Q: A while back, I found and purchased Efferdent Fresh Guard retainer cleaner. Now my child has just about used all the packets up, and I can’t find the product. Is it still made? And, if so, where might I purchased it? Lesley Schaeffer, Dunwoody
A: Yes, Lesley, Efferdent still makes Fresh Guard, which comes in 24 individual packets per box. Fresh Guard is an effervescent solution made to clean all removable dental devices, and it kills 99.9 percent of odor causing bacteria after a five-minute soak. You can find Fresh Guard at Walgreens, 3658 Roswell Road, Atlanta, 404-816-8464. Each box costs $7.29.
Q: I would like to find Rimmel lipstick #276. Will you help me, please? Thank you. Betty Diesing, email
A: Rimmel London Lasting Finish lipstick in Kasbah, number 276, isn’t offered as part of the current list of available colors. While you can get it on eBay, you also can order it for $4.97 per tube through walmart.com. Depending on where you live, you might qualify for free pickup at a nearby store.
Q: Where can I get an elastic shower cap for young kids? I want one that’s soft inside, and when I look online, I just find these things that look like hats, not the basic plastic shower cap. The ones for adults are too loose for my very young grand kids. I don’t mind ordering a couple, but I don’t know where. Thank you. Maria Gonzalez, email
A: Maria, I found vinyl elastic shower caps with terry cloth liners that sound exactly like what you’re seeking. These are made by Konclusive Beauty, and you can order them through Sallybeauty.com. Each cap costs $4.99. This company also makes elastic satin bonnets for children.
Q: Is it possible to get new empty paint cans with lids? I don’t need gallon sizes. Something smaller would work best. I’ve tried cleaning out used paint cans but that’s impossible. Joan Thomas, email
A: Joan, you can get new quart-size plain paint cans by Valspar at Lowe’s, 4950 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Chamblee, 770-220-0153. Each can comes with a lid, and sells for $2.98.
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