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Why you should care about Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Hadley King, board-certified dermatologist, reminds us why it is so important to wear sunscreen every day.
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Brush On Block is PETA Approved - Vegan & Animal Test Free

We are proud to announce that Brush On Block is certified by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) as Animal Test Free and Vegan.  
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When was Sunscreen Invented – The History of Sunscreen

The depletion of the ozone layer has increased exposure to harmful UV rays. This has made us all more susceptible to sunburn, age spots, and even skin cancer. Finding a sunscreen that you will use ...
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Sunscreen For Tattoos: How To Keep Your Tattoo Looking Its Best

A tattoo is art that goes on your body and like any piece of art, it must be protected from certain elements. Unfortunately, one of the biggest culprits of ruining tattoo ink is the sun. The sun em...
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What Does the UV Index Mean? A Guide to the UV Index and How to Stay Safe From the Sun

 We all understand that ultraviolet rays (UV light) from the sun causes skin and eye damage. UV radiation can also cause oxidative stress that can interfere with critical metabolic pathways. In th...
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We challenge you to wear SPF 30 every day

You have heard it many times--from us, from dermatologists and other doctors--you need to wear SPF 30 every day. While sunscreen is extra important in the summer and on the beach, it truly should b...
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What is SPF? What Does The SPF Number on Sunscreen Mean

Every dermatologist, general practice doctor and esthetician will tell you, you need to wear SPF 30 sun protection every single day. But this can lead to questions...my moisturizer has SPF 20, isn...
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Learn about the Drug Facts on your sunscreen

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...
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Clear your skin in time for the summer sun!

As winter finally starts to wind down and the weather warms up, who isn’t excited to get outside and feel the sun on our skin? And who knows, maybe we won’t have to wear masks towards the end of th...