Sunscreen

Apr 30, 2025
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The Importance of the UV Index and Sunscreen

UV radiation can cause skin damage all year round, even on cloudy days. The UV index indicates the strength of that radiation and what level of protection is needed. From a UV index of 3 onwards, there is already a risk of damage. Climate change affects UV levels and cloud cover, increasing the importance of daily protection. Use sunscreen, seek shade, and wear protective clothing. With the right precautions, you can enjoy the sun safely — all year long.

Dec 27, 2024
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Every week should be sun awareness and UV protection week

Altruist Sunscreen and Solar Buddies have teamed up to help us all be more sun aware this May. Starting with the basics, please wear more sunscreen and please help to protect those less able to protect themselves, especially children. Sunscreen...

Dec 27, 2024
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Recommendations for Your SkinSize | by Klira and Altruist

SPF Recommendations for Your SkinSize Klira Personalised Skincare and Altruist Sunscreen have teamed up to explain how our products work in harmony with each SkinSize. Discover your SkinSize and see which SPF is recommended by the only suncare brand founded by...

Dec 27, 2024
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How important is it to wear sunscreen?

Sunscreen is one of the things that you can’t forget during the summer days. It’s effective and protective against the sun and you can’t go out without it. Even though you think the sun is not shining during a warm...

Dec 27, 2024
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Couperose: What does it actually mean?

Couperose is a innocent skin condition caused by the weakening of the blood vessels. Most of them are visible on your cheeks and nose. But what can you do about it? And what does it actually mean? What is couperose?...

Dec 27, 2024
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Acne versus Rosacea: Understanding both and identifying the differences

Acne and rosacea are well-known terms and both are disorders of epidermal appendages (skin-associated structures that serve a particular function) such as hair follicles, sebaceous glands and sweat glands. But what is the difference when you look at rosacea vs acne?...

Dec 27, 2024
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What can sunscreen brands do to better represent darker skin tones?

Written by Dr Dami MBBCh, MSc, MRCP Dermatology Specialist Registrar Co-founder of the Skin of Colour Training Day Trainee representative of the Skin Diversity Sub Committee (SDSC) of the BAD The link between sun exposure and skin cancer in fairer...

Dec 27, 2024
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Altruist, the cream that helps African albinos and reduces the incidence of skin cancer

Altruist: The Cream That Helps African Albinos and Reduces the Incidence of Skin Cancer A dermatologist and an economist launched a range of affordable, high-quality sunscreens in 2015. Part of the proceeds go towards improving the lives of albino children....

Dec 27, 2024
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Vitamin E

If you’re looking for natural ways to enjoy healthy skin, vitamins are important to help improve skin appearance and health. These vitamins polish your skin in many ways. Vitamin E is one of those important vitamins for your skin. What...

Dec 27, 2024
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What is the difference between chemical and mineral sunscreens?

What are the different types of sunscreen? Sunscreens can be split broadly into two types: physical/ mineral sunscreens, and organic/ chemical sunscreens. Organic sunscreens work by a chemical reaction, converting ultraviolet energy into heat, which is then released from the...