Sunscreen
Hello Summer-Lovers! Summer has arrived! Who’s ready for long sunny days, beach trips and outdoor play? Memories are made while the sun shines and it’s great to feel excited about alfresco fun and pool dips – but it’s also vital...
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...
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...
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...
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?...
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?...
Ways to incorporate Altruist Skincare and Sunscreen formulas into your daily skin routine
We know that starting or maintaining a good daily skin routine can be confusing, overwhelming, time-consuming or even seem complicated. If you have an existing skin condition or challenges, it’s even harder. There is almost too much information about the...
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. ...
The best type of sunscreen for your skin
Dewy, dry, oily, combination, acne prone, sensitive…there’s a whole spectrum of skin-types out there. Some of us are pretty clueless about our type, while others are well aware. But when it comes to wearing sunscreen, knowing your skin-type is essential....
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...