Skincare Guides
Acne-friendly makeup
How to separate the good from the bad
10 reasons your teen has acne, according to skin experts.
Plus some of the best teen acne treatments that actually work.
Sun protection for melanin-rich skin
Yes, even dark skin tones need sunscreen—here’s why
How to take before-and-after pictures like a pro
Learn how to take Curology-approved selfies that’ll wow people with your results
Pregnancy and skincare
Baby-safe skincare during pregnancy & breastfeeding
Which moisturizer is best for you?
Choosing the right moisturizer for your skin
Photos That Will Convince You to Wear Sunscreen Every Day
See what sun damage can really look like
Your first weeks on Curology
What to expect as your skin adjusts to your custom mix—and how to deal
Tip of the month: Try hyaluronic acid in your skincare routine
Hyaluronic acid: your best friend for dewy skin
Guide to vitamin C for skin
How your face might benefit from vitamin C’s antioxidant effects
Adjusting to tretinoin
Managing early side effects of tretinoin so you can get your glow
Facial hair and skincare
Do’s and don’ts for ingrown hairs, beard acne, waxing, and more.
Facial oils
Oils that don’t tend to clog pores or cause breakouts
Melasma 101
What causes melasma and how to treat it
How to exfoliate your skin
Salt, sand, sponges, and more
How to deal with clogged pores
Everything you need to know to prevent and treat clogged pores
Pores and pore size
Debunking myths about pores, pore size, shrinking pores, and more
Cleansers for “normal” skin
The best face wash for balanced, healthy skin
Fine lines and wrinkles
Wrinkles vs. fine lines and the science of aging skin
Foods that can trigger breakouts
The truth about dairy, fat, soy, and more
Multi-tasking anti-aging ingredients
Anti-aging skincare hacks
Unclog your pores with azelaic acid
This pore-unclogging powerhouse busts blackheads, acne, and inflammation
How to deal with body acne
Products and routines to get “bacne” off your back
Beat breakouts with clindamycin
This antibiotic fire hose puts out fiery breakouts
How to treat cystic acne
Everything you should and shouldn’t do
How to deal with hormonal acne
Learn about—and limit!—those breakout cycles
How to deal with hyperpigmentation
Treating post-acne spots and scars
Soothe inflammation with metronidazole
Helps soothe skin conditions like POD and acne rosacea
Block hyperpigmentation with tranexamic acid
Tranexamic acid helps block hyperpigmentation and reduce inflammation
What is acne anyway?
The causes of acne explained
How to get rid of a pimple
How NOT to pop that juicy pimple
Cell turnover and collagen production
We’ve got anti-aging skincare down to a science
Chemical exfoliation 101
Acid, peels – no scrubs
Am I purging?
When acne gets worse before it gets better
Foundation makeup for acne-prone skin
The complete guide to choosing the right foundation for your skin
Foundation makeup for aging skin
Looking for the perfect foundation for your skin? We’ve got you covered
Cleansers for all skin types
The complete guide to cleansers for every skin type
Cleansers for oily skin
The complete guide to cleansers for oily skin
Eye care 101
Beauty is in the under-eye of the beholder
Moisturizers for dry skin
The ultimate guide to face moisturizers for dry skin
Moisturizers for acne-prone skin
The complete guide to moisturizers that don’t clog pores
Moisturizers for combination skin
The best face moisturizers for combination skin that won’t clog pores
Moisturizers for sensitive skin
The best face moisturizers for sensitive skin
Curology products and routine
How to check your products and establish your routine
Determining your skin type: dry skin
What to avoid, and what's good for you
Skincare for wedding prep
Six months to “I do” — everything you need to know
Get glowing with tretinoin
Pore-unclogger. Protein powerhouse. Purveyor of the mythical "glow."
Fight acne-causing fungus and bacteria with zinc pyrithione
When unwanted guests crash the party on your skin, ZP restores peace
Skincare through the decades
Our guide to skincare on a timeline
Face sunscreen for normal skin
The best face sunscreens for normal skin
Face sunscreen for oily skin
The best sunscreens for oily skin
Face sunscreen for acne-prone skin
The best face sunscreens that won’t clog pores
Face sunscreen for combination skin
The best sunscreens for combination skin
Face sunscreen for dry skin
Moisturizers with SPF, tinted sunscreen for dry skin, and more
Repair skin damage with niacinamide
Rebuilding aging skin (and defending against dark spots, too!)
Concealers for all skin types
Got something to hide? This is the ultimate concealer guide
Cleansers for acne-prone skin
How to choose cleansers for acne-prone skin
Face sunscreen for sensitive skin
Face sunscreens formulated not to irritate sensitive skin
What to do if you’re still breaking out
Troubleshooting your skincare routine
Changing your Curology formula
Not sure your first formula is “the one”?
Acne scar treatments and realistic expectations
Can you “fade” acne scars?
Skincare tips for traveling
How to prevent acne breakouts while traveling
Concealers for aging skin
The best concealers for skin with fine lines or wrinkles
Concealers for acne-prone skin
Concealer should cover up acne, not make it worse!
Athletics and acne
Breakouts after workouts? Don’t sweat it.
Determining your skin type: oily skin
Skincare secrets for oily skin
Which face cleanser is right for you?
Choosing the right cleanser for your skin
Acne scars and how to prevent them
How to prevent acne scars of every type
skin 101Birth control and acne
Find out how birth control affects acne