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Dear Friends,

It's that time of year! The weekend that unofficially kicks off the start to camping season year after year, Memorial Day Weekend. By now you have most likely decided where you are going, and what you'll be doing while you're there.  Now that location and activities have been checked off of your list, the most important question is, have you started preparing your supplies for the upcoming adventure? The last thing(s) you want to get between you and your outdoor adventures on this glorious, much anticipated weekend are bites, burns, or worst of all, the DREADED RASH! Are you willing to chance your weekend fun to unspeakable ailments such as those just mentioned, OR do you want to take the advice of your dear friends at Tec Labs who want you to get outdoors and CAMP ON? Read below for a list of items we suggest keeping on hand. For those who enjoy itching, burning, and pain, please ignore the following, we promise to be here at the end of your trip when you'll probably need us!

Sometimes it pays to listen to your wife!

Dear Readers:

Being that poison oak and ivy season is just around the corner, I thought I would share a personal story with you in hopes of helping you (or your stubborn husband) avoid the dreaded rash. Perhaps you just may learn from my sweet husband's mistake.

Welcome Back Friends,

Let's talk apps, ok? Ever noticed those six little icons featured on the front of your Tecnu® Original label?  You know, the symbols for Skin, Tools, Clothes, Pets, Skunk, and Sap? Yep, those! In case you didn't already know, those six little icons represent the multitude of things Tecnu® can work its magic on (apps, if you will)! Most avid users have come to know Tecnu's many uses; although there are still some who are not aware of the various ways in which Tecnu® can be used.  Don't worry, we completely understand that by the time you drag yourself to the pharmacy and begin searching for poison oak/ivy help, you may have missed the meaning behind each of our icons! No problem, I'll explain them here:

Is my Tecnu still good?

Greetings friends & fans,

This blog post is sponsored by the MOST commonly asked question here in the land of Tec, especially during our favorite seasons, Spring & Summer (of course)!  The question is: "When does my Tecnu Original Skin Cleanser expire? I can't find an expiration date on my bottle."  I must say, sleuthing well done detectives, you are correct; Tecnu in fact, does NOT have an expiration date. Why you may ask?  That would be because Tecnu is considered a 'Cosmetic Cleanser,' and not required to have an expiration date.  This is when I let callers know the rule of thumb we recommend following with our products, as well as any other cosmetics they may have at home:

• Cosmetics have a recommended shelf life of about 3-4 years.  Anything older than that should be discarded and replaced.  This is not only to protect you, but to ensure that you are using a fully-functional product.