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Dear Brightly

AcquiredYC W18

San Francisco, US · Founded 2018 · 3 employees · 7 known investors

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Dear Brightly provides dermatologist-backed retinoid skincare products available over-the-counter to prescription strength, with education and coaching support to help customers build personalized routines. The company serves consumers seeking accessible skincare solutions focused on skin health and aging gracefully.

Also known as DearBrightly, Inc. · DearBrightly · DermaLoop · DermaLoop, DearBrightly

Digital HealthDirect to ConsumerHealthtechWellness & FitnessTelehealthUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W18)

Dear Brightly was founded in 2018 by Amy Chiu and Alda Luong.

ACAmy Chiu
Amy ChiuCEO & Founder
ALAlda Luong
Alda LuongCo-founder · Software Engineer

Investors · 7

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Altaclub VCreported$200K

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AltaIR CapitalreportedHerzliya

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BBG VenturesreportedNew York · $350K – $1.5M

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Third Kind Venture CapitalreportedNew York · $50K – $5M

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Twenty Two VenturesreportedPalo Alto · $50K – $250K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Dear Brightly do?
Dear Brightly provides dermatologist-backed retinoid skincare products available over-the-counter to prescription strength, with education and coaching support to help customers build personalized routines. The company serves consumers seeking accessible skincare solutions focused on skin health and aging gracefully.
Who founded Dear Brightly?
Dear Brightly was founded by Amy Chiu, Alda Luong in 2018.
Who are Dear Brightly's investors?
Dear Brightly's investors include NextView Ventures, Y Combinator, Altaclub VC, AltaIR Capital, BBG Ventures, Third Kind Venture Capital, Twenty Two Ventures.
Where is Dear Brightly headquartered?
Dear Brightly is headquartered in San Francisco, US.