How it’s goin: Product review updates

 Hey y’all! I know you’re used to seeing me unbox my latest purchases but rarely do I double back and tell you how things are going with the product. Did I love it? Hate it? Recommend it? Well in my newest video I do just that! Here are some updates on how it’s going with some of my newest products! 

More Salt XO!!

 I don’t think there’s much for me to say! This has quickly become one of my favorite brands for feminine care and self-care products. 

Battle of the Yoni Gels!! Which is my favorite? What do I like/dislike about each?

 For the past few months, I’ve switched my normal shower gel to a feminine wash called a yoni gel. A Yoni gel is a natural feminine wash that can help prevent conditions such as vaginal itch, odor, dryness, and bacterial vaginosis (BV) without using harsh chemicals or fragrances that could cause irritation. I’ve tried yoni gels from 3 different black owned companies and shared my thoughts on them in the video below! I have to say ladies, if you have never tried a yoni gel, I highly recommend it!

PreciousYou Skincare Product review!

 Hey ya’ll! I’m back with a product review on some of the products I’ve been using from PreciousYou Skincare.  They currently restock every Friday at noon so if you see something you like, be sure to check out the website listed in the description section of the video.

The Honey Pot Company feminine pads product review

Taking care of my body inside and out continues to be a priority for me. That’s why I have been exploring more natural and organic products to use for self-care including feminine hygiene. The Honey Pot Company is the first complete system for feminine care that is powered by herbs. These products do not contain the toxic chemicals that many feminine products have and are completely natural. I finally decided to give them a try and I was pleasantly surprised! Click my video below to see more about my experience with The Honey Pot Company’s Feminine Pads. Be sure to subscribe to the channel while you’re there!

Always Pure and Clean Feminine Pads - Product Review

Always Pure & Clean Pads (26 ct) regular w/ wings

I have been using the Always brand of feminine pads since the beginning of my visits from “Aunt Dot”. They are a brand I trust and still what I consider to be my favorite, most comfortable and most reliable of brands I’ve tried. Normally, I use the Always Ultra thin with wings as my go-to pads. I’ve also used U by Kotex (the regular and fitness versions) as my backups (they tend to have better sales and coupons). While U by Kotex gets the job done, they still don’t give me the confidence and comfort that my Always brand does.

I’ve seen a recent trend in natural/organic feminine products that contain little to no chemicals, dyes, perfumes, etc. It seems as more information is coming about in regards to the potential harm or long term effects of using products with certain chemicals or other ingredients has people focused on finding more natural alternatives to everyday products. I’m all about reducing foreign and harmful substances from my body and environment, but I also want to make sure the alternative is just as effective. The reviews for some natural/organic pads (like the Cora brand) were not super comforting as many reviewers stated the pads did not stay in place which resulted in leakage in some cases. As a high school teacher, I definitely can’t use a product that puts me at risk for leakage or other inconveniences so I held off on giving that natural brand a try. Recently, I came across an ad for the Always Pure and Clean Feminine Pads and decided I would give them a try when I found them in a store. As luck would have it, my favorite store, Target, happen to have these in stock with a 40% off Cartwheel!!! I figured this was as good a time to try them as any. The Pure and Clean pads (26 ct) retailed for 6.99 but with the Cartwheel they ended up being 4.19, which is about the average cost for that sized pack.

My thoughts: These pads felt and protected just like the regular Always Ultra thin that I usually wear! I could not tell any difference (other than not having the “fresh” scent that is usually with the active versions) in the pads. They were just as thin, had wings, stayed in place and protected like its original counterpart. I also loved the packaging which is a white wrapper with blue designs. I felt it matched the "pure and clean" name. I will definitely be purchasing these in the future! The only negative is the cost. From what I’ve seen, the Pure and Clean versions retail about $1-$2 higher than the regular versions. As always, natural and organic items cost a little more. My hope is since it is a new item, there will be lots of coupons and specials in order to promote the product. My advice would be to stock up during this time to keep your cost down.

Price: 6.99 per box at Target

Where to buy: Target, (right now they are listed as being offered at select retailers), Walmart.com