing the full scope of Turmeric benefits.

These three ingredients collectively result in a much more beneficial Turmeric supplement. The capsules are easy to swallow and do not leave any aftertaste like many other turmeric varieties I have tried before. I noticed that my back was less sore after only a few days, which thrilled me.

CONCLUSION

Tumeric is a highly beneficial supplement for both beauty and health. When selecting a Tumeric Supplement, it is important to find one with a minimum of 95% Curcuminoids and to seek one with quality Turmeric, preferably root based. Precision Naturals provides a high-quality Turmeric free of many additives.

Find it at http://www.precisionnaturals.com

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I received this product in exchange for my unbiased review and received compensation for my time and effort. However, my experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine.

Health: Naturalico Shiatsu Neck & Shoulder Massager

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Naturalico Shiatsu Neck & Shoulder Massager

Naturalico Shiatsu Neck & Shoulder Massager

I try to get a professional massage as often as I can, but there are times that a quick, at home massage will have to do. There are a lot of massage devices on the market, and it is a bit like Goldilocks – some are too hard, some are too soft. Finding a massager with just the right amount of pressure is hard, and even if it is the right amount of pressure, getting it in the right position is tough. This is why I love the Naturalico Shiatsu Neck & Shoulder Massager.

While Neck and Shoulder are in the name, it can be used on multiple parts of the body. My favorite spot in on my feet, after a long day in high heels. It massages all the soreness out of my insoles and even my ankles. And it can go all the way up the leg too for post-workout soreness.

One thing that differentiates this massager from others is that it has 3-D contouring to fit around your neck and shoulders better than other massagers. It fits the contours of your neck as opposed to being a flat surface that you have to lean into, which defeats the purpose of relaxing your muscles during a massage. This is a very nice feature.

I have a long commute home and frequently get stuck in traffic. One of the other big points in favor of this massager is that it comes with a car adapter. So if I’m feeling sore from a long day, being able to use this in the car is a great feature. I’m looking forward to using the soothing heat feature when the weather turns cold, as well.

I am very happy with this highly versatile massager. Find it at Amazon.com.

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Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator: What to Know

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Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

Summertime skin care requires lots of exfoliating to stay smooth. But those of us with sensitive skin on our face and body often find scrubs and loofahs too abrasive. So I was glad to find this Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator, which is a no-chemical, gentle means of exfoliation. It does not irritate the skin or micro-tear the skin. The problem I find with many exfoliating methods such as scrubs and creams is that they contain harsh grains that can do damage to the healthy skin in the process of removing dry, flaky or dead skin.

ABOUT THE Le Edge Full Body EXFOLIATOR

Shaped something like a small squeegee, it has a stainless steel dull “blade” that gently and hygienically lifts and removes dirt, debris, and dead skin cells without irritating the underlying skin. The stainless steel blade will not rust and is naturally bacteria free. It is dull and smooth, you cannot cut or scrape yourself with the blade, but you can over-do it if you are too aggressive. It is intended for use on both the body and the face.

This kind of tool is different from pumices or loofahs because it just removes the skin that is ready to exfoliate away without disrupting skin that is healthy and should not be removed prematurely. There are no chemicals or drying agents, just the ability to exfoliate without introducing bacteria into the area.

RESULTS

I was surprised that such light pressure at a 45-degree angle could remove so much dead skin from both the face and the body. It is important that the skin is wet, and it is best used in the shower after the skin has had a few minutes to absorb moisture, which allows for the best conditions to remove more dead skin. I do my face first, then rinse it off and use it on my body, periodically rinsing it off in the water stream, and I use it on my feet last.

EXFOLIATING THE FACE
On the face, it helped to remove dead skin, oil, sebum and even some blackheads, especially around the nose. It did not irritate or open the skin on some healing acne I have, but it did slough off the dead skin around the blemish. I was surprised to see how much dead skin exfoliates off of the nose, chin, and jawline, as well as my throat. I made sure to use gentle strokes on the face; it seems like the tool won’t accomplish much because the stainless steel blade is not sharp, but it does remove skin quickly.

AFTER CHEMICAL PEELS
A tell-tale sign that one is using chemical peels or Retinol is a very light layer of peeling on the face. Trying to remove this light peeling is tricky since too much scrubbing or exfoliating scrubs or creams can make the peeling seem even worse.

This Le Edge Exfoliator tool is especially useful if you use AHA peels, or you are on a Retinoid or Vitamin C serum program and have some very light peeling dry skin that you don’t wish to scrub off vigorously with a washcloth or sponge, but still need to remove it before applying any makeup. This Le Edge exfoliator removes this lightly peeling skin gently so that you don’t damage the skin but can still remove light peeling and apply makeup over it.

EXFOLIATING THE BODY
Before applying lotions or self-tanning creams, this gives a smooth, debris-free surface for makeup, tanning lotions or creams to adhere. It is not irritating like a loofah or pumice could be, so the skin will not be red and sensitive after use. I was impressed to see how much dead skin comes off the feet, as well as hard to reach areas such as knees, elbows, upper arms, and thighs. I often overlook these areas during my skin care routine, but the Le Edge Exfoliator makes quick work of keeping these areas smooth.

Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

CONCLUSION

I was impressed to see how much dead skin this Le Edge tool removes without irritating the skin. This is ideal for when you need to do more than one task on your skin that might irritate your skin, such as shaving and exfoliation, exfoliation and applying self-tanner, or exfoliating and applying makeup afterward. Particularly useful for those who use retinol, acne creams, and do at-home chemical peels and experience some light peeling of the skin which needs to be removed with care.

Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

Le Edge Full Body Exfoliator

Find it at http://www.le-edge.us

I received this product in exchange for testing and review purposes. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll do my best to answer it!

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