About House & Home: Is Your Sunscreen Safe?

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor I burn in less than sixty seconds so I'll probably spend the next three months coated in thick sun-protecting lotions, sweating beneath big floppy hats and long-sleeved shirts. In just one summer I'll use a zillion bottles of sunscreen. But this leads me to wonder: How safe are these sun-blockers? And what else do I need to do to stay healthy this summer? Is Your Sunscreen Safe? The sun might not be able to penetrate the thick cream I slather on my skin, but could I be posing other kinds of health risks just trying to stay safe in the sun? Swimming Pool Safety Hot sunny days, a comfy patio lounger and a cool, refreshing swimming pool seem to be the essential ingredients to a perfect summer. Just don't forget to bring along these critical rules for swimming pool safety. Are Lawn Fertilizers and Pesticides Harmful? Maybe it's because our family likes to spend a lot of time in our front yard, but I'm a little paranoid about using pesticides and fertilizers to keep our lawn green. So I want to know, are they really that harmful to my family's health? Keep Your Pet Safe this Summer Lawn pesticides are just one of the many hazards that pets can encounter on a hot, sunny day. Find out how to keep your animal companion safe and happy all summer long with this easy-to-follow summer safety guide. House & Home Ads Gardening Magazines Fashion Magazine House and Garden Home Decor Magazine 19 Magazine Featured Articles Garage Door Safety Tips Your First Knitting Project Top 10 Tasks for Yard Care Weekly Cleaning Chores Houses of the Future Plan A Summer Move   More from About.com Great Stuff Kids Love From the hottest tunes and best online videos to favorite books and classic toys, here are our top picks for the kids in your life. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement