Dermatologist-Developed Sunscreen for Every Skin Type
Dr. Andrew Birnie
"It is our mission to reduce the incidence of skin cancer through the increased use of quality sunscreen together with better education and awareness."
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Why choose Altruist sunscreen?
Altruist was founded by consultant dermatologist and skin cancer specialist Dr. Andrew Birnie, with a clear mission: to make high-quality sun protection accessible to everyone. Every product offers broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, with a 5-star UVA rating, indicating the highest available in Europe.
Broad-spectrum protection (UVA+UVB)
Our sunscreens contain broad-spectrum UVA & UVB protection, with 5 Star rating, exceeding EU standards.
Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin
All Altruist sunscreens are hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, and free of microplastics.
Sunscreen with a purpose
For every Altruist product sold, 10p worth of sunscreen is donated to children with albinism in Africa, where access to sun protection can be lifesaving. Better skin health, for everyone.
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Discover our bestselling Hybrids
Rosacea-prone or blemish-prone skin? Meet our green-tinted Anti-Redness SPF50 formulas.
Visibly reduces redness and helps calm sensitive skin.
Formulated for skin prone to redness, sensitivity or uneven skin tone.
Let customers speak for us
Really light in application. Very economical to use.
Applies really easily and is non greasy. Economical to use.
It's worked very well in the 30 + degrees in Rhodes.
This is an excellent cream. Non greasy easily absorbed and highly recommend for foot care as well as rest of the body.
Excellent product, easy to use, light on the skin.
Altruist is perfect for my immunosuppressed condition which means I am susceptible to the sun. It was recommended by my IBD team.
This is the best suncream I have ever used! It is not greasy and it’s so quick to apply but the best part it the protection. I used it in extreme heat and did not have to worry about being burnt. Highly recommend.
I've been very pleased with this, both its immediate effect and the way that the skin still feels softer the next day. Will keep using it.
I use the SPF 50 during the summer along with the altruist facial moisturiser which work extremely well together, have purchased the 30SPF for the winter
Repeat purchase of this moisturiser. It absorbs into the skin lovely not greasy and a little goes a long way also very portable being in a tube.
Brillant suncream
Super affordable, non greasy.
As someone that suffers with prickly heat from time to time this suncream was brillant and I didn’t burn whilst using. Highly recommend
Brilliant protection for face,with a coloured tint.
Fab,suntan lotion,not sticky and fabulous ptotection
This cream is fantastic. It’s creamy and absorbs well but you can feel it moisturising your skin for over 24 hours. I’m so happy I found this amazing product for my dry skin. I almost don’t want to give a good review in case it’s sold out next time I want to order some!!!
