ALTRUIST. Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 – Superior

I have been using this daily for over 3 years; this is the best sunscreen.
Each purchase has been consistent, nice(white) easy to apply cream that is not noticeable at all on my skin.
Zero fragrance, high SPF50, Non-sticky, helping a charity, 5stars of me
I will be buying this product again, that’s for sure.
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I have always had very fair skin but even so, as a child and into my teens I could tan evenly. In my early 20’s, in Majorca I got what I thought was prickly heat on my upper arms and have gotten it again every summer for the past 15 years. Even just one mildly sunny day in Ireland I will get this heat rash. It is never itchy or painful but is very unsightly and takes months to disappear. There was a segment on This Morning a few years ago which suggested that this reaction wasn’t prickly heat but was an allergic reaction to UVA rays. I have spent the last few years trialling different sun protection lotions, all with 5 star UV protection but with no luck, It turns out, most on the market offer 5 star UVB protection, when what I needed was 5 star UVA protection. There was an article in the NY Times on the allergy to UVA rays, I found the article on it and promptly lost it, but between that article and the segment on This Morning, I have come to the conclusion that I do not get prickly heat, that I have an allergy to UVA rays.

I have trialled SEVERAL sun protection lotions, both pharmacy brand and high end. This Altruist protection is the first sun lotion in 15 years that has prevented a heat rash. I spent a week on the beach in Portugal in < 25 degree sun and nothing. No heat rash and no burn. I cannot recommend this enough. I bought a 30 factor cream and a 50 factor spray. I use them both. I prefer the spray just for ease of use. I wouldn't recommend either for your face if you are in any way sensitive. My eyes stream when I use it on my face. This is the first sun protection I have found that protects me from sunburn & from that awful rash. The synopsis on here tells us that the developers have created this with a view to prevent skin cancer and to benefit children with albinism, I thank them and wish them the very best in their future. If you are looking for a brilliant sun protection for you and your family, please buy this, it is unrivalled in my opinion. (And I've tried a lot).

I was really impressed with this suncream. I don’t usually go off brand but having seen this product was developed by clinical/medical professional staff who are less likely want to make money and rather han make a product for people, I jumped the chance to purchase.

This is also created and makes a charitable donation I felt like it was decent and morally to purchase the cream. The cream as stated is a lovely consistency, don’t smell, thick and feels nice once applied. I drive a lot and feel protected in the sun once I apply the cream. The two 100ml bottles of great size and there they last a long time.
Will buy again when I run out.

Great SPF for face. Works well under makeup. I will definitely buy again. This is now my go to brand for SPF. Have also bought the body cream now and it’s just as good. I am very fair with sensitive skin and haven’t burnt or really caught the sun at all since using this brand.

I was recommended Altruist by a friend last year, after asking if anyone could recommend a good high factor sunscreen that wasn’t sticky and I could use like a body lotion. I looked it up and was impressed by its credentials and that it donated money to children with albinism in Africa, but what also impressed me was the low price point for such a high quality SPF. We’ve now been using it for a year and I wouldn’t buy another brand – I honestly do not see why you would when this is SO good and ticks all the necessary boxes. It is fragrance free which I actually prefer now I’m in my 40s (doesn’t attract any insects!) but understand some people might like their SPF to smell of ‘holidays’.
I’ve even started using their face wash and other products as I’ve been so impressed with the SPF and would recommend those too.
Formulated by dermatologists and at such a great price point it really is a no brainer. It’s not at all sticky, it’s just like a body lotion.
My dad has just been given the all clear after being diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of skin cancer. He now uses Altruist every day without fail.
Don’t hesitate to buy this, you really have nothing to lose, it’s a fantastic product.

I’m not one to review items unless I’m pretty sure I’ve tried and tested it. I first bought Altruist from Amazon a few months ago as I was searching for a sunscreen that didn’t inflame my eczema ( I’m a life long sufferer). My first impression was good, most notably that it didn’t irritate my skin or my eyes. So I repurchased it, but hadn’t tested its effectiveness in strong sunlight. I’ve just returned from a week in Greece and this product is fantastic! No skin irritation, no stinging eyes and no sunburn! Result! I felt confident in the sunshine and I cannot stress how pleasing that is. Eczema sufferers will know that what works for one may not work for all, but I suggest you give this a try. The fact that it’s so reasonable priced means you’ve got nothing to lose.

I have been using this sunscreen for over a year now having previously read a review, and I must say, I think it’s fantastic! I like the fact that it isn’t sticky or greasy and find having sunscreen in a tube makes for an easy application. The tube is the perfect size to carry with you all the time, fitting easily into a handbag. It gives me great confidence knowing that it has been developed by Consultant Dermatologist and Skin Cancer Surgeon Dr. Andrew Burnie, who I assume to be very knowledgeable in the field of sun protection; I also like the fact that Altruist supports children’s charities that help children with albinism in Tanzania and the rest of Africa where most die from skin cancer by early adulthood. All round, a jolly good find!