Sources
Where these facts come from
Glowify only uses organizations that publish medically reviewed, citation-backed skin health information. Links open the original material so you can read further.
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
The largest dermatology association in the US. Plain-language guidance reviewed by board-certified dermatologists.
The Skin Cancer Foundation
A US nonprofit focused on skin cancer prevention, early detection, and education.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Part of the US National Institutes of Health. Expert-reviewed cancer information.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
US public health agency. Sun safety guidance and skin cancer basics.
Open-Meteo
The open weather API behind Glowify's UV forecast. Forecast values are modelled predictions, not measurements.
How Glowify uses these sources
- • Lessons and myth cards link to the source that supports their claims.
- • No statistics are invented, and no product brands are recommended.
- • Content is written for a general teen audience, so it simplifies. The original sources are more detailed.
- • Glowify can't diagnose anything, and it never asks for photos or health details.
If you notice something on your skin that worries you, contact a qualified healthcare professional. A school nurse or doctor can point you in the right direction.