Summer is here and it's time to stock up on sunscreen. But, before you go out and grab any old sunscreen or simply go with the major brands (thinking they will be safe and effective), you should first check the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep website for a heads-up on the best sunscreens for your family.

An investigation of nearly 1,000 brand-name sunscreen products finds that 4 out of 5 contain chemicals that may pose health hazards or don't adequately protect skin from the sun's damaging rays. Some of the worst offenders are leading brands like Coppertone, Banana Boat, and Neutrogena.

While you're there, check out the safety of your makeup, your fragrances, and other products for your skin, hair, eyes, nails, and your mouth. Because what's on your skin will also be found in your blood.