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Overview
Altruist. Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 – Superior sits on our skin care shelf, where the ranking comes from what buyers actually said rather than from what the box says. From the seller's own listing: Star UVA PPD 39 and SPF 50 protection: Provides broad spectrum UVA and UVB defence using photostable filters for reliable daily sun protection. Created by a British dermatologist dedicated to promoting sun safety and supporting long-term skin health through effective daily protection. That is the maker talking, not us, so read it as a claim rather than a finding. On Amazon it sits at 4.5 out of 5 across 10,701 ratings. How that compares with the rest of the shelf is below.
The typical skin care product on our shelf scores 4.6 out of 5, measured across 41 rated products. This one comes in at 4.5. That's mid-table. Star ratings won't separate this from its neighbours, so the decision comes down to pack size, price per unit and whether the specifics below suit you.
Behind that score sit 10,701 ratings, against a shelf median of 12,743. Enough reviews to trust the direction, not enough to close the question.
The shelf runs from £1.80 to £16.70 and the midpoint is about £9.37. On price, this one is in the middle third. Which is where most sensible buys end up: not the cheapest on the shelf, and not the one you pay a name for.
Worked out from the 41 skin care products we track, not from the brand's own claims.
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Key features, as the manufacturer lists them
Taken from the product listing via Amazon's product API. These are the seller's claims, not our test results.
High 5-star UVA PPD 39 and SPF 50 protection: Provides broad spectrum UVA and UVB defence using photostable filters for reliable daily sun protection.
Developed by UK dermatologist Dr Andrew Birnie: Created by a British dermatologist dedicated to promoting sun safety and supporting long-term skin health through effective daily protection.
Hypoallergenic, paraben free and non-comedogenic formula: Fragrance free and suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Designed to help minimise irritation and clogged pores.
Waterproof with lightweight finish: Fast-absorbing, non-greasy texture with no white cast. Leaves skin feeling comfortable without leaving any residue.
Great value Duo pack: Comes at 2x100 ml tubes for everyday use by individuals or families.