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Outdoor Fun: Sun and Bug Protection

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The outdoors are only fun if you aren't getting bitten alive or burnt to a crisp. If you're anything like me, not only are you worried about about the sun and those pesky bugs, but you think its important to know which chemicals you're putting on you...
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Face Sunscreens

 
Julie K profile picture
Goes on great, mostly clear. EWG certified. The first sunscreen I ever bought for my baby!
Babo Botanicals Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
 
Julie K profile picture
This is our NUMBER 1! Covers great, goes on clear, is not sticky, and lasts! My kids are actually WILLING to put it on themselves!
Banana Boat Kids Sport Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
 
Julie K profile picture
My kids like this one because it goes on clear and is not greasy. I also love the Sum Bum brand!
Sun Bum Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+

Body Sunscreens

 
Julie K profile picture
Gets pretty good reviews on EWG and the ingredients are basic.
Coppertone WaterBabies SPF 50 Baby Sunscreen
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Julie K profile picture
My absolute favorite spray for kids. Goes on like a lotion and you can rub it in.
Coppertone Water Babies Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
 
Julie K profile picture
My kids use this at camp. Stays on and I like the ingredients!
Coppertone Kids Sunscreen Spray SPF 50, Water
 
Julie K profile picture
Mineral based so goes on a bit white. I LOVE the ingredients. The first body sunscreen I ever bought for my son!
Babo Botanicals Sensitive Baby Sunscreen SPF50
 
Julie K profile picture
This goes on a bit thick and can be white, but it works well, and we can see where we missed!
BLUE LIZARD Face Stick SPF 50+
 
Julie K profile picture
This is a great choice for sunscreens. It rates high with the EWG and the price point is middle of the road. They also sell it just about everywhere now. It's vegan and just overall a great choice.
Thinkbaby SPF 50+
 
Julie K profile picture
For that extra bit of protection for your whole family.
Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray, SPF 70, 6.5oz
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Bug Sprays

 
Julie K profile picture
This smells like citronella and goes on great. Keeps the bugs away from my toddler.
Natural Bug Blend™ Bug Repellent Spray - California Baby
 
Julie K profile picture
Did you know this is a good bug repellent? And the smell brings me back!
Skin So Soft Original Bath Oil Spray by Avon
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Candles, Sticks, and Other Things

 
Julie K profile picture
I love this company and the fact that it's DEET free.
Murphy's Naturals Mosquito Repellent Candle
 
Julie K profile picture
I love the way these smell and they look nice when placed around. Good for about 20 mins.
Murphy's Naturals Mosquito Repellent Incense Cones
 
Julie K profile picture
I bought these by the boatload. You can stick them in your lawn or in a planter. They last for about 45 mins and smell great.
Murphy's Naturals Mosquito Repellent Sticks
 
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I live in an area that's very wooded. We always get a ton of mosquitoes especially around six or 7 PM. I use this on every walk. It goes on really easily. It's pretty durable and it comes in a pack of two. It's stopped my toddler from getting bitten ...
Stroller Mosquito Net