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Save Your Summer Skin
Jun 27, 2008

There are so many things to love about summer, and a few things to hate: Sunburns and bug bites definitely top the list.

Sunscreen and bug repellent are smart ideas. Even smarter, choose natural formulas without any harmful chemicals.

Safe Sunscreens

Keeping the Mosquitos Away

But these things aren't failproof, and sometimes we simply forget to use them! So what to do with a wicked sunburn or a nasty case of poison ivy?

Favorite Sunburn Soothers

Cucumber Body Pizza for Sunburns or Itchy Skin

Summer Itch Relief
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Posted: Friday June 27, 2008, 10:31 am
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Clare R. (6) 		Sunday June 29, 2008, 7:29 am
Favorite Sunburn Soothers...
Perhaps Aloe Vera gel and creams containing Aloe Vera natural extracts are the best to treat a sunburn. It's better to apply Aloe Vera remedy after taking a warm bath...

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