Solait

Is Solait an ethical sun protection brand?

Solait, a sun cream brand owned by Superdrug Stores (which is part of Hutchison Holdings Ltd), is a low-scoring brand within The Good Shopping Guide’s Ethical Sun Protection sector and as a result, is eligible for Ethical Accreditation.

Do you want to find out how Solait compares against other popular brands within the Ethical Sun Protection sector? Have a look at the Sun Protection Ethical Ratings Table. The Good Shopping Guide’s Ratings Table can help you to find out more about the criteria that our top-rated brands have met to reach our minimum Ethical Benchmark.

The Good Shopping Guide encourages all brands to follow in the footsteps of our top-rated brands such as Solait and adopt more sustainable policies.

What does Solait receive a top rating for?

Solait has received certification from The Vegan Society and Cruelty Free International for its vegan and cruelty-free sun cream, awarding it with a top score in our Vegetarian/Vegan and Animal Welfare categories.

What does Solait receive a bottom rating for?

Unfortunately, Solait does not yet produce organic sun cream. As a result, it receives a bottom rating for our Organic category.

Additionally, Solait receives a bottom rating for Public Record Criticisms, due to the controversies that Superdrug and its parent company, CK Hutchison, have been involved in. This includes allegations of unsustainable palm oil consumption and labour rights abuses.

What can Solait do to improve its score? 

Solait’s above-benchmark score within The Good Shopping Guide’s Ethical Sun Protection sector is the outcome of an evaluation of a variety of ethical criteria.

As it has an above-benchmark score in the Ethical Sun Protection sector, we recommend that Solait get in touch and apply for Ethical Accreditation. After we received its application, The Good Shopping Guide would offer Solait some advice before awarding it with our Ethical Mark.

Were you aware that your Sun Protection brand could benefit from Ethical Accreditation? Our top-rated brands which have received our ethics and sustainability certification can proudly display our Ethical Mark, highlighting to consumers that their products are ethical and sustainable. The Good Shopping Guide’s Ratings Tables can show you which other brands within the Ethical Sun Protection sector have met our minimum Ethical Benchmark. If you would like some more information, contact us or fill out a rapid initial assessment form.