The Miami Herald has composed a panel of readers to try products for face, body and hair. Here are their opinions:
Product: BioCare Labs Best Body Oil
Contains: 100 percent pure sesame oil combined with aloe extract
Claims: Infuses natural moisture into tissue layers to heal and preserve the skin
Where to get it: Select Walmart stores
Cost: $6.84 for 6 fluid ounces
Times tested: 3
IT'S OK
Name: Arlene Garcia
Age: 46
Residence: Hallandale Beach
Opinion: Love it!
Why: It's very emollient without being greasy, and has a wonderful scent. I have sensitive skin and I am not allergic to it.
Name: Maria Aquino-Maghak
Age: 43
Residence: Pinecrest
Opinion: Love it!
Why: I use the body oil during bath and as a spray. It smells terrific and is easy to apply although it doesn't last very long, making reapplication necessary.
Name: Phyllis Hains
Age: 48
Residence: Miami
Opinion: It's OK
Why: I like the smell and feel when I spray it on; however, the smoothness goes away quickly and it doesn't leave any noticeable changes in my skin.
Name: Rosalie Weiss
Age: 69
Residence: Fort Lauderdale
Opinion: Hate it!
Why: The ingredients include a synthetic oil and I find the directions unclear.
BOX
Panelists choose from the following:
Love it!
It's OK
Hate it!
Compiled by Kathryn Wexler, panel@MiamiHerald.com.
