Skincare Blog Posts

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Latest from Curology

5 expert-approved serums to help minimize the appearance of large pores

While you can’t actually “shrink” your pores, the right ingredients can help make them less visible.

Dec 8 • 12 min read

Fact or fiction: Is dimethicone in skincare products bad for your skin?

Dermatology experts share what you really need to know about this

Dec 4 • 6 min read

Battle of the butters: Cocoa vs. shea in skincare

Dermatology providers explain which skincare ingredient might be better for your skin.

Dec 1 • 6 min read

What is mandelic acid and how is it used in skincare?

Here’s what you should know about this alpha hydroxy acid and how it might benefit your skin.

Nov 10 • 10 min read

Hyaluronic acid: Fact vs. fiction

This well-researched ingredient is the hero in many age-defying products.

Nov 7 • 8 min read

10 tips for using tretinoin in a skincare routine

Some call it the gold standard topical ingredient for acne and anti-aging skin issues—but it can take time for your skin to get used to it.

Oct 23 • 10 min read

How to help reduce sebum production: 6 effective strategies for controlling oily skin

Say “goodbye” to excess oil and acne with these scientifically backed methods.

Oct 19 • 11 min read

Got sunburn? Here’s how to help prevent peeling

Experts share tips to help you treat and recover from painful sunburn.

Oct 12 • 10 min read

5 stress-free tips for webcam blogs & Zoom face

Simple ways to get webcam-ready makeup

Oct 10 • 4 min read

The best drugstore foundation for acne-prone skin

The best affordable foundations of 2019

Oct 10 • 4 min read

Best primers under $20, dermatology expert recommended

The best drugstore makeup primer = the most bang for your buck

Oct 10 • 4 min read

The inside scoop on vampire facials

This skincare treatment isn’t as scary as it sounds.

Oct 10 • 6 min read