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Sun Care
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Sun Care as Self-Care: The Mood-Boosting Benefits
Explore how your sun care routine can become a meaningful act of self-care that boosts your mood and creates mindful moments in your day. It's about more than just skin protection.
Always Ready: Why Daily Sun Care Prepares You for Anything
Discover why making sun care part of your daily routine means you'll never be caught off guard by unexpected outdoor plans. Be prepared for whatever the day brings.
Caring for Yourself is Caring for Those Around You
Discover how prioritizing your sun care routine is actually an act of love for the people who care about you most. Learn why self-care is inherently relational.
The Peace of Mind of a Consistent Sun Care Routine
Once sun protection becomes automatic, you stop thinking about it—and that mental freedom is an underrated benefit of establishing good habits.
Can You Spray Sunscreen Directly on Your Face?
Spray sunscreens are convenient for the body, but should you use them on your face? Learn why direct facial spraying isn't recommended and why cream may be the smarter choice overall.
Sun Care for Every Activity: Errands, Sports, and Beach Days
Match your sun protection strategy to your activity level with tailored guidance for errands, light outdoor activities, sports, pool time, and beach days using the SPF plus UPF approach.
How to Protect Your Scalp from the Sun
Your scalp is vulnerable to sunburn and skin damage, yet it's often forgotten in sun protection routines. Learn about scalp sunscreens, why hats are usually the better choice, and what to look for in UPF headwear.
Water-Resistant Sunscreen: What the Ratings Actually Mean
"Water-resistant 80 minutes" sounds straightforward, but what does it actually mean? Learn how water resistance is tested, why "waterproof" doesn't exist, and when you really need to reapply.
Sun Care on a Budget: Affordable Options That Work
Effective sun protection doesn't have to break the bank. Learn where to invest, where to save, and which affordable products deliver excellent protection.
The Sun Care Glossary: SPF, PA, UVA, UVB, and More
Your comprehensive reference guide to sun care terminology, from SPF and UVA to photostability and GRASE, with clear explanations for every term.
Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin: A Dermatologist-Friendly Guide
Discover how to find sunscreen that protects without irritation, including the best ingredients to seek out and avoid for sensitive, reactive skin.
How to Read a Sunscreen Label: A Complete Guide
Learn how to decode every element on a sunscreen label, from SPF numbers to active ingredients, so you can make informed choices about your sun protection.
Habit Stacking: Building Sun Care into Your Existing Routine
Stop relying on memory for sunscreen reapplication. Habit stacking links sun protection to activities you already do, making consistent coverage automatic.
How to Apply Sunscreen on Kids Without the Drama
Getting sunscreen on a resistant child can feel like a wrestling match. Learn practical strategies for making sunscreen application easier, from product choices to psychological tricks that actually work.
How to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup
Reapplying sunscreen doesn't have to ruin your makeup. Learn the sponge and brush techniques that let you touch up sun protection without starting your face over.
The Two-Layer Sunscreen Technique for Better Coverage
Struggling to get even sunscreen coverage? The two-layer technique uses consecutive thin applications of the same sunscreen for smoother, more reliable protection without the thick, greasy feel.
Setting Up a Sun Care Routine for Kids
Build a year-round sun care routine for children using fun formats, strategic placement, and school-friendly strategies that make protection feel like a normal part of every day.
The Perfect Morning Sun Care Routine for Adults
Master your morning sun care routine with strategic product placement and habit stacking techniques that make SPF application automatic before you walk out the door.
Blue Light and Sunscreen: Do You Need Protection from Screens?
Blue light from screens has become a skincare buzzword, but does it actually damage your skin? Learn what the science says and which ingredients actually help with high-energy visible light.
Tinted Sunscreens: More Than Just Color
Learn how tinted sunscreens provide protection beyond UV rays, shielding your skin from blue light and visible light damage while offering cosmetic benefits that make daily wear easier.
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About Carylyne
About Carylyne
Hi! I’m Carylyne Chan, an experienced underdog-to-top-dog startup executive and entrepreneur.
I’m an advisor and angel investor to early-stage, lean teams focused on creating and dominating their own categories. I’m a partner at BlockSpaceForce, advising and building category-defining infrastructure and product companies in web3.
I’m also currently building two new brands: A sun care brand called Good Instincts and a tea brand named Portman Tea.
Previously, I was CEO at CoinMarketCap, which was acquired in 2020. My previous artificial intelligence startup (AngelPad S’16) was acquired in 2018.