Ingredients Blog Posts
Our skincare ingredient deep dives explain the science behind powerful breakout-beaters like tretinoin, salicylic acid, and clindamycin.
We’re here to tell you what we know, but don’t take it as medical advice. Talk to your medical provider about your specific health concerns.
Latest from Curology
Can you treat rosacea with salicylic acid? What you need to know
Other products and lifestyle changes are more effective in treating rosacea.
Skincare for sensitive skin: everything you wanted to know
Go gentle on your skin by using the right products.
Ask Curology: tretinoin vs. retinol
What’s the difference between these retinoids?
14 multitasking skincare products to save time and money
Cut down your skincare routine with expert-approved products for minimalists.
3 of the best ways to get rid of blackheads, according to skin experts
Extraction, removal, exfoliants—the blackhead treatments that actually work.
Ask Curology: liquid chlorophyll for acne
Does liquid chlorophyll have benefits for skin? Our skin expert tells all.
Ingredient spotlight: hydroquinone
Kick dark spots to the curb with this powerhouse ingredient.
25 Skincare Myths Debunked by Dermatology Experts
You know what gets under our skin? Misinformed skincare tips, and there are a lot of them out there—especially on social media!
Ingredient spotlight: Tretinoin
Do not fear the tret purge! Here’s all you need to know about using tretinoin.
Ingredient Spotlight: Squalane
What squalane does for skin (and why it’s better than similarly spelled squalene).
JLo Beauty Review: Is it Worth it?
I reviewed the ingredients of Jennifer Lopez’s new skincare line so you don’t have to.
Probiotics, acne, and you.
Gut health and your skin, explained.