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Health

Making informed decisions about health and wellness products matters for NZ families. Consumer NZ provides independent testing, expert advice and reviews on health products and services, from sun protection to nutrition and personal care.

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How to catch skin cancer early

Learn how to detect skin cancer and melanoma early – plus whether mole mapping and smartphone apps are effective for tracking your moles.

How to have a good bowel movement

Learn why gut health is important, how to have a good bowel movement, why fibre is the new protein and warning signs that you should visit your GP.

Best water flossers in NZ

Read our water flosser review to discover which water flossers in NZ aced our trials, and which to avoid. Plus, learn how to buy a water flosser and how to use one.
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5 ways to pay for dental work

The latest New Zealand Health Survey found that 43% of New Zealand adults had avoided going to the dentist in the previous 12 months because of cost.

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Cosmetics & personal care

Explore our guides and reviews for cosmetics and personal care products to make informed choices for your health and wellbeing.

All cosmetic & personal care

Latest in cosmetics & personal care

Best water flossers in NZ

Whitening toothpastes available in the NZ market.

Best whitening toothpastes in NZ: what actually works

Chemical structure of lilial.

Lilial is now banned in cosmetics, so why is it still everywhere?

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How to buy the best deodorant


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Health & medical care

Learn about health services, medical devices and caring for your health in NZ's healthcare system.

All health & medical care

Latest in health & medical care

How to catch skin cancer early

How to have a good bowel movement

Best water flossers in NZ

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How to save money on your hot water bill without risking your health


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Nutrition & supplements

Discover reviews and evidence-based advice on nutrition, dietary supplements and healthy eating.

All nutrition & supplements

Latest in nutrition & supplements

How to have a good bowel movement

Ready-to-eat soups.

The healthiest soups at the supermarket - and ones to avoid

How healthy are iced coffee drinks?

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8 food claims you should ignore


Sun protection

Find out how to protect yourself and your family from the sun with our guides to sunscreens, clothing and sun shelters.

All sun protection

Latest in sun protection

How to catch skin cancer early

Sunscreen expert busts sunscreen myths

Sunscreens: 5 improvements to better protect consumers

Sunscreen.

Aussie regulator says don’t buy these sunscreens

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