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Curology Skincare Box Review + Coupon- January 2017

Nancy Su
ByNancy SuFeb 28, 2017 | 18 comments

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Curology is a unique prescription skincare subscription service that pairs you with a licensed dermatologist and sends you prescription medication every three months.

The licensed healthcare providers are based in San Diego, and the list of states Curology is licensed in is here. Curology medication targets acne. Not only do you receive prescription medication tailored to your skincare needs, but you also get one-on-one access to your medical provider. Prescription bottles are defaulted to ship every 90 days (three months). However, if you run out early or need it sooner, you simply request an earlier next shipment in your account.

Note: Curology used to market themselves as anti-aging medication as well, but that has since stopped.

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Upon signing up for Curology you'll be asked to fill out a questionnaire about your skin and skincare needs. Next, upload photos of your bare face so your provider can assess the skin and determine the appropriate medications.

Curology uses multiple active ingredients, but each person gets a combination of three. This combo is determined by your provider. The formulation can be changed at your and your provider's discretion.

I've had Curology for almost a year, so it's time to check in on my progress.

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The Subscription Box: Curology

The Cost: $19.95 per month + free shipping (prescription medication ships once every three months but you can request to receive it earlier at no additional cost)

ACTIVE DEAL: Get your first box free! No coupon needed - just use this link.

The Products: Acne or Anti-aging prescription medication cream sent every three months + access to your dermatologist at all times

Ships to: Curology providers are licensed in the following U.S. states listed here.

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Each shipment comes with a little fold-out card containing some useful instructions.

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The prescription medication arrives in the mail once every three months. Like I stated above, you can always request to receive it earlier at no additional cost.

The bottle lists your name, your provider's name, three active ingredients, and the expiration date on the back. Active ingredients and percentages differ for each person. Since my medication is targeted at reducing acne and hyperpigmentation, my bottle contains 4% azelaic acid, 1% clindamycin, and 4% niacinamide. More information on the ingredients can be found here.

I have been using the same active ingredients for the whole time that I've been with Curology. I haven't felt the need to change anything. However, you can tweak the active ingredients for the next bottle by discussing it with your provider.

Verdict: Curology is not a cure-all but it's a wonderful catalyst to better skin. Recently, my face has been on a rampage with constant breakouts on my cheeks and chin. It's hard to pinpoint the cause, but I think it's a combination of traveling and stress. It could also be a skincare product that's causing a reaction, and if so, it won't be easy to isolate the culprit.

What I'm trying to say is that Curology can't resolve all my acne issues. What it succeeds in doing, however, is lowering my chances of getting pimples and whiteheads. I used to have perpetual whiteheads on my forehead before Curology, but they're nonexistent now. Angry cystic acne used to be commonplace too, but no longer. They only appear once every several months or due to factors that can't be controlled for.

While I may ask my provider to try other active ingredients in the future, I will not be giving up Curology anytime soon. The confidence I get from (mostly) acne-free skin is priceless.

If you are interested in signing up, check here to make sure Curology is available in your state.

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Nancy Su
Nancy Su
Nancy began her subscription box adventure in 2014 and never looked back. She loves Asian beauty and is constantly in search of skincare holy grails. She hoards lipsticks. Her favorites are beauty, lifestyle, and jewelry subscriptions.

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18 comments

michelle

It does have prescription medicine which is awesome. Clindamycin you’d can’t just buy off of any website. Also, target is now selling some prescription acne treatments for around $10. It’s a retin-a type product but it zaps zits and helps with scars. I combine a dot of it(it’s very strong) with holika aloe and use that with a serum as my nightly routine and my skin is improving. I’ve found less is more. I would consider trying this option as well. I’m glad they’re over this kind of thing monthly instead of the dreaded derm appts. Which are costly..

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Courtney

I just signed my husband up. The worst that could happen is after a month, no change. It’s worth the risk to try.

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Melissa W.

Wow.. that a lot of money for only 1 fl oz! I’ve been checking out Skin actives site. You can buy all your own skin care ingredients and mix them together yourself. They even have different recipes on their site if you need help knowing what to mix and what ingredient is good for different skin concerns. It’s definitely a lot cheaper to just mix your own. But all in all.. it is an interesting box and would probably order if the price wasn’t so high for such a small bottle.

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Sarah

I have been wanting to try them badly but their service is not available in my state of Oregon right now, hasnt been for awhile.

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Svetlana7e

This bottle is 30ml, which approximately 1oz and this bottle cost $60?

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Nancy Su

Yes, that’s what the cost boils down to. However, it includes contact with dermatologist and you can request to get a new bottle earlier if you run out faster! Hope that makes sense 🙂

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Calli

I know it is late, but I just want to post this for posterity and clarity. I have been a paid subscriber to Curology for 3 months. You get a new 30 mL (1 oz.) bottle every month. You can tweak it between months easily by messaging your derm through the site (for example, if you want a stronger formula or different combinations of ingredients.)

So one 1 oz. bottle every month costs $20, not $60. The review is incorrect on this point.

Also, this has made a substantial difference in my skin and I love being able to customize the product by simply messaging them. I am 100% satisfied, probably my best use of sub box dollars.

Melissa W.

If you run out earlier, do you have to pay more money then, or do they just give it to you? This is confusing me…

Courtney

Oops I meant $60 per month not 460 lol

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Courtney

I wish they offered an upfront payment. I’m not too thrilled with paying for something for three months and only getting it once in those 3 months. I’d rather pay 460 per month if it works.

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