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Fight dark spots

Get your personalized formula and recommended routine essentials to help fade dark spots!

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Start fading dark spots in 3 steps

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1Tell us about your skin goals and share photos.
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2Your dermatology provider prescribes a personalized formula.
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3Start your treatment plan and get ready for real results.

Clinically-proven ingredients to help fade dark spots, mixed just for you

Tranexamic Acid

A brightening amino acid derivative that helps lighten dark spots and reduce redness.

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Real people, real results

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Results may vary. Real Curology users. Subscription required. Billed bi-monthly.
Jennifer, real Curology user

Jennifer, real Curology user

Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture

Melanie, real Curology user

Melanie, real Curology user

Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture

Jennifer, real Curology user

Jennifer, real Curology user

Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture

Melanie, real Curology user

Melanie, real Curology user

Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture

Jennifer, real Curology user

Jennifer, real Curology user

Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture

Melanie, real Curology user

Melanie, real Curology user

Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture

Jennifer, real Curology user

Jennifer, real Curology user

Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture

Melanie, real Curology user

Melanie, real Curology user

Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture

Jennifer, real Curology user

Jennifer, real Curology user

Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture

Results may vary. Real Curology users. Subscription required. Billed bi-monthly.

3 types of dark spots

Dark spots come in a variety of shapes and colors that can vary based on your skin tone. Let’s break down a few types of dark spots that we treat!

Melasma

Melasma

Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.

Sun spots

Sun spots

Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.

Post-acne dark spots

Post-acne dark spots

Post-acne dark spots or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (sometimes mistaken for acne scars) is left behind as blemishes heal. Unlike scars, PIH will fade over time on its own.

Melasma

Melasma

Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.

Sun spots

Sun spots

Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.

Post-acne dark spots

Post-acne dark spots

Post-acne dark spots or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (sometimes mistaken for acne scars) is left behind as blemishes heal. Unlike scars, PIH will fade over time on its own.

Melasma

Melasma

Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.

Sun spots

Sun spots

Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.

Melasma

Melasma

Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.

Sun spots

Sun spots

Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.

Melasma

Melasma

Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.

Dark spots explained

Your skin naturally produces a pigment called melanin, which gives it its color. Dark spots are typically places where too much pigment is present (hence the term hyperpigmentation).

Common causes of post-breakout dark spots include inflammation (like acne!), prolonging inflammation by picking at the skin (hands off!), and sun exposure (wear broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30).

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Dark spots explained

Dark spot treatment FAQs

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What’s the difference between dark spots and acne scars?

Post-acne scars often get bundled up with dark spots, but they’re a different beast. Scars change skin texture, not just color. Unlike acne scars, hyperpigmentation from acne can fade in 6 to 12 months—potentially sooner, especially if you wear sunscreen regularly!

What ingredients in my personalized formula help fade dark spots?

Your Curology personalized formula is made with a combination of hyperpigmentation-fighting ingredients, which can include azelaic acid, niacinamide, tranexamic acid, and more.

When will I see results?

With consistent use, many patients using these types of ingredients notice a difference within 6-12 weeks—but everyone’s skin is different, so this timeline might vary for you. It’s also important to remember that this is a long-term journey! We’re not just going for progress, but also prevention.

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