Altruist Dermatologist Sunscreen

Altruist is a specialised skincare brand co-founded by British dermatologist Dr. Andrew Birnie and Dutch economist David Westerbeek van Eerten. The brand was established with a mission to lower the cost of high-quality sun protection and reduce the incidence of skin cancer worldwide. By operating on low margins and utilizing high-volume production, they provide dermatologist-grade formulations at accessible price points.

The products are primarily developed and manufactured in Germany to ensure high standards of quality and pharmaceutical-grade safety. The brand remains an independent entity, originally created under Altruist Sun with a strong focus on philanthropy; a portion of their revenues is donated to charities supporting children with albinism in Africa. Today, Altruist continues to be owner-managed by its original founders, maintaining its status as a boutique yet globally recognized brand in the dermaceutical space.