Sunscreen
The Impact of the Sun on Skin Ageing and the Role of Sunscreen in Protection
The sun, while essential for life, can be a double-edged sword when it comes to skin health. We all enjoy basking in the warm sunlight, but prolonged exposure to its rays can lead to premature skin ageing, sunburn, and even...
Dry-Skin-January: Why Moisturising is a Winter Essential
January is here, and while it's a time of new beginnings, it’s also a month that can take a serious toll on your skin. With cold air outside and dry indoor heating, our skin can quickly become dry, irritated, and...
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...
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?...
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...
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...
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...
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...