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What makes Curology skincare revolutionary

How customization and convenience can change your skin

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by Curology Team
Updated on Jul 6, 2023 • 5 min read
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by Curology Team
Updated on Jul 6, 2023 • 5 min read
We’re here to share what we know — but don’t take it as medical advice. Talk to your medical provider if you have questions.

We all want to feel confident in our skin, and the right skincare can make all the difference. But you may have noticed that finding skincare products that work isn’t exactly easy, or cheap — and there’s no guarantee that what works for someone else will work for you. Why is that?

Imagine your skin is a garden: a mini ecosystem with millions of tiny organisms and its own natural processes. Rain, honey bees, earthworms, and sunshine are all a part of maintaining its natural, healthy balance. But when this delicate balance gets thrown off, it can take special care (and patience) to set things right again. It might even take a green thumb (or, in your skin’s case, a dermatologist) to figure out what’s out of whack.

Likewise, your skin has its unique quirks, and it takes expertise to know how to treat it right. That’s why trial-and-error-ing different skincare products rarely works — and, in fact, can make matters worse. But it’s not easy (or cheap) to see a dermatologist in the U.S. to get the skincare that’s just right for you — which is where Curology comes in. Curology was founded by dermatologists to provide personalized, expert care that restores harmony to your skin’s mini ecosystem.

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“Over-the-counter treatments get rid of around 35% of acne lesions, according to a Consumer Reports study, but prescription treatments can often be twice as effective,” says Dr. David Lortscher, who created Curology to make high-quality skincare available to as many people as possible. The active ingredients in your custom Curology cream not only effectively treat acne, but also have anti-aging benefits, too. Getting those active ingredients otherwise can be quite the hassle—and much more expensive!

That’s why we’re committed to making the making access to custom skincare by real experts both convenient and affordable. Here’s how.

Convenience

Our online platform for consultations is the first and only of its kind, and your custom skincare treatment is delivered directly to your door.

Affordability

We cut through the pharmaceutical middle-men to provide essential ingredients that you can’t get over-the-counter, starting at $29.95 a month. Plus, your first consultation with one of our dermatology providers is free.

Customization

Each Curology superbottle contains a custom mix made just for your skin. With our complete set, we provide everything you need to restore and maintain your skin’s balance in one simple routine: our gentle, hydrating cleanser and a moisturizer with your choice of texture: rich for a creamy consistency or gel for a cloud-like texture.

If you need to call in back-up, you can also get an emergency spot patch to help shrink pimples. And with our acne body wash, we’ve got your breakouts covered, from head to toe!

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Don’t just take it from us — take it from members of the Curology community.

“I was already spending more [on skincare] than what [Curology] costs each month, and this has allowed me to heavily simplify my skincare routine and save a lot of money. I love having my own personal [dermatology provider] who will answer any question I have. They check up on you often and always want to make sure the formulation is working.” — Derrick F.

“I’ve been so frustrated with going to a dermatologist office in the past, where you have to pay just for a doctor to not really listen to your issues and just prescribe you a bunch of expensive stuff to see if it works. With Curology, I feel like it’s a much more individual approach which is geared toward actually getting to the bottom of what will work for me. It’s a lot less expensive, and in my opinion more effective than going to a dermatologist!” — Emily S.

“This is a life changer! I’ve had horrible acne my whole life, and my most recent flare up seemed like it would never go away. After hundreds of dollars were spent on products that did not work, I tried Curology out of desperation — and I’m so glad I did. My face looks so much better, and I’ve eliminated so much time from my morning and night routines. It’s affordable, it’s convenient, and it works!” — Jennifer B.

“Since high school, I’ve always been embarrassed of my skin… I have spent so much money and time on products and remedies that are supposed to help. One of the things that convinced me to try Curology was the great price and the fact that your medicine is based on YOU! It feels so personal that you have someone to talk to and ask questions. Curology has changed my life and my self-confidence!” — Reagan B.

Skincare with substance

Your custom Curology superbottle comes with 2 new sidekicks to complete your skincare routine: the cleanser and a moisturizer of your choice, in one essential set. The cleanser and moisturizers were designed in-house by our team of dermatologists to gently cleanse and lightly hydrate your skin with safe, non-clogging, non-irritating ingredients — nothing extra.

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To get the Curology set, choose the 2-month supply subscription when you sign up, or upgrade your current subscription when you login to your dashboard (curology.com/dashboard). For more info on the set, click here.

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