Brush On Block® Blog

Did you know that in the US, sunscreen is considered an over-the-counter (OTC) drug product? It is--just like Tylenol, cold medicines, toothpaste and more! Every over-the-counter drug has rules set...

May 7, 2021

COVID has changed the way we travel and with multiple holidays in the next few months, finding way to vacation and escape may seem more difficult. Flying is still scary for many and a road trip may...

November 12, 2020

It may seem counterintuitive, you won't necessarily feel like you’re in direct sunlight when you are sitting in a sunny room or your car, so it may feel as though sunscreen isn’t necessary. However...

May 21, 2020

If you have young children you are probably concerned about keeping their skin protected from the sun. After all, studies have shown that sunburns in childhood dramatically increase the odds of dev...

May 7, 2020

Music festivals have boomed in popularity in recent years, mostly taking place during Spring and Summer. With so many festivals out there, it can hard to choose the right one. Since some festivals ...

April 9, 2020

As we start a new year, maybe you’ve thought about resolutions. Are any of them different than they were last year, or five years ago? Even ten years ago? What does that say about the strength of r...

January 2, 2020

It’s almost the Fourth of July and whether you plan to view the fireworks from your city’s designated viewing spot, a nice empty park or field, or the comfort of your own backyard, a picnic dinner ...

July 2, 2019

In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, BRUSH ON BLOCK® has been sharing some common-sense Sun Protection Tips. This is the final installment of our 3-week series, we hope it has encouraged you to...

May 28, 2019

Guest Post by Dr. Jeanette Black, MD Wearing a sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or higher every day is the best way to protect yourself from skin cancer. Many know to wear sunscreen while they are direct...

May 23, 2019