My Top 3 Favourite Amazon Wellness Products
I’m really excited to finally share these products with you! In part because they’re great quality and super affordable, but mainly because they genuinely work and I use them daily. I find that buying from Amazon can be a gamble. You either receive a well rounded product or one that’s barely being held together by craft glue. We’ve all been there and it sucks starting at square one again, trying to find products you hope will work. Over the last couple of months I have put these products to the test, rating them on a five point scale according to their value, functionality and quality. I’ll be featuring some complimentary products that I use with the Amazon products, however, they aren’t necessary to use them and won’t be taken into account for the overall product rating. Finally, this post is not affiliated or sponsored by Amazon. I hope you enjoy this review and try these products for yourself!
Hammom Exfoliating Mitt
I’m starting with the one I use most frequently, daily actually. I first received these mitts as a birthday gift. I had tried my fair share of exfoliating skin tools in the past but didn’t find any substantial differences in my skin like the products claimed. I initially didn’t give these mitts a fair shot. I used one for about a week on my skin and left it to hang in my shower for months. My Aunt who initially gifted me the mitts followed up with how I was enjoying them. When she heard I wasn’t using them she reiterated how amazing the mitts were and how healthy it made her skin look and feel. Well my curiosity sparked again and the mitt came out of hibernating.
The first thing I noticed about this mitt was how much dead skin was actually being removed with it. Typically a bathtub strainer needs to be removed and cleaned every couple of days, maybe a week if your hair doesn’t shed much. But with this mitt, I was completely clogging my drain every day with my dead skin cells (yeah I know it's gross…but SO satisfying). Once I established this exfoliating routine everyday in the shower, it was impossible to go back. The feeling the mitt left me was light and renewed. If I missed a day I began feeling like my skin was clogged and almost heavier.
Another thing I noticed was the appearance of my skin. After only a couple weeks, I started to notice that it looked more firm and smooth. I’m a very accident prone person, someone who always has a new bruise with no memory of its cause. Because of my clumsy nature, I naturally have a lot of scars, ones that I’m insecure about. Around the month mark of using the glove I already began to notice that my scars were lightening and becoming slightly less noticeable. I continued to be a religious user of this product and watched the benefits transform my skin.
How I use it:
Use this product only on wet or damp skin.
Use the product with your everyday soap/body wash.
Always use slow and intentional circular strokes that go towards the heart, working from your toes to abdomen and shoulders to your chest.
Never use the exfoliator on damaged, freshly wounded skin, or face.
Use the exfoliator mitt everyday. Breaking up the week between five days of gentle strokes and two more firm with a complimentary body scrub (not needed if you choose not to). The scrub I used is the Coconut Body Scrub from The Body Shop.
Go over/concentrate on areas of concern (scars, discolouration etc.).
Always, ALWAYS, follow with a clean ingredient moisturizer (I prefer Aveeno or Cera Ve).
After you finish with the mitt in the shower, give it a good thorough rinse and squeeze the excess water before hanging to air dry.
Every week you should wash your exfoliating glove in cold water. Omit any fabric softener or whitening agent and instead use a few tablespoons of white distilled vinegar for disinfection purposes. *Do not put in the dryer, always air dry*
You should only use the glove for 1-2 months before replacing it with a new one.
If your skin seems irritated with the frequent use, opt for every other day or 2-3 times a week.
Rating:
Value: 5/5
This product sits at 10.99 (CAD) on Amazon right now before taxes. Not only do you get an amazing mitt with real benefits/results, you get three. Each will last around 1-2 months, giving it an accumulated use period of 3-6 months. For under four dollars per mitt, it’s an easy perfect score.
Functionality: 4/8
This product does everything it claims to do. It’s lightweight with a durable texture that makes it optimal for daily use. The mitt width is substantial enough to reach a larger surface area of the skin. The opening of the mitt is stretchy so it’s easy to put on and remove. My only concern is that the product is one size fits all so I can see it being too large for someone with a smaller hand.
Quality: 4.5/5
The quality is good. The mitt is durable and doesn’t wear or look worn with constant use. The stitching fixtures are sturdy and don’t tear or unravel easily. I typically feel better buying products that use higher material quality and are certified to be sustainable/environmentally friendly. But other than that, I think the quality is fair and justifiable for the low price point.
I have used this product and will continue using it. It’s worth trying for the minimal investment of purchase. I hope you add it to the cart and experience the benefits for yourself!
*If you can’t find the product, the brand is Dewsshine
Scalp Massager
This product is hands down one of the best things I’ve purchased from Amazon. My curiosity first peaked when I saw one in my friend's shower. She explained what it was and the basics on how to use it. I went home intrigued and determined to learn more. Through several hours trenching through the TikTok Universe I had concluded that it was a product I had to try. I’m glad I was persuaded, because these brushes are amazing and have significantly improved my hair health.
I appreciate that the brand gives you two brushes in an order, that way you can use one brush for shampooing in the shower and the other for hair oiling. When I first started incorporating the brushes into my hair care routine I didn’t notice much of a difference. However, you need to be very diligent in keeping up with the brush routine and have patience for the results to come, because they will! One thing I loved right from the get-go was how amazing it felt to use on my scalp, like a relaxing head massage at the hairdressers. The several silicone spikes are firm and feel deeply stimulating to use. I also noticed that over time my scalp got dry less frequently. As a fellow curly girl it’s really easy to have dry hair and scalp, especially in colder months. That being said, because my scalp was less dry I also had less dandruff.
Another change I observed that took a bit longer to notice was the growth on my hairline and thickness in more sparse/thin areas of my scalp. At a young age into my teenage years I suffered from Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder. It made a lot of my hair fall out, leaving it thin and brittle. Since using the brushes, I can feel and see my hair density getting stronger. I have little baby hairs that are growing from my hairline and the thinner areas of my scalp are starting to fill out more. These small but meaningful changes alone, in such a short time, have me hooked on this product for a lifetime.
How I use it:
Dedicate one brush for shampooing in the shower, the other for hair oiling on dry hair and scalp
The night before your wash day, work an oil blend (I use a homemade blend of almond, jojoba and rosemary) into your scalp and hair. *The oil should not be dripping off your hair. Less, especially on your scalp, is better. You only need an even coat.) If you can’t do this the night before you can always do it the day of, just make sure the oil stays in your hair for AT LEAST 1 hour.
Use the brush to massage your entire scalp in gentle but firms clockwise circles. Set a timer for 5-10 minutes and repeat massaging until it’s done. Your scalp should feel warm to touch after this, that’s when you know you’ve massaged long enough.
I like to take the brush and work it down to my ends for couple of run-throughs to make sure the oil is evenly distributed in my hair.
Use a gentle style to sleep (e.g. Loose braids, pineapple bun with scrunchies, loose ponytail with scrunchies)
For bed you can wrap your hair in a silk/satin bonnet or towel to protect your pillow covers
In the shower, continue with your normal shampoo routine. Use the massager brush in clockwise circles to lather the shampoo and stimulate your scalp. You can repeat this step twice, to make sure the oil is fully washed out. Up to you!
Make sure you’re using lukewarm to cold water on your hair to prevent inflammation and irritation.
Wash both the shampoo and oiling brush to make sure there isn’t any left over dead skin, hair or product stuck in it. I sometimes use q-tips to get between the spikes easier.
After the shower apply a treatment oil to your hair ends. My absolute favourite is the Loma nourishing oil.
Rating:
Value: 5/5
The brushes come as a two pack at 14.99 (CAD) before taxes. For that price you get a very versatile product that can yield noticeable results. It’s an accessible product, delivered in a reasonable amount of time. Like the mitt, it can also be a great gifting or sharing product with friends/family. For value, another perfect score.
Functionality: 5/5
This product is very functional. It serves it’s obvious purpose to massage the scalp but it also has some other great features. The brush has finger grooves for easy grip and holding. It also has two handles that rest on your hands so the brush is more secure and won’t fall when you use it. The handles also double as a hook to hang your shampoo brush in the shower if you choose. It’s also waterproof so it wont get damaged when or wear down when wet. For those reasons functionality also gets a perfect score.
Quality: 5/5
The quality to me is very good. The hard plastic on the backing of the brush is durable and secure. The silicone spikes are extremely smooth and also very secured to the base of the brush. I’ve been using the brushes religiously since the end of August and the spikes haven’t torn or begun or come off the base. With that being said, the quality gets a perfect score.
Give this product a try! It’s affordable and great quality for the price point. If you have the patience and determination to stick with it, you will also reap the amazing benefits.
*If you can’t find the product, the brand is Cbiumpro
Tongue Scrapper
If you don’t already own a tongue scraper, skip this review and buy one here. Seriously, it’s the greatest wellness tool I never knew I needed. I used to always see these tools in passing. Through a facebook ad, shopping down an aisle, or on a friends counter, dropping me subtle hints. It’s funny how life always finds a way to manifest your curiosity so you’re forced to acknowledge it. I finally decided to take the plunge after watching a TikTok video about them. “All the bad bacteria sitting at the back of your tongue gets swallowed”, was all I needed to hear. So I decided to buy this tongue scraper to see if the benefits were worth the dramatic warning.
I’ll leave a link and the responsibility of a credible source to fully explain exactly what a tongue scraper is. But, essentially, it’s a metal tool that helps remove bacteria and particles from the tongue that get built up, especially overnight. Before my first scrape I was very sceptical. I couldn’t have imagined the amount of bacteria and debris that would come off. With the first drag, a clump of white bacteria came off and plopped into my sink. Tongue scraping is one of those gross things you want to stop and look away from but can’t, so you keep going. I was very quickly hooked and couldn’t go morning without it; imagining all the bacteria trickling down my throat with my first glass of water, ew - just no.
The most beneficial difference I’ve seen since using this product is the appearance of my tongue. I feel that it looks a lot more pink and stays that way throughout the day. The more time I’ve used the scraper, I’ve noticed I have less debris and bacteria to remove. Something really unexpected also happened. I noticed that after tongue scraping, especially in the mornings, that I could taste my food and distinguish spices/flavours better. But ultimately, I began feeling a lot more confident talking to people knowing my breath didn’t smell. I have quickly found that tongue scraping really does eliminate mouth odour and lasts throughout the day. I continue to see improvements in my oral health everyday. I hope you take the plunge and experience the same.
How I use it:
Use the scraper first thing in the morning before drinking water or brushing your teeth.
Open your mouth as wide as possible and stick out your tongue.
Holding both ends of the tool with your hands; begin at the back of your tongue.
In a slow and controlled motion, scrape downwards with firm pressure towards the tip of your tongue. *If your tongue bleeds or starts feeling painful you’re doing it too hard*
If you feel a gag or tickle, try starting a bit closer and progress further back until you get used to it/become more comfortable.
Rinse the scraper under warm water and repeat steps 1-3, 4-10 times.
Clean the scraper after you use it with warm water and soap.
Leave it out to dry or dry it with a paper towel before setting it back in its case. Alternatively, you can leave the scraper on a paper towel on the bathroom counter. Change it every couple of days to keep your scraper clean.
You can also use the scraper before bed as a part of your nighttime oral health routine.
Rating:
Value: 4/5
When I initially bought this product the value for the money was fantastic. Only 14.99 (CAD) before tax for two scrapers and storing cases. Since then, I’ve noticed that the price will fluctuate and the multipack offers will come and go. It currently sits at 29.63 (CAD) for one. To me, I still think it’s a great value for your money because it will hold up for years and provide some real results. You won’t have to repurchase for a long time and that’s more important to me in the long run. However, the deal is obviously better at 14.99 for two when available. I think this is a bit frustrating and for that reason I had to deduct some points off of the rating.
Functionality: 5/5
This tool is completely functional, it does exactly what’s advertised, and can easily be incorporated into your oral hygiene routine. I appreciate that the brand provides cases for easy storage when travelling. The slightly larger ends of the scrapper make it easy to grip for the duration of the scrapping. The tool also has an ergonomic “U” shape that ensures you can cover all areas.
Quality: 4/5
The actual tool itself is excellent quality. The stainless steel is sturdy and durable for the deed. One thing I don’t particularly like is the carrying case. It opens vertically, with a lid and case. I think a horizontal opening with one side seal would have made the case better for cleaning. The case is also a lower quality plastic and isn’t that sturdy. I haven’t had it come apart while travelling but a stainless steel case or a higher quality plastic would have been nicer. However, this factor isn’t enough to diminish the overall quality for the rating.
This is a great product with great health benefits to gain. This is a purchase you won’t regret and will use for years to come!
*If you can’t find the product because they have sold out, the brand is MasterMedi, you can find other similar products
Closing:
If you’ve reached the end of this post and have committed to reading it’s entirety, I appreciate you a lot. I dedicated a lot of time and passion into creating this post and testing out the products. My main goal was to help my readers and share my honest reviews of products that have made a difference in my life over the past couple of months. If you have any questions or any recommendations for me to try and review, please feel free to comment them below.
Again, thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Liv