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Sunscreen

Welcome to our blog section. Here you’ll find reliable, dermatologist‑led information about sunscreen, UV protection, and skin health.

Our goal is simple: to make sun protection understandable and accessible for everyone.

Every week should be sun awareness and UV protection week

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...

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Recommendations for Your SkinSize | by Klira and Altruist

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...

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Ways to incorporate Altruist Skincare and Sunscreen formulas into your daily skin routine

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...

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Primer with SPF50

Primer with SPF50

When we launched an SPF50 Primer, many people were fascinated by the new formula and the role that a primer can play in everyday UV protection and as a smoothing base for make-up lovers.  Hopefully this blog will answer a...

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The best type of sunscreen 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....

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Happy child with sunscreen applied

Kids sunscreen and children in the sun: how to provide SPF for kids, while making it fun!

Childhood is precious; a time to have fun, play, learn and be adventurous. It’s a chance to freely explore and tackle the great outdoors and all the wonderful challenges that come with playing outside. We understand that outdoor play is...

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Understanding protection for Sun Awareness Week and Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Understanding protection for Sun Awareness Week and Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Taking a stroll, driving in your car or swimming on holiday. Sun exposure can rarely be avoided sometimes. We know that UVA and UVB can be dangerous and may be linked with health complications. We also know that excessive exposure...

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