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Summer Buying Guide
June 2013
We thought it might be a nice thought to bring you up to date on the latest, best rated sunscreens and bug sprays for 2013. Check out the sections below before you go out and stock up on product!  
Top Sunscreens 2013
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Consumer Reports tested 12 popular sunscreens for the July 2013 issue, and found some products don't meet the SPF claims made on the bottles. That means paying more for your sunscreen doesn't mean you're getting a more effective product.

"Some of the priciest sunscreens Consumer Reports tested offered less than their labeled SPF value," the magazine said in a press release.

Six sunscreens, including the top scorer, were rated "very good overall" and were recommended by the magazine. They were: Wal-Mart Equate Ultra Protection SPF 50, Coppertone Water Babies, Walgreens Continuous Spray Sport SPF 50, Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch SPF 30 and Coppertone Sport High Performance SPF 30.

 

At $0.63 an ounce, Wal-Mart's Equate earned the distinction of being a "Consumer Reports Best Buy."

As for the rest that weren't recommended, testers determined the least effective sunscreens were also among the priciest. This is great information to know when we are buying for the summer!
Top Bug Sprays 2013
Concerned about West Nile virus or ticks? Or just want to enjoy late-summer and fall outdoor gatherings, camping, hiking, and hunting without biting bugs? If so, you're in luck. A good insect repellent can help you enjoy the outdoors without the company of mosquitoes and ticks.
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