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Curology skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Curology is an American skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by Curology, Inc..

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Curology is widely loved for its bespoke formulas featuring custom serums, nourishing moisturizers, and balancing cleansers. Its products suit balanced, oily, dry, and combination skin types best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Liquid Pore Exfoliant for acne-prone skin, the Gel Moisturizer for skin with dark spots, and the Gentle Cleanser for mature skin.

This page covers some of the most popular Curology products; for the whole Curology range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

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People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 23.2k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Curology for effective acne improvement, gentle and non-irritating formulas, and lightweight hydration. The most common complaints are initial skin irritation or purging and issues with packaging.

Highlights

  • Skin texture improving serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “Improved some of the texture — Liquid Pore Exfoliant”
    • “Skin has gotten smoother — Formula”
    • “smooths rough patches — Dark Spot Serum”
  • Lightweight moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “Absorbs instantly — Gel Moisturizer”
    • “absorbs quickly — Cream Moisturizer”
  • Softening moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin soft — Gel Moisturizer”
    • “makes skin feel super soft — Cream Moisturizer”
  • Gentle on skin serums Often Mentioned
    • “non-irritating — Dark Spot Serum”
    • “Tolerated well — Liquid Pore Exfoliant”
  • Packaging issues Often Mentioned
    • “Pump stops working — Gel Moisturizer”
    • “hard to get product out — Cream Moisturizer”
    • “Pump stops coming out — Formula”
  • Insufficient hydration Sometimes Noted
    • “Not moisturizing enough for dry skin — Gel Moisturizer”
    • “didn't have deep moisturizing impact — Cream Moisturizer”
  • Small quantity Sometimes Noted
    • “bottle is on the smaller side — Cream Moisturizer”
    • “Bottle runs out quickly — Gel Moisturizer”

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Questions and answers

Is Curology worth it?

Lovi rates Curology-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, outperforming CeraVe routines for those skin types. Reviewers commonly mention that the serums improve skin texture and feel gentle, while the moisturizers are lightweight and softening. However, reviewers sometimes note packaging issues, insufficient hydration, and small quantities.

What are Curology's best products?

Curology's best products are the Cream Moisturizer, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin, and the Gentle Cleanser and Gel Moisturizer, which rate High for dry and sensitive skin. Reviewers also frequently mention the brand's lightweight, softening moisturizers.

Which Curology moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Cream Moisturizer is the best Curology moisturizer for dry skin with a Superior fit, followed by Gel Moisturizer with a High fit.

Does Curology cause breakouts?

Curology is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand offers targeted serums and lightweight moisturizers that help keep skin clear. Lovi rates Curology-focused routines Superior for acne-prone skin.

Is Curology fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from the Curology products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in Curology products?

Curology products feature key active ingredients such as niacinamide, tretinoin, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and aloe barbadensis leaf juice, which help improve skin quality and texture. The Curology products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

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How do I build a Curology skincare routine?

To build a Curology routine, start with the Gentle Cleanser, follow with a serum like the Dark Spot Serum or Liquid Pore Exfoliant, and finish with the Gel Moisturizer or Cream Moisturizer. Lovi rates Curology-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

What are good alternatives to Curology?

Good alternatives to Curology with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar brands offer alternative skincare options.

Curology vs CeraVe: which is better?

Curology rates Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, while CeraVe rates High for those skin types.

Who owns Curology, and where is it from?

Curology is an American brand founded in 2014, owned by Curology, Inc..

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Is Curology cruelty-free?

Yes: Leaping Bunny lists Curology as cruelty-free.

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Which Curology cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Gentle Cleanser is the best option among the cleansers on this page for oily skin. Lovi rates the Gentle Cleanser Average for oily skin.

Research behind Curology's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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