• BEAUTY Glossary
    • Defining Beauty Ingredient Guide
  • Beauty
    • Better Beauty Sleep
    • Beauty Expert Advice
    • Clean Beauty
    • Cosmetics
    • How to…
    • Discontinued Clinique
    • Makeup Tools & Brushes
    • Science of Beauty
  • Haircare
    • Hair Growth
    • Hair Growth Devices
    • Hair Maintenance Products
    • Hair Styling Tools
    • Haircare Tools
    • Pre-Shampoo Hair Treatments + Pre Poo Hair Conditioning Remedies
  • Ingredient Overviews
    • Ingredient Overviews
  • Skincare
    • Adult Acne
    • Anti-Aging
    • Favorite Skincare
    • Skin Devices & Topicals
    • Skin Tools & Devices
    • Skincare We Love
    • Science of Skincare
    • Waterless Beauty
  • Contact Us
    • About the Style Chicks

Style Chicks

Where Nature & Science Meet Skincare, Haircare, Beauty & Wellness

Tech: Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

December 17, 2016 · 2 Comments

I love crisp, rich music.

I hate earbud cords and ill-fitting earbuds.

Which is why I love Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds.

 

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

 

These Bluetooth Earbuds have deep, true bass, incredibly clear tones, and have a feature that most earbuds do not: they actually fit my weird shaped ear canals! Instead of the standard hard speakers of most earbuds, Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds come with multiple sized covers, and there is one that is small enough to be comfortable in my ears. That alone is enough to make them my favorite pair, but the fact that I discovered instruments and notes in favorite songs that I hadn’t heard even from my top of the line, no cost spared speaker system makes them indispensable in my book.

Our office recently underwent a move, and my office space seems to be the acoustic apex of the place. It doesn’t help that the people on either side of me use speakerphone for absolutely every conversation. Ever tried typing an email when three people are talking to you at once, on three different topics? It’s like that. So I wanted a set of earbuds so I could listen to music to block out the ambient noise, but still be able to hear if someone came in my office. I also wanted something subtle looking. These earbuds work great on all counts. Ambient noise is dulled, I can still hear what needs my attention, and my hair covers the thin wire behind my neck, so it is relatively inconspicuous.

 

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

I also really like the phone notification feature. When a call comes in, these earbuds notify you and give you the number. This is a nice feature if I’m not in eye-view of my phone and a call comes in. The sound quality on phone calls is excellent as well. While it does not have a microphone, it makes it easier to answer and talk on the phone when I’m juggling several items.

 

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

 

Do you take the train to and from work? I’m really enjoying Netflix’s new download feature to be able to watch on the go. I tried a few different earbud and earphone configurations, and I like Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds for sound quality with videos on both my Kindle and iPad while watching videos.

The instructions in the manual that come with the earbuds is pretty comprehensive, so be sure to read it through before you use the earbuds. Of note, be sure to charge the earbuds for an hour and a half before use, and familiarize yourself with the buttons. Take a couple of minutes to make sure you know where each button is and the uses of the handy Multi-Function Button, and you will be able to use the earbuds without having to look at them. Ending a call, redialing a number, skipping a track, etc., will become second nature in no time! It’s also worth spending some time learning how to pair the earbuds with two devices, especially if you are using then with your tablet to watch a movie but still want to be able to receive phone calls on the earbuds.

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds

 

Have you ever accidentally dropped your earbuds in water and ruined them? I have (many times). A quick tumble into a cup of tea won’t be a problem with the Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds. While they aren’t meant for swimming or showering, they are water-resistant. So whether you enjoy listening to music in your hot tub, the bath, or are just clumsy like me and your earbuds occasionally end up meeting with water, you will continue to enjoy the high-quality sound of these great earbuds.

The good folks at Delfic Designs want you to be entirely happy with your purchase. If you have any questions or concerns, contact them. Whether the answer is troubleshooting, a refund, or a new pair, they will make sure you are 100% happy with your decision to buy these great earbuds!

Find these handy earbuds at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYN3VPD/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=&tag=dailydeal0c6-20

 

[embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-43GKx9QF9g[/embedyt]

 

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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Exercise, Gadgets, Gifts, Technology, Travel
Tagged: Deific Design Bluetooth Earbuds, Exercise, Music, Office, Technology

Health: Nature’s Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

October 31, 2016 · 2 Comments

Already a fan of Nature Rite’s “Muscle Honey,” I was pleased to learn of their maximum strength herbal remedy product “Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair” and have the opportunity to test it on two challenging problems, an injured rotator cuff, and plantar fasciitis.

Nature's Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

Nature’s Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

 

This formula contains some of the herbal ingredients in “Muscle Honey” along with three exclusive to this product, presumably selected to best target the listed indications of tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, sprained ankles & wrists, bruises, broken bones, and post-surgical healing.

The herbal ingredients in the formula are comfrey and plantain to aid in tissue mending, Witch Hazel to relax muscle fibers and increase flexibility, Arnica Montana to support healing, White Willow Bark for pain relief, Rosemary and Thyme to increase circulation and Peppermint Leaf to cool and soothe. Other ingredients are carbomer for gelling, Optiphen as a preservative and TEA for pH adjustment.
The gel is medium bodied with a subtle, pleasant herbal fragrance that dissipates quickly after application. The gel is very easy to use, remaining moist while applying to even a large area and then drying in just a few moments without any sticky residue.

 

Nature's Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

Nature’s Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

 

In my situation, the action of the ingredients Comfrey and Plantain became particularly interesting upon learning during the initial period of injury the liver secretes an enzyme that causes the activity of fibroblasts in the body increase to produce more collagen, the protein the body uses to repair soft tissue. Comfrey and Plantain produce the compound Allantoin, which is understood to stimulate the activity of the fibroblasts to continue producing collagen beyond the initial period of injury, after which time the fibroblasts ordinarily return to their pre-injury level of activity. As a result, soft tissue repair continues at an accelerated pace after the body’s initial jump start for as long as the Comfrey and Plantain-containing formula is applied. Arnica Montana supports the healing that has been set in motion by Comfrey and Plantain, as do the Rosemary and Thyme, stepping up circulation.

The balance of herbal ingredients contributes toward comfort while the healing takes place. Witch Hazel relaxes muscle fibers, Peppermint Leaf cools and soothes, and White Willow Bark directly reduces pain.

Nature’s Rite recommends applying the gel three times a day for 1 to 2 weeks in the case of minor bruises and three times a day for four weeks in the case of chronic or serious injury and to ingest vitamin A, C, D, and E to support the healing. An important note is to continue the regimen beyond the point of starting to experiencing pain relief and until healing is complete, which would generally be expected to follow the timetable as mentioned earlier.

My injuries fall into the category of chronic and/or serious. It was my experience with the formula that my foot felt welcome relaxation and pain relief from the first day, so I did appreciate the heads-up that pain relief likely would occur before the underlying issue had time to resolve due to the efficacy of the pain-relieving ingredients. Because of the caution to continue the program I avoided stopping “Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair” prematurely, only to have to start over with the likely return of pain, possibly losing momentum and prolonging the healing process. Nature’s Rite informs the product can cut days to weeks off the healing process and it only makes sense that the quickest route to healing is to follow the instructions in the first place.

As far as my shoulder, it will probably need surgical repair, but I find the product useful in that by relaxing the muscles involved and providing soothing pain relief to part of the affected area, it helps me carry out functions that I can’t avoid since the shoulder is the same side as my dominant hand. I was glad to learn that the product is also helpful during post-surgery healing, so I anticipate using it continuously for some time to come.

For both my foot and shoulder, a dime-size amount of gel on each covers the complete area to which I apply it. To give you an idea, for the shoulder I spread the gel from the base of the neck across the top of the shoulder, front and back of that area to about 3 inches depth and down the side of the arm 6 or 7 inches.

Though the main symptoms of the foot occur on the sole-heel to the ball of the foot, I also apply the gel on the top of the foot and between my toes, having learned from experience, this provides the most complete relief. The type of relief I’ve experienced is a noticeable soothing and relaxation of the muscles along with a lessening of pain to the point that I forget about the foot while going about my business, quite the opposite of the continuous consciousness of foot discomfort I’ve lived with for quite awhile.

 

Nature's Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

Nature’s Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

 

I’m less than halfway through the recommended timeframe of four weeks of treatment and, so far, quite pleased with the results. As I mentioned, with my shoulder I would expect to be continuing beyond the four weeks and until surgery, followed by a post-surgical course of treatment with the gel. And I’m okay with that since now there’s light at the end of the tunnel, thanks to this very helpful, all natural approach.

Of course, it is always wise to check symptoms with your doctor to avoid masking a serious underlying issue, but, you might find this product a good alternative to many other topical products. Before using any product, read over the ingredient list and make sure that there are no conflicts with any medications or conditions you have.

Find this fantastic product at MyNaturesRite.com.

 

[embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br-uv6iroHU[/embedyt]

 

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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Body, Exercise, Health
Tagged: Body, Health, natural, Nature's Rite, Nature's Rite Bruise-Strain-Tear Repair

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

October 23, 2016 · Leave a Comment

WHY USE AN EXERCISE BALL
Exercise Balls are a very useful in Pilates, Yoga, Crossfit, stretching and low impact exercises. They are also popular as an exercise ball chair. Easy to store and use in your home, they round out a home exercise routine. Almost any stationary exercise, such as lifting hands weights or resistance band exercises, can be enhanced by incorporating the exercise ball to make the exercise more challenging by including working your core and improving your stability. Exercise balls give you an excellent range of motion for many exercises. The key, however, is finding the right exercise ball that is sturdy enough to provide support and be durable enough to withstand use.

 

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

 

ABOUT THE LIVE INFINITELY EXERCISE BALL
This exercise ball comes with a hand pump, an extra air plug, and a valve remover tool. There is also access to exercise guides and online training workout instructions, downloadable posters, and videos via their website.

– The air pump is easy to use, it takes about 5 minutes to fill the ball.
– The air plug takes a bit of effort to remove if needed, but I prefer knowing it is in there tight and safe.

TIP: Fill the ball most of the way, then allow it 24 hours to stretch before topping it off to being fully filled. See their website for videos on how to properly inflate an exercise ball.

 

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

 

WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT THE LIVE INFINITELY EXERCISE BALL?

The first thing I noticed about the ball before even inflating it, is that it is an exceptionally sturdy and thick BPA-free material. I have had other exercises balls for at-home use and have been disappointed at how they deflate, and I am worried that they can’t truly support my weight enough to make full use of them. Much of that feeling I think, came from the fact that they lost air and became soft and just didn’t feel very stable using the ball.

NON-SLIP RIDGES: These give some stability to the ball to keep it from sliding out from underneath you when you are putting full weight on it. I like these for exercises that my chest or back is on the ball, and I am stabilizing with my feet or legs.

SIZING OPTIONS: One of the things I like about this exercise ball is it comes in four different sizes ranging from 55cm to 85 cm. Live Infinitely has a sizing chart to find the right ball by your height. Your body must be properly aligned to benefit from an exercise ball. You know you are on the right size exercise ball when your knees are at a 90-degree angle when sitting, and your thighs are parallel to the floor. This allows full extension of your core muscles to derive the most benefit from your workout.

DURABLE & STURDY: The Live Infinitely Exercise Ball can support 2200 pounds. That is the weight of an American Bison. It has been tested for leaking under pressure or bursting in use and is considered anti-burst. It is durable enough to be used every day as an exercise ball chair at the office to improve your posture.

AIR RETENTION: An exercise ball that doesn’t have enough air in it can be unstable and even harmful. A ball should feel hard and full. When you sit on it, you should sink about two inches into the ball, not more than that. I tried sitting on the Live Infinitely ball and bouncing on it; the ball had “give” in the bounce, enough for fluid movement, but not so much give that I felt unstable like I was on one of those Hippity-Hop style, spring ball hopper toys.

Even a small cut in the ball will not cause rapid deflating. That makes me feel safe balancing on the ball, knowing I won’t rupture the ball if I put all my weight on it.

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

 

THE LIVE INFINITELY EXERCISE BALL FOR AN EXERCISE BALL CHAIR
Many of us (READ: me) slouch when working on the computer, resulting in a weak core and ruins good posture. It also makes the body tired and stiff. An exercise ball chair allows for natural movement while sitting and keeps your core engaged. I have an artist friend, and she swears by her exercise ball chair to allow her to sit comfortably while painting for hours per session in her studio. She said she was sore for the first few days, but then her core started to get toned, and she finds it much more comfortable to sit on the exercise ball chair than a regular office chair or a wood stool while reaching to paint. Her posture is impeccable, so I put the exercise ball as office chair concept to the test.

TESTING THE LIVE INFINITELY EXERCISE BALL AS A BALL CHAIR
I tested the Life Infinitely exercise ball as my computer desk chair, and while it took about a week to get used to it, I feel so much better sitting at my desk! When I first started, it was not easy; my core was not as toned as I thought so that I couldn’t sit on the ball for very long. But after a few days I built up stamina, and now I feel a definite improvement in my posture and my shoulders and arms don’t feel stiff and rounded, and I don’t crane my neck forward as much to look at the screen. Instead, I glide my body forward on the ball. I can feel my core getting better and stronger each day!

It is imperative to have a strong, sturdy ball if you are using it as ball chair. I had tried using a ball as a chair at my desk before but I failed. I think they were too squishy and not as sturdy as the Live Infinitely Ball, which feels much firmer and gives more support. After sitting on it for the last week or so, it hasn’t lost any air or become softer; it is the same as the day I got it. This Live Infinitely ball is also the correct height for me, which is important, my other balls were too short to use as a proper exercise ball chair. If your desk is not adjustable, opt for the larger sized exercise balls (75cm or 85 cm). If you are afraid you cannot stay stable on the ball, consider placing it on a Yoga Exercise Ball base.

If you have tried other exercise balls as an office desk chair and failed, it might not be you that failed, but the ball may have been too soft or not the correct height for you. It takes a few days to get used to it, but it is quickly more comfortable than an office chair. And it rapidly tones the thighs without making your legs too sore or tired, which is another great perk. The only downside I have a tendency to cross my legs when I sit, which is a (bad) habit I have to break now that I use the exercise ball as a chair.

 

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

 

CONCLUSION: Hands down, the Live Infinitely Exercise Ball is the sturdiest exercise ball I have ever owned or used at the gym. It feels as hard and full as when I first filled it with no leaking. I feel much safer using the ball because of the non-skid surface. The height is tall enough for me, and the taller sizes (75cm and 85cm) make for excellent exercise ball chairs, which makes sitting at my desk so much more comfortable and give my core a good workout.

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

Weekend Workout: Live Infinitely Exercise Ball

 

Find it at LiveInfinitely.com

 

[embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv_bMX6T6NQ[/embedyt]

 

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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Body, Exercise, Health
Tagged: At Home Workout, Exercise, Exercise Ball, Live Infinitely Exercise Ball, pilates, Weekend Workout

Fitness: Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

October 15, 2016 · Leave a Comment

BEAUTY HACK: Want to look ten pounds thinner, lift your chest two inches higher, get a flatter-looking stomach, look taller, all while making your clothes fit better? Yeah, me too. But like many of us, I spend way too much time slouching over my cell phone, my tablet and at my computer desk, which wrecks good posture. Poor posture makes you look tired and grumpy. Even worse, it can make one look less confident, weaker and just plain older than your years. Fortunately, maintaining good posture takes only a few simple at-home exercises with equipment like the Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands set.

WHAT ARE RESISTANCE BANDS?
An ideal way to improve your posture is by doing simple arm exercises with resistance bands. You may have seen these long, colorful ribbons of thin, flexible rubber-like material in gyms, exercise, yoga and pilates studios, or maybe even used them yourself under the guidance of a personal trainer. Resistance bands are popular because they provide weight-like resistance in a portable, adaptable form.

 

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

 

WHY USE RESISTANCE BANDS
Resistance bands are stretchy and flexible which makes them easier to manipulate than handheld or machine weights. Bands can be stretched or pulled from a variety of angles to increase the difficulty level of your standard workout. Of benefit to all fitness levels, these bands help an out of shape person improve as well as help a fit person who is plateauing in their existing exercise program. If you have difficulty keeping good form while using hand or ankle weights, a resistance band can help.

Why everyone can benefit from resistance loop bands:

1. When exercises such as squats, situps, leg lifts, arm raises, or the hip flexor stretch become too easy, using resistance bands adds additional resistance far beyond what just an ankle or hand weight can offer. That gives better results in fewer reps. Resistance bands come in difference strengths, or levels of resistance, giving more oomph to your exercises.

2. Resistance loop bands make for better pre-workout stretching sessions. Regardless of fitness level, everyone must stretch before exercise. Muscles warmed up by a good stretch are less prone to injury.

IMPROVING POSTURE WITH STARWOOD SPORTS EXERCISE RESISTANCE LOOP BANDS
If you would like to improve your posture at home with easy to use equipment, a good set of resistance bands are the Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands set. The set comes with four different bands of different strengths, light to extra heavy. This gives a full range of options for beginners, intermediate, advance and plateauing fitness routines. Starwood Sports Loop Bands can be useful in Crossfit, Pilates, Yoga, stretching and stability exercises.

 

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

 

A few things I particularly like about the Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands:

1) The bands have reinforced “handle” loops on each end. This makes it easy to grip the bands, secure a loop over a doorknob, or to slip over my foot or ankle for leg exercises. It also allows a more relaxed grip on the band so I can focus on the exercise itself. I got competitor brand resistance bands from my personal trainer and had to knot them at the end and grip the knot to use them; I like that I can do even open palm exercises with these bands.

2) The Starwood Sports Loop Bands are twelve inches long, and when stretched, they are about twice that length. Made with an eco-friendly natural latex that has inherent benefits including that the bands are snap and sweat resistant. I like knowing the band won’t snap, it allows me to confidently exert a full flexion.

3) The resistance bands come in a small bag that makes them portable enough to carry or pack in a suitcase when traveling to maintain a daily exercise program. I prefer to bring them to the gym instead of using the gym supplied bands.

4) The bands each offer a known quantity of resistance. The green band is the easiest level at a range of 6-16 pounds. To increase the “weight” of the resistance, loop the bands tighter by wrapping them around your hands, reducing the available band length between your hands to stretch during exercise.

 

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

 

 

The degrees of resistance for Starwood Sports Resistance Loop Bands are:

Green Band: (Light) 6-16 lbs (0.35 mm thick)
Blue Band: (Medium) 11-27 lbs (0.50 mm thick)
Red Band: (Heavy) 15-33 lbs (0.70 mm thick)
Black Band: (X-Heavy) 21-45 lbs (1.00 mm thick)

5) The Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands are “stackable,” so you can use more than one band at a time to increase the overall total resistance. To do so, stack the least resistant band on the outside, and the strongest resistance band on the inside.

RECOMMENDED POSTURE EXERCISE WITH RESISTANCE LOOP BANDS

One good posture exercise that works for everyone is a reverse fly modified for the resistance band. It strengthens the upper back muscles (trapezius and rhomboids) and tones the back of the shoulder (deltoids). This exercise eliminates rounded, slumping forward shoulders and pulls the shoulders back. This exercise works for almost everyone because you control how much resistance occurs (and how easy or difficult the exercise will be) based on how much band slack is allowed before you open your arms. If you can only do the very lightest of resistance, that still quickly improves your posture. Consult with your doctor before beginning any exercise program.

THE EXERCISE
*********************************************
1. Start with the Starwood Sports GREEN band, adjust to using a stronger band or even multiple bands if preferred. Hold one handle loop in each hand.
2. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, and slightly bend your knees.
3. With arms held straight and hands slightly lower than your shoulders, hold the band in front of you.
4. Relax elbows
5. Exhale and pull your abs into the spine to stabilize the torso.
6. Slowly open your arms out to the sides, focusing on the shoulder blades moving together.
6. Inhale as you slowly return your arms back to starting position.

TIP: Focus on the abs keeping the spine stable, don’t arch your back. Try to stand tall as you open your arms.

Do three sets of 12 reps.

********************************************

 

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands

 

CONCLUSION: Good posture is attainable in a few weeks by using a quality set of resistance bands. The Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Band Set offers four easy to use bands in snap proof, sweat resistant eco-friendly latex. These bands are useful for exercising at home, the gym or during travel. The four Loop Bands offer a full spectrum of weight resistance to improve your posture in a simple home workout and enhance Crossfit, Yoga, Pilates or a regular home workout routine.

Find Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands at Amazon.

 

[embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO9aEwdQnWs[/embedyt]

 

 

I received this product 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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Body, Exercise, Health, Travel
Tagged: Exercise, Fitness, pilates, Resistance Workout, Starwood Sports Exercise Resistance Loop Bands, Workout, Yoga

Health: Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

October 13, 2016 · Leave a Comment

Nature’s Rite promotes Muscle Honey as “The Pro-Athlete’s Secret” which, at first blush, might make sedentary me seem like an unlikely candidate to use and benefit from this product. But my daughter Courtney suggested I give it a try, and from the first use I became a fan.

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

 

The honey is a light gel with nine herbal ingredients including comfrey for tissue mending, Witch Hazel for increased muscle fiber lubricity, Arnica Montana to support healing, Juniper Berry to flush lactic acid, Sweet Marjoram for cramp relief, White Willow Bark for pain relief, Peppermint leaf for circulation and physical support, Devil’s Claw for joint support and Ginseng for energy enhancement. Additionally, there is carbomer for gelling, Optiphen as a preservative, and TEA for pH adjustment.

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

 

The directions for use is to rub liberally on the body over areas you will exercise and also post workout for enhanced recovery.
My interest in using the product stems from experiencing ongoing muscle pain and soreness associated with injuries sustained in two motor vehicle accidents occurring during the past two and a half years. The road towards achieving the maximum recovery possible has involved much treatment and physical therapy, where this former couch potato became a conscientious exerciser.

Over the course of these last 30+ months I’ve tried many over-the-counter and two prescription topical medications to try to ease both inherent (to the injuries) pain and post-physical therapy sore muscles. Additionally, joint pain from the auto accidents is a daily problem I’ve tried to alleviate with creams and gels. And, while I did experience minor relief with some of those preparations, the degree of help was not sufficient for me to tolerate over time the objectionable aspects such as burning, odor, greasiness and even staining of my clothes and sheets.

For me, Muscle Honey proved to be superior to the preparations formerly used in both results and ease of use. The gel is relatively thin which makes it easy to spread, not runny or difficult to control. It dries very quickly and is not sticky, nor does it leave any residue. When applying it has a very subtle herbal fragrance, the combination of which is most pleasant. When dry you would not notice the fragrance unless you were right up to the applied area and made a point to try to detect it.

 

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

 

There is no burn or sting such as one might experience in other topical products whose ingredient lists contain menthol or capsaicin. Though made for use with exercise, you don’t have to worry that it will sweat off.

I make a point to wash my hands after applying any topical, having been (literally) burned by accidentally rubbing my eye with fingers that had residue from creams, gels or ointments containing menthol or capsaicin. It seems to me a good practice even with this product, although the risk of any untoward effect would seem much less with Muscle Honey due to the lack of those ingredients or other common irritants in the formula.

As mentioned at the top, each of the herbal ingredients has a particular benefit for helping muscle tissue. Combined, the effect seems more than the sum of the parts. Since it doesn’t have any ingredients that work by irritating the muscles and overlying skin, you won’t notice an instant response, but after a few minutes, I sensed what might be termed a relaxation of the muscle. Joints also seem calmed by the formula.

I use Muscle Honey on my right-sided injuries from neck to toe, and it has helped them feel more like my less affected left side. It’s especially useful on areas where the injury is primarily muscular but has even provided some temporary relief of a pressing problem, muscular involvement and referred pain due to a shoulder tear. While, of course, no topical preparation or even ingested meds can replace the need for surgical repair, there is no question that, by addressing the muscular component of the problem, my daily function of the area is improved for a time.

I apply Muscle Honey to most of the affected areas once a day, but if there is a reemergence of pain or soreness in any area I apply to that spot again.

Even using the Muscle Honey on five to six areas one or more times a day for awhile now, the 6.8-ounce container still seems at least half full. I’m not sure how my usage would compare to that of an avid athlete, but the 6.8 ounces would probably last a reasonable length of time for many users. I intend to continue using the product I’ve checked and see if from about fourteen dollars up to twenty dollars for this 6.8-ounce container, similar to what I’ve paid for other drugstore products marketed for the same use.

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

Of course, it is always wise to check symptoms with your doctor to avoid masking a serious underlying issue, but, if yours is the muscular pain and soreness associated with exercise or other common causes, you might find this product a good alternative to many others whose negatives outweigh their positives. Before using any product, read over the ingredient list and make sure that there are no conflicts with any medications or conditions you have.

I truly am thrilled to have found this amazing gel! Find Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey at MyNaturesRite.com.

 

[embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzrFkJPzr-g[/embedyt]

 

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.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Body, Exercise, Gym Beauty Bag, Health
Tagged: Exercise, Fitness, Health, Muscle Soreness, Muscles, natural, Natural Product, Nature’s Rite Muscle Honey

  • Newer Entries
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • Previous Entries

Search Style Chicks

Pages

  • DEFINING BEAUTY Ingredient Glossary
  • About the Style Chicks
  • Contact Us
  • Discontinued Clinique Products Guide
  • Favorite Things

Style Chicks Topics

  • Adult Acne
  • Beauty
    • Anti-Aging
    • Beauty Expert Advice
    • Better Beauty Sleep
    • Body
    • Cosmetics
      • Discontinued Products
    • Gym Beauty Bag
    • How to…
    • Makeup
    • Makeup Tools & Brushes
    • Sephora
    • Spa Economy
  • Beauty Tools + Devices
    • Hair Care Devices & Tools
    • Hair Growth Devices
    • Skin Tools & Devices
  • Brand Profiles
  • Clean Beauty
  • Essential Oils
  • Fashion
    • Jewelry
    • Shoes!
  • Featured
  • For the Home
  • Hair Growth
  • Haircare
    • Hair
      • Curly Hair Care
    • Pre-Shampoo Hair Treatments + Pre Poo Hair Conditioning Remedies
  • How to
  • Ingredient Overview
  • Life Hacks
  • Lifestyle
    • Books
    • Entertaining
    • Food
    • Gifts
    • Health
      • Exercise
    • Luxe Living
    • New Products
    • Organic
      • Green Beauty
    • Tea
    • Technology
    • Things I want
    • Travel
  • News
  • Product Updates
  • Science of Beauty
  • Science of Skincare
  • Sensitive Skin
  • Skincare
    • Gadgets
    • Ingredient Glossary
  • Style
    • Accessories
    • Decor
    • Vanity Table
    • Weddings
  • Waterless Beauty

Defining Beauty: Skin & Hair Glossary A to Z

  • DEFINING BEAUTY
    A to Z Glossary

  • A Skin & Hair Definitions
  • B Skin & Hair Definitions
  • C Skin & Hair Definitions
  • D Skin & Hair Definitions
  • E Skin & Hair Definitions
  • F Skin & Hair Definitions
  • G Skin & Hair Definitions
  • H Skin & Hair Definitions
  • I Skin & Hair Definitions
  • J Skin & Hair Definitions
  • K Skin & Hair Definitions
  • L Skin & Hair Definitions
  • M Skin & Hair Definitions
  • N Skin & Hair Definitions
  • O Skin & Hair Definitions
  • P Skin & Hair Definitions
  • Q Skin & Hair Definitions
  • R Skin & Hair Definitions
  • S Skin & Hair Definitions
  • T Skin & Hair Definitions
  • U Skin & Hair Definitions
  • V Skin & Hair Definitions
  • W Skin & Hair Definitions
  • X Skin & Hair Definitions
  • Y Skin & Hair Definitions
  • Z Skin & Hair Definitions

Copyright © 2007 - 2023. All Images and Content are Copyright of StyleChicks and StyleChicks.com ·

Copyright © 2007 - 2022 STYLE CHICKS


All Images and Content are Copyright of StyleChicks and StyleChicks.com ·