So the container is pretty cool but to call this a first aid kit is a joke, there are 2 bandages, and a bunch of tools. If you are getting it for first aid you are better of looking elsewhere.
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Travel Size First Aid Kit
So the container is pretty cool but to call this a first aid kit is a joke, there are 2 bandages, and a bunch of tools. If you are getting it for first aid you are better of looking elsewhere.
Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandages, Advanced Healing Blister Cushions for Fingers & Toes, 8-Count Box
These bandages give good cushion for blistered toes. We recently went to Disney where we did a ton of walking. I had shoes that had rubbed a blister the day before and was able to keep going after using one of these! The only negative was that after I positioned it, I found I needed to reposition. It did not stick after that.
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Adventure Medical Pocket Medic First Aid Kit
good quality package, but you really want to tear it open (breaking the seal) to top it up so that it's fully packed. Perfect sizing and weight, however.
Synthetic Vinyl Powder Free Glove
I bought these gloves based on the previous positive review, and have found them to be great! Someone who left a comment for that first review said that the gloves broke on her or him, but I'm thinking that perhaps the sizing was wrong for that person. The small size fit me perfectly (I'm a small-framed female), and they stay on nice and tightly.I actually bought these for applying self-tanner, and they work great for it! I had heard that using latex gloves interacts with self-tanner ingredients in a bad way, causing a change to the color, so I picked up a box of these, and they've been great!
As the other reviewer mentioned, they don't have that powdery residue inside and they don't leave a strange smell on your hands once you're done using them. They are nice and thick, and really durable.
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I bought large size (I'm more or less average guy). They fit like they should be called large so that's ok. I use them extensively around the house. Cleaning the BBQ, cutting up hot chili peppers, trimming up raw meat, cleaning things with chlorine cleaner, light, grimy mechanical work, etc. They do good job. They will tear (as expected) when caught on sharp things. Those reviewers who consider this a problem might want to buy heavier, non-disposable dish washing or work gloves. Ripping when putting on is minimal, happens occasionally when my hands are already wet or sweaty, like if I have gotten one pair good and greasy and I pull them off and go to put a new pair on my sweaty hands. Good idea to put them on dry hands. For price and quality for what I need these are fine. Everybody should have some.Read Best Reviews of Synthetic Vinyl Powder Free Glove Here
These are thicker and slightly more durable that the ones sold at home depot or lowes. Plus niether store sells them anymore, only the latex which dont hold up well using finishing products such as stain or poly urethane( I make custom furnituer).I will exclusively buy these in the future. I have had a couple of beers so I hope the spelling is at least some what close.Want Synthetic Vinyl Powder Free Glove Discount?
I ordered these because I am an Esthetician and need gloves for certain treatment masks and for extractions. I love these gloves, the non-powder is great because my hands aren't gross after I take them off and still have to touch the client's face! Would definitely recommend :)Save 55% Off
Zoll CPR-D Padz Defibrillator Electrode
The package was delivered ahead of schedule with the exact product needed. The old, expired pads came off the AED with a little effort and the new ones went on with ease. I hope I never need to find out if they work.Save 21% Off
WoundSeal Powder, 4 ea
I accidentally cut-off the tip of my finger. There was no skin left to re-attach or have stitches put in. My friend, who is an emergency room doctor, said to keep pressure on it and keep it elevated above my heart. The next day, when I changed the dressing, it was still bleeding. It was painful removing the bandage because it had stuck to my wound.I went to a local drugstore and saw this product and gave it a try. I could not believe how well it works. Its a dark colored powder that you pour onto your open wound. Then apply pressure for 30-seconds. It forms an instant scab over the wound so it can heal. It stings for about a minute (reaction from all those nerve endings in my wound) but other than that, the relief is immediate. Next, cover with a non-stick bandage pad, tape and you're done. No more bleeding, no more throbbing, no more pain from the injury.
It has been 10-days since I first applied the product. I only used about 1/2 of one of the four packets. My wound has got wet several times since I applied the product and it has not affected the scab. I change the bandage daily. No pain, no infection. It is healing beautifully. I really do swear by this stuff.
PRO's
-Stops bleeding Immediately
_Injury feels much better
_Protects wound against further injury
_Increases heal time
-Don't need a lot of product
_So easy to use
CON's
-Stings for about 30-seconds
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A lifesaver especially when you're on the water and don't have time to dress up a cut while trying to man a sailboat.Read Best Reviews of WoundSeal Powder, 4 ea Here
Clipped the tip of my left ring-finger off while slicing a bell pepper. It bled like crazy, but was able to stop it with tightly wrapped bandaids. The next day I removed them in order to change the dressing, and it started to bleed again. Went to Walgreens and found WoundSeal. When i got home I removed the bandaids and immediately used WoundSeal. First, it stings insanely for the first twenty seconds or so, but even then, more than "light pressure" was needed to stop the bleeding, and it was NOT "instant' as they claim, and it took three packets to work. However, it did eventually stop the bleeding and it set like an artificial scab.I am not totally impressed, but $10 is better than a $700 trip to the emergency room, or outpatient medical clinic.
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Great for quickly sealing wounds. We have a family member taking prednisone with the attendant side effect of easy to scrape skin. This product stops the bleeding instantly. We have one in the car, on the boat, and at home.
3M Medipore H Cloth Tape 2" x 10 yd QTY: 1
I am a cancer patient with a feeding tube in my stomach. The 4 inch wide tape is the only product I have found that doesn't cause extreme irritation of the skin around the tube.The adhesive is very "skin-friendly".
Tick Bar
This works just like it says. Simple and easy to use. No more touching the ticks. I just used it a few days ago to remove a tick off the back of my husbands head. A sturdy appliance. Received it very fast a day or two. Very happy with it & would difinately reccommend to get one.
Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint Toothpaste Twin Pack, 6-Ounce Tubes
I was a bit of a skeptic at first, this stuff was expensive! Does it really do what it says it's going to do? Well after several months of use I went to the dentist for a regular check up and for the first time EVER my dentist said everything looked great! Now usually he says that I have a slight gingivitis problem, gum irritation etc. Not this time. Teeth are clean, and gums are healthy! That's what sold me is my gums are in fantastic shape; and I feel it's because of this product! Now FYI if you do teeth whitening and you have sensitive teeth, this will not help with your tooth sensativity. I had to use Sensodyne for a little just to take the edge off so I can whiten my teeth. But other than that I love this stuff!
My teeth look and feel greatworth the extra money
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I bought this because my dentist recommended the mouth wash and so I decided to get the toothpaste as well. I love the smell especially on my husband's breath. And the reason why I gave it 4 stars is because it makes my mouth burn. I have braces and so I have many cuts on my cheeks and gums and I bought the pro health mouthwash because it doesn't have a burn like Listerine does. I thought that the toothpaste would be the same, but I was wrong.Read Best Reviews of Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint Toothpaste Twin Pack, 6-Ounce Tubes Here
Crest came up with a toothpaste that helps to keep your gums healthy. Healthy gums don't get gingivitis or other common disorders. With regular flossing, your gums stay healthy and your smile bright. I love this product.Want Crest Pro-Health Clean Mint Toothpaste Twin Pack, 6-Ounce Tubes Discount?
I find this a good, solid toothpaste. I like the clean mint flavor and I do feel that I have less tartar/plaque and my gums seem healthier as well. However, I knocked off one star because I feel there is some false advertising. The toothpaste also says it is effective for sensitive teeth and whitening. It did zero for me in those two areas. I had to buy Sensodyne when my teeth became very sensitive.
DSM Nutritional Products - I-Flex Joint Formula, 120 capsules
I have tried a lot of things to help the Osteo arthritis pain in my knees and hip, Glucosamine, MSM and the prescription and over the counter anti-inflammatory medications. Creams and salves like Biofreeze, Aspercream and what not. Accupuncture, tens units, cold laser therapy.Cortisone injections, Hylauronic acid injections in both knees, Fluoroscopic guided injections straight into the SI joint.
I tried Boswellia, which does work but the relief was fairly short lived. All of these things did a little bit to help but, just not enough to make any real difference in how I feel.
I am completely surprised at how well it works, the bottle says that it works for four out of five people.
Vitamin Shoppe has the lowest price of any of the chain stores selling this product, and their price here on Amazon is exactly the same as the store's price for the same sized bottle.
Great stuff, I say give it a try.
I would love to see if this would work for people with a more severe forms of arthritis
I have been taking 3 grams of Nordic Natural fish oil and two Cosamin DS Glucosomin and Chondroitin pills a day for years with a very good result, I recently added Iflex to my regime and his has given me very noticabl gain in pain relief, in fact I am nearly pain free.
The other added benefit from IFlex is an overall increased flexabilty that is remarkable.
I have chosen to continue to take Glucosamine and Chondroitin, along with the Iflex, and for me there has been no issue with this combination.
I take a 1 gram fish oil supplement called Ultimate Omega w/D3 from Nordic Naturals, 1 IFlex cap, and one Glucosamine w/Chondroitin from Cosamin DS in the morning. (two a day)
I take another IFlex and Nordic Natural w/D3 at lunch.
And I take a Cosamin DS Glucosaine w/Chondroitin, and an Ultate Omega at bedtime.
This is a wonderful combination and has improved my quality of life and abiliy to enjoy various sports including , step aerobics and golf, and as a side benefit it has dramatically improved my sleep and lack of stiffness and soreness upon waking, in fact there is none.
I love this supplement, especially in combination with the others.
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I have used this formula for a couple of weeks now because I have two bad shoulders. I have had two surgeries on my right shoulder and will be having a surgery on my left shoulder within a month. This product has helped my shoulders tolerate the physical therapy that I go through by allowing my joints to move more smoothly. I would recommend this product.Read Best Reviews of DSM Nutritional Products - I-Flex Joint Formula, 120 capsules Here
I have taken fish oil for many years, but recently developed a knee problem that my kinesiologist couldn't seem to help. I ran across I-Flex and gave it a try. I have never taken glucosamine. It says to take 3 in the a.m. and 3 in the p.m. I did that for three days and already felt so much better that I went to two capsules twice a day. I have only been taking it for two weeks, but I just came home from tennis for the first time, and my knee was so much better. I definitely recommend giving it a try!Want DSM Nutritional Products - I-Flex Joint Formula, 120 capsules Discount?
I started using this product for the first time when I received it. I took the recommended dosage of six capsules a day for a two week period, the I reduced the amount to four capsules a day, also as recommended.I am very satisfied with the results so far and I plan to re-order soon and to continue using this product.
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Green Goo Outdoor Salve
If you've ever used 'climb on' this organic salve blows it out of the water. But it's not just for climbing! It's an excellent go-to for so many situations that I always keep one in my first-aid kit and in my car. Scrapes, dry hands, eye wrinkles, cracked heels, bruises, stretch marks...the list goes on but once you start using it you truly see its versatility!
3M Micropore Surgical Tape with Dispenser
For 30 plus years I have used it to tape an eye shut every night (against drying). No other tape can match Micropore's gentleness and effectivenessl
Band-aid Brand Adhesive Bandages Dryfit Assorted 17-Count
I love these band-aids, they really stay on your skin well, even when they get wet. And the color of them blends in well with our skin color.
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I use this product when I am breaking in new shoes. I get new Sperrys all the time and it is so painful the first few weeks trying to break them in, but I put these in the places where it will rub into a blister, and there is no blister! I have also tried other bandaids and this stays on! It molds to the folds of ur skin and becomes a second skin. Great quality and wil continue to keep on buying!Read Best Reviews of Band-aid Brand Adhesive Bandages Dryfit Assorted 17-Count Here
These band-aids are so flexible that they fit around your fingers and knuckles and don't come off. The adhesive is superior to anything else on the market. I would recommend these to everyone.Want Band-aid Brand Adhesive Bandages Dryfit Assorted 17-Count Discount?
I really love these bandages because they are comfortable, stay on through constant hand washing all day, dry quickly after the washing, and don't irritate my skin. I've had trouble finding them in the store so was very excited to see them on Amazon. Never thought I'd be buying Band-Aids online!Save 34% Off