Acne Blog Posts
7 reasons to try Curology, according to real patients
Reviews from real Curology users show why it works.
Before and after Curology: 6 months
3 acne patients get real about their Curology results.
Types of acne: blackheads, whiteheads, and beyond
Our guide to acne vulgaris.
8 back to school skincare tips
Bite back-to-school breakouts in the butt with these tips to help stop stress acne.
Ask Curology: mineral vs. chemical sunscreen
Chemica, physical, or mineral? Sunscreen ingredients, explained.
3 of the best ways to get rid of blackheads, according to skin experts
Extraction, removal, exfoliants—the blackhead treatments that actually work
Is the sun actually good for body acne?
The relationship between acne and sunshine, explained.
Ask Curology: Is blue light good or bad for skin?
Can too much screen time cause skin damage? This is what we know.
Skin refresh: How to transition your skin into spring
Skincare routine tips for dry, oily, and combination skin in late winter and early spring
Ask Curology: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Deep-set or brand new, here’s what to do for fading dark marks.
8 Instagrammers who celebrate natural beauty
The body positive, acne positive influencers to follow in 2021
Probiotics, acne, and you.
Gut health and your skin, explained.
Ask Curology: My breakouts stopped. What’s next?
What to keep doing for your skin once your acne clears up.
Does biotin cause breakouts?
Why your acne might not benefit from this B vitamin.
The truth about reappearing blackheads
Those small black dots on your nose might not be acne after all.
Ask Curology: Is it folliculitis?
What causes these tiny bumps, and how can you treat them?
Ask Curology: Is isotretinoin safe to use?
What you should know about this acne medication, including the potential side effects.
Hydrating face masks under $30
The best way to keep dry winter skin off your face (without breaking the bank)
Which Curology products are right for you?
It’s never been easier to build your own custom skincare subscription routine.
No-breakout makeup: Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation
We reviewed the ingredients of Selena Gomez’s foundation so you don’t have to
Ingredient spotlight: Glycerin
Does this hydrator live up to the hype? Here’s what we know.
Double cleansing by skin type
Cleansing oils for oily, sensitive, and dry skin
Is royal jelly good for skin?
The benefits of this ingredient are the bee’s knees.
Ask Curology: How to get rid of butt acne
Is a butt bump a pimple? The answer, according to science.
Are natural ingredients the best?
The truth about natural skincare products.
Pomade acne? Here’s what to do.
A quick guide to non-comedogenic hair products.
The #60SecondRule: do’s and don’ts
When washing your face for a full minute is doing too much
LED light therapy: fact vs. fiction
The real skin benefits of red and blue light therapy
How to use rosehip oil in skincare
Does this facial oil help acne? Here are the facts.
No-breakout makeup: setting powders
10 talc-free setting powders that won’t clog pores
The real skin benefits of turmeric
Is this ingredient a cure for acne? Here’s what we know.
10 things to do while wearing a spot patch
Nothing can stop you — not even a sudden spot.
Ask Curology: Can a spot patch get rid of pimples overnight?
The science of hydrocolloid bandages, explained.
Acne Face Mapping: What Your Skin is Trying to Tell You
Find out the meaning behind pimples on your chin, cheeks, jawline and neck
Meet Curology’s emergency spot patch
Get to know our dermatologist-designed hydrocolloid bandages — your new favorite backup plan.
5 common face washing mistakes
Is your soap a big nope? Here’s how to tell.
6 tips for acne-prone athletes
Breakouts after workouts? Don’t sweat it.
Ask Curology: What’s the difference between body and face acne?
How to treat acne, from head to toe
Meet Curology’s new acne body wash
Our salicylic acid body wash for acne is coming to a shower near you.
The best setting sprays under $15
Drugstore makeup that won’t break you out
Skincare at home: chemical peels
Get your glycolic acid on without getting off the couch
The best body lotions
The top 9 full-body moisturizers for dry skin
The best mineral sunscreens
The top 10 sunblocks with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
The best moisturizers for oily skin
Mattifying facial lotions to help control oil
Summer skincare refresh
Plus, essential products to update your routine for heat and humidity
The best face wash for men
Acne-safe facial cleansers for all skin types
Micellar water 101
What it does and how to use it
The best vitamin C serums
Acne-prone? These 8 face serums won’t break you out.
Ask Curology: what causes oily skin
Tips for oily skin from a Curology medical provider.
Non-comedogenic oils: facts vs. fiction
Which facial oils are good for acne-prone skin?
DIY face masks to do at home
Make your own skincare with stuff in your pantry
Does makeup cause acne?
What to do about makeup breakouts.
No-breakout makeup: liquid blush
The best liquid blush for nailing a no makeup look
Ask Curology: Does popping a pimple spread infection?
What really happens when a pimple gets popped.
How to get the most mileage out of your skincare routine
When (and why) you can use the same skincare ingredients for different skin woes
Ask Curology: How to prevent and treat whiteheads
Spoiler alert: don’t pop!
What to expect with tranexamic acid
Is this ingredient right for your hyperpigmentation cream?
No-breakout makeup: liquid highlighter
The best liquid highlighter drops from the drugstore to Sephora
Ask Curology: How to get rid of chest acne
The causes of chest acne and treatment options
Acne around your mouth? Here’s what to do.
How to treat the pimples on and around your lips.
How to get rid of the bumps on your arms
What to do if you have keratosis pilaris, a.k.a. chicken skin
Fungal acne: facts vs. fiction
This itchy situation isn’t fun, guys — it might be fungi
The 7 best face masks of luxury skincare
Whether you prefer sheet, charcoal, or mud — these high-end facial masks won’t break you out.
Ask Curology: How do I get rid of hormonal acne?
The causes of acne on your jawline, neck, and chin
Is this ingredient the best blackhead remover?
What causes blackheads and how to get rid of them
Hyaluronic acid: facts vs. fiction
Plus the best hyaluronic acid serums and creams
Acne on cheeks and what to do about it
5 tips to get rid of cheek acne
How to shrink a cystic pimple
Remedies to help get rid of cystic zits underneath your skin
5 DIY skincare trends: facts vs. fiction
Celery juice for acne and other wellness trends, myth-busted
10 face serums under $30
The best face serums for hyperpigmentation, acne, oily skin, and more
Minimalist skincare: the truth
The essential steps of face care routines and how to order them
Skin purging vs. breaking out
New year, same skin goals? Read this.
The Whole30 diet for clear skin
Can avoiding “bad” foods really help acne?
Ask Curology: Is my cold breaking me out?
The real reason you get acne flares when you’re sick.
The elimination diet for acne
How to avoid food that causes pimples
The best no-breakout foundations of 2019
The top-rated foundations, reviewed for your skin type
No-breakout makeup: drugstore foundation
The best affordable foundations of 2019
5 ways to reduce a pimple overnight
Trying to get rid of pimples fast? Read this first.
What makes skincare gender neutral?
When hormonal acne is about more than male vs. female
What’s the deal with Curology?
Does Curology work? Our skincare science, explained.
How to choose a simple moisturizer
Figuring out the best face moisturizer for you
5 tips on breaking a sweat, pimple-free
How to get that no-breakout workout
Oil cleansing for acne-prone skin
Take your skin on a hydration vacation
Back to Skin Season
Our recommended reading for your #SkincareJourney
Face wash for oily, acne-prone skin
How to find the best acne cleanser for your skin type
No-breakout makeup removers
How to remove makeup for sensitive, acne-prone skin
Face wash for dry, acne-prone skin
How to find the best acne cleanser for your skin type
Forehead acne: what’s up with that?
The causes of pimples on the forehead
No-breakout makeup tutorial
How to cover up acne without making it worse
No-breakout makeup: face primers
A review of the best makeup primers for sensitive skin, all skin types included
Stress acne: the college years
How to manage back to school acne with self-care
Ask Curology: is my acne face wash making me break out?
Some anti-acne products may make it worse, but don’t worry: it gets better.
The science behind our skincare quiz: why it works
It’s all about the right questions, and we’ve got answers
The best summer skincare is always simple
Whatever your skin woes, it’s no sweat with Curology
Best moisturizers for acne-prone skin
Finding a good moisturizer for acne beyond “non-comedogenic”
Ask Curology: I popped a pimple! Now what?!
How to heal a popped pimple and help prevent acne scars
Does milk cause acne?
Going dairy-free for clear skin
What does the #curologyjourney mean?
It’s more than just a hashtag — it’s your portal to a community of supportive (sk)individuals
Ask Curology: why is my skin getting worse???
Purging: when your skin gets worse before it gets better
How to get rid of body acne
Bacne aka back acne, pimples on chest, and more
Hormonal acne and your period
Why period acne happens, and how to get rid of it.
This skincare box is better than a box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day
The simple way to show your skin some love ❤️
Curology is for you — really
What makes our custom skincare uniquely effective
Acne positivity: reduce stress and breakouts at the same time
Changing your perspective on “bad” skin changes everything
Sugar and acne: how diet affects your skin
The bittersweet truth about sugar, plus diet tips for healthy skin
Skincare don’t: popping pimples
Why not to pop, and how to get rid of pimples instead
Skincare routine detox: 6 products to stop using in 2019
How to simplify your routine and refresh your skin in the new year
How to get rid of acne, and how to prevent it
5 simple skincare tips from the acne treatment experts
Does stress cause acne?
How stress affects your skin, and how we can help
How simplifying your skincare routine can benefit your skin
Simplicity can save time — and your skin
Giving thanks to the Curology community
A Thanksgiving note from Curology founder Dr. David Lortscher
What causes acne?
Learn what makes those pesky pimples grow so you can nip them in the bud.
How to know if any makeup or skincare products might cause acne breakouts
The quick, easy way to avoid pore-clogging products
Routine refresh: the cleanser by Curology
Everything you need to know about your new skincare routine
Curology Reviews: AHAs vs. BHAs — Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and more
Everything you need to know about AHAs and BHAs in your skincare routine
The Curology set: a cleanser and moisturizer to go with your superbottle
A full routine for your skin’s needs — and nothing extra
What makes Curology skincare revolutionary
How customization and convenience can change your skin
Why Curology exists — and what’s next
Get to know Curology founder Dr. David Lortscher, dermatologist-turned-entrepreneur
5 Myths About Acne, Debunked
Our skincare survey reveals some common misconceptions
Skincare for men: what to do about beard acne, razor bumps, ingrown hairs
The guy’s guide to beard-related acne
Acne, Depression, and Body Dysmorphia
Real talk in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
Hallie Bing Explains It All
A first-hand account of one woman’s skin transformation with Curology
Skincare Myth: “The Burn Means It’s Working!”
If you feel the burn, you’re doing it wrong.
How To Treat Post-Acne Spots
Post-acne spots and scars, and how to treat them
Post-acne scars needling you? Try this.
How to smooth skin texture after you’ve Cur(ology)ed your acne
Your Ultimate Guide to Physical Exfoliation
Especially in a cold, dry winter, exfoliation — removing old, dead cells from the surface of your skin — can be a great way to maintain healthy, clear skin.
Why Curology Works on Tough Zits
(Especially when drugstore products fail)
The Guide to Oily Skin
Today’s topic: oily skin.
What Causes Acne: Food Edition
Foods that cause acne
The Guide to Big Zits
A hard look at big fat zits.
Welcome to the modern age of skincare
By Dr. David Lortscher | Dermatologist, surfer, co-founder/CEO of Curology
Real Talk: Does Curology Work?
The truth in cold, hard numbers