Want to explore Block Island? Can’t get enough of that summer music festival experience? Conserfest is an awesome way to do both. It’s an annual non-profit music festival from which proceeds and donations go to support Block Island’s eco-conservation efforts. Pretty cool we say. [More]

We're sad summer is coming to a close. It's our favorite time of year. To spice things up a bit we're offering 25% off on all of our products through Labor Day. To get the deal use the code SUMMER25 at checkout to save on our sunscreen, face moisturizer with SPF, cleanser, and night cream. [More]

The sun can be our friend and our foe. It provides warmth and life but also emits ultraviolet rays (UV rays) that cause all kinds of skin damage - wrinkles, sunspots, discoloration and even skin cancer. In fact UV rays are responsible for 80% of all skin aging. UV rays come in three different forms: UVA, UVB and UVC. All are naked to the human eye. Let's break down UVA rays a bit more. We'll get into the other rays in the next round. [More]

Recently the cast of The Big Bang Theory came together and filmed a public service announcement (PSA) to raise awareness of adolescent skin cancer. It's a heartbreaking but inspiring story about how and why the cast got involved. [More]

Yes I'm going to say that these donuts on Block Island are the best you'll ever eat. I can confidently say this as a donut expert - my parents actually owned a Dunkin Donuts growing up - so I've had my fair share of donuts. Where can you get these marvelous little wonders? At Payne's Donuts aka the home of "Killer Donuts" on Block Island. [More]

We love providing easy sun protection tips because we know everyone's so busy these days. So with that here's a quick reminder of 10 spots on the face and neck where people often forget to apply sunscreen. You don't want to miss these crucial spots, as UV rays from the sun are a leading cause of skin damage and premature skin aging! [More]

Why is it that we sometimes enjoy things that are bad for us? According to a new survey conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) - 98% of women ages 18-34 understand that they are at risk of skin cancer when they tan - yet they still soak in the sun and use tanning beds. [More]

I’m a golfer and I know golfers spend a ton of time outside. A single round can last from 4 to 6 hours. That’s a lot of time in the sun. Even on a cloudy day sun protection is a must. So what Suncare Smarts should you use to protect yourself? Sunscreen is a definite and we have a few other easy tips but first a video from the PGA Tour and the Skin Cancer Foundation. [More]

4th of July is one of the biggest holidays on the island. Whether you are coming over just for the day or making a weeklong stay out of it, there is a lot to do - fireworks, parades, beaches, BBQs, and more. Of course, you have to get to the island first and our post Discovering Block Island: How to Get There - Planes, Trains, (Ferries) & Automobiles has you covered. Don’t forget your sunblock too! [More]

4th of July means family, BBQs, fireworks and fun. It also means lots of sun. So what better time to have a sale on our sunscreen and we'll through in all our other products too. Just use the code HAPPY4TH at checkout. You'll save 20% on our sunscreen, face moisturizer with SPF, cleanser, and night cream...it's all on sale through Monday.* Happy 4th! [More]