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Why I Swapped Drugstore Skincare for Prescription Strength

Turns out, one size doesn't always fit all

Darcy Jackson
ByDarcy JacksonOct 9, 2023In Partnership With Curology

The struggle to get clear skin is real. I remember when I had my first few breakouts in middle school, and everyone from my teachers to my parents told me that my hormones were the culprit. “You’ll grow out of it,” they said.

Well, no offense to them, but that turned out to be a lie. My acne followed me all the way to high school and into my adult years. I’ve tried everything I could get my hands on at the store to achieve clear skin, and while I did have some wins along the way, I never got rid of my acne. That is, until Curology came into my life.

Thanks to my Curology Custom Formula, I’ve officially broken up with drugstore skincare, and I’m living my best clear-skin life. Here’s why:

1. My Curology Skincare Routine is Designed Specifically for me

Over-the-counter products are like a mass-produced sweater that never fits quite right. It can be super hit-or-miss, and in some cases, actually make things worse. With Curology, it's like having a custom-made wardrobe for my skin! My Rx is tailored to address my unique skin needs, like stubborn acne, large pores, and dark spots that won’t seem to fade.

And address, it does. What pimples I do get heal way faster, and my skin has never looked this even before.

So whether you're battling acne, dark spots, rosacea, or just trying to keep those signs of aging at bay, it's all about ✨your skin✨and no one else’s.

2. Prescription-Strength Power

Say goodbye to those watered-down drugstore concoctions! Curology brings out the big guns with prescription-strength ingredients like tretinoin, clindamycin, niacinamide, and more.

These are the skincare superheroes that have come to save me from wanting to hide under piles of concealer and foundation. They combat my stubborn acne so effectively that I rarely have to wear any makeup at all, unless I want to.

3. I Have a Personal Skincare Squad

Imagine having a whole squad of skincare experts at your beck and call. With Curology, you get just that! Their licensed dermatology providers are like your skincare BFFs. They dig deep into your skin history to find out what exactly is underneath your skin stress.

When I signed up, I had to fill out a whole profile about my lifestyle, right down to my food choices (seriously!) From there, I received my customized plan. It really gave me a lot of confidence in the products I’d be using because I knew they were chosen specifically for me.

4. It’s super convenient!

I love shopping for things like clothes, shoes and accessories. But shopping for skincare? It can be super frustrating and overwhelming because there are so many brands to choose from and they all claim to be the ultimate solution to all of your skincare woes.

Not with Curology, though. My whole Curology routine is delivered right to my door like clockwork, like a little skincare fairy godmother who knows exactly what I need and brings it to me with a wave of her wand.

Along with my Custom Formula, I receive a cleanser, moisturizer, a lip balm, and an acne body wash from Curology, and all of these products are delivered on my schedule, at my convenience.

5. It’s super low risk

I’m always nervous to try something new on my skin. I’ve been burned by choosing the wrong thing in the past.

I love that Curology offers a satisfaction guarantee. If I’m not happy with my skin’s progress, Curology will give me my money back as long as I reach out within 30 days of my first shipment. 👏

You can score your own Curology Custom Formula for just $29.95 per month, and while that’s definitely a little steeper than your average drugstore prices, the results really speak for themselves.

I leveled up my skincare game and there’s no going back now

If I could go back in time and talk to my middle school-self, I’d let her know that help was on the way—not just platitudes from well-meaning friends and family.

I’ve certainly had my fair share of skincare struggles, but now that Curology has come into my life, I see nothing but clear skin days ahead!