What is the advantage of this product over pure boric acid?
1005355
I have used every chemical and natural product there is, I have 9 dogs and 4 cats, live in florida so fleas are a MAJOR problem, this is the ONLY indoor product that I have used that really appears to work
1005356
You will need to research thus thoroughly yourself-- I recommend calling Fleabusters-- but as a customer who did a little research, I can say that the boric acid probably does not kill fleas at all life stages. To effectively rid fleas, they have to be killed at all life stages, including egg and pupa. Otherwise, the fleas WILL return. Fleabusters does kill them at all stages. Also, Fleabusters is nontoxic to humans; whereas I think boric acid can be toxic. Again, I'm just a fellow customer, so you'd want to research these issues.
1005357
I've never used pure boric acid except in Chem class in College. I wouldn't use boric acid near little ones or pets. Applying this product is dangerous around children, pregnant people, and pets because the powder can be inhaled however once it is fully applied it's completely safe around everyone and all pets it can be used on EVERY surface even hardwood flooring and tile. It lasts a year or so depending on how many pets you have and how bad of a flea problem you have. Hope this helps you out with the advantages of this product.
868995
I'm not sure myself on which is better. I've only used the Clear & Natural (with inulin).
967770
No. From what I have read, boric acid is what you would get by reacting Borax with hydrochloric acid or similar. Borax is actually a salt of boric acid. They cannot be used interchangeably. Hope that helps.
1824876
Has a less acidic yet full bodied taste. We prefer the taste of the Kona Blend. It has a more robust flavor without the acidic after effects.
2213074
The first ingredient is boric acid, but I think the BFI stands for Bismuth Formic Iodide. I can tell you that I very vividly remember the first time it was used on me. I was about 8 years old and a day camp when I sustained a minor injury. The counselors, after struggling with me, put it on the wound. There was no pain what so ever. I am no 75 years old and have used it since childhood. I highly recommend it no only because it causes no further pain, but mainly because it works!
23627
I like this product. I am not a chemist, so I don't know how I could attest to the purity. Apparently, from your comment, you have some way to ascertain purity? If so, why ask? I had merely heard that OptiMSM is a good product, and I have heard that this is a good company. You are on your own from there.
1315348
I have used both and agree with the smell of the hydrate. The pure volume smells a lot better, more of a floral/ perfume scent.
2062149
I guess this is more pure with stronger vitamin c content while the other one is only 15% mixed with vitamin e... for more sensitive skin I think the latter one should be better and also if you want vitamin e mixed with your vitamin c
261646
The two products have totallydifferent ingredients (BFI Powder: boric acid, magnesium carbonate, talc, bismuth formic iodide, bismuth subgallate, zinc phenolsulfonate, potassium alum, thymol, menthol, eucalyptol; Columbia Powder: zinc oxide and phenol). Having said that, and not knowing the purpose that you want it for, I can say that both my wife and I swear by Columbia Antiseptic powder for virtually all our skin problems. It seems to cure allergic reactions, heat rashes, contact dermatitis and other skin problems in just a day or so. The only problem we have with it is that it's rather expensive, and very few people carry it. Thank God, Amazon does. The two products have totallydifferent ingredients (BFI Powder: boric acid, magnesium carbonate, talc, bismuth formic iodide, bismuth subgallate, zinc phenolsulfonate, potassium alum, thymol, menthol, eucalyptol; Columbia Powder: zinc oxide and phenol). Having said that, and not knowing the purpose that you want it for, I can say that both my wife and I swear by Columbia Antiseptic powder for virtually all our skin problems. It seems to cure allergic reactions, heat rashes, contact dermatitis and other skin problems in just a day or so. The only problem we have with it is that it's rather... » Read More The two products have totallydifferent ingredients (BFI Powder: boric acid, magnesium carbonate, talc, bismuth formic iodide, bismuth subgallate, zinc phenolsulfonate, potassium alum, thymol, menthol, eucalyptol; Columbia Powder: zinc oxide and phenol). Having said that, and not knowing the purpose that you want it for, I can say that both my wife and I swear by Columbia Antiseptic powder for virtually all our skin problems. It seems to cure allergic reactions, heat rashes, contact dermatitis and other skin problems in just a day or so. The only problem we have with it is that it's rather expensive, and very few people carry it. Thank God, Amazon does. « Show Less
421362
Not sure the difference, but I have been using the pure absorbic acid in my diy face creams, and have been very satisfied with this product. Will purchase again.
967771
It is similar, but it is much more concentrated than Borax. My vet told me that it's safe to use around pets but not to use it near their food. I did pour it into the cracks in the base boards near where they eat but made sure to wipe up anything that was exposed where the dogs could lick it. My grandmother told me that boric acid was used in laundry to get rid of bugs before they developed Borax but I don't know if that's true.
931858
I believe it is, as I am an advanced analytical chemist and use this product. To the best of my labs capability, i got 99.6433% purity. Thats good enough for ANYTHING.
1303520
Borax is made from sodium tetraborate, a natural mineral. It does not contain phosphates or chlorine. I use it for everything around here! It kills mold and freshens laundry like all get out! My GF found it in Walmart for $3 though so check there before buying it online. It kinda ticked me off that I paid around $20 for it on Amazon (plus shipping) when I could have bought it locally for a lot less!
2267634
As I understand it, the Bora Care product is mainly a borate crystal in a propylene glycol liquid. The propylene glycol provides deep penetration. I mixed a bag Tim-bor into a gallon of warm RV antifreeze to achieve a similar result. I was applying it to dry rot on a fence. This involves much less cash outlay, as the antifreeze is about $5 a gallon. A year later, there seems to be no advance in the dry rot infection. If you decide to do this, be sure to use RV antifreeze, as it is non-toxic to animals whereas car antifreeze is toxic. As always when using chemicals, wear protection, be careful, and use at your own risk. That said, it seems to have worked for me. As I understand it, the Bora Care product is mainly a borate crystal in a propylene glycol liquid. The propylene glycol provides deep penetration. I mixed a bag Tim-bor into a gallon of warm RV antifreeze to achieve a similar result. I was applying it to dry rot on a fence. This involves much less cash outlay, as the antifreeze is about $5 a gallon. A year later, there seems to be no advance in the dry rot infection. If you decide to do this, be sure to use RV antifreeze, as it is non-toxic to animals whereas car antifreeze is toxic. As always when using chemicals, wear protection, be... » Read More As I understand it, the Bora Care product is mainly a borate crystal in a propylene glycol liquid. The propylene glycol provides deep penetration. I mixed a bag Tim-bor into a gallon of warm RV antifreeze to achieve a similar result. I was applying it to dry rot on a fence. This involves much less cash outlay, as the antifreeze is about $5 a gallon. A year later, there seems to be no advance in the dry rot infection. If you decide to do this, be sure to use RV antifreeze, as it is non-toxic to animals whereas car antifreeze is toxic. As always when using chemicals, wear protection, be careful, and use at your own risk. That said, it seems to have worked for me. « Show Less
467670
Sorry, I never used the BHA+ peel, but I have used the HQ+ peel and this I think is weaker than the HQ+ peel but I think it is a better one overall than that since it acts on more superficial layers with the Lactic acid and deeper layers with the Glycolic acid so you are getting two for one.
1985566
Sorry, I don't know the diff b/t the two on chemical level. So far I have not noticed any diff.
438197
Go here.... http://www.pureencapsulations.com/b12-liquid.html :) I take the B liquid complex, thankfully my numbers recovered. All the best!