WE TRIED THE WATERPIK SIDEKICK AND HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED

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I’ve been a big fan of Waterpik since I had my braces taken off a few decades ago. But I had one stuck under my sink for years and it was so big and cumbersome, that it rarely saw the light of day.
Enter the newest Waterpik Sidekick Flosser which is a huge step up. First of all, it’s literally a third of the size and so compact that you can take it with you anywhere or hide it in your desk drawer. It has its own discreet little charcoal gray zippered pouch and is even TSA-friendly. The new model also comes in your choice of 3 colors; white, rose gold and black.
Thankfully, this model doesn’t take up the kind of room of earlier renditions, so it fits easily on your sink counter top or b
HIGH-TECH TOOLS FOR YOUR TEETH

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Oral care is non-negotiable, and comprehensive mouth maintenance has been linked to overall health. “So many people are concerned about diet and exercise, yet they fail to take proper care of their teeth and gums,†explains cosmetic dentist Dr. Brian Kantor of Lowenberg, Lituchy & Kantor in New York City. “There’s a definitive connection between gum disease and higher rates of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and more. A healthy mouth leads to a healthy body, and it’s never too late to start,†he says.
In addition to brushing twice a day, you should be flossing and using an antiseptic rinse once a day, and Dr. Kantor also offers these tips for maxi
ARRIVE BEARING GIFTS: 3 HOSTESS GIFTS FOR YOUR WEEKENDS AWAY

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You’ve done it! You’ve received that coveted invite to a friend’s beach house or have been invited to visit family or friends in a home that’s not your own? It seems like a no-brainer but you’d be surprised how many people don’t follow proper “guestiquette” and then they wonder why they don’t get an invite back. It doesn’t take a lot to be the best guest ever…here’s all you need to do:
Pick up after yourself.
Help out (without being asked) whenever the need arises.
Don’t rely on your hosts to entertain you 24/7.
Don’t stay longer than agreed upon.
Arrive with the most wonderful hostess gift in hand!!!
3 Great Gift Options (to help you get youÂ
GORGEOUS GIVEAWAY – J&J HEALTHY ESSENTIALS

For this week’s Gorgeous Giveaway, we have 3 sets of the Healthy Essentials package (a $73 value) from Johnson & Johnson to give to our lucky winners. The set includes seven products that will renew your beauty and health routine in the New Year (including teeth whitening strips worth $25!). The giveaway corresponds with a special Healthy Essentials coupon from J&J that was available in local newspapers on Sunday, January 6, as well as online at www.healthyessentials.com. Potential savings are worth over $175!!
A sampling of J&J skincare and health products that will help you look and feel your best are included in this beauty giveaway, which includes:
Rembrandt® Intense