Ingredients

September 26 2024 4:17pm • Est. Read Time: 8 MIN

The Custom FormulaRx 

Active ingredients in your prescription are determined by your dermatology provider on a person-by-person basis. Commonly used ingredients include:

  • Clindamycin

  • Azelaic acid

  • Tretinoin

  • Niacinamide

  • Zinc Pyrithione

  • Tranexamic acid

  • Metronidazole

  • Ivermectin

  • Spironolactone

Still curious? To learn which 3 ingredients have been included in your Curology formula, check your Treatment Page where you can find your consultation which contains your provider's recommendations alongside your custom formula. Your prescription will also be listed on your bottle label.

Questions about your prescription? Reach out to your Curology medical provider!

Questions about the bottle itself? Check out our Bottles 101 FAQ.

Our base (inactive) ingredients have been specifically formulated to work well with our active ingredients and to be non-pore-clogging. Our mixes have a pH of approximately 4-5 (although the pH varies by formulation), and are free of any added fragrances. Curology formulas are cruelty-free and are never tested on animals.

The base for our custom prescription formulas with 3 active ingredients contains: aloe barbadensis leaf juice, C13-14 isoparaffin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, deionized water, laureth-7, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylamide, tocopheryl acetate, triethylene glycol. 

All formulas containing tretinoin also contain the antioxidant butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and formulas containing both niacinamide and azelaic acid, as well as formulas with spironolactone, may also contain propylene glycol. 




The Curology Future-ProofRx

Just like the Custom FormulaRx, active ingredients in your prescription are determined by your dermatology provider on a person-by-person basis. Commonly used ingredients include:

  • Tretinoin 

  • Azelaic acid

  • Tranexamic acid 

  • Dexpanthenol

  • Niacinamide

The base for our Curology Future-ProofRx formulas with 3 active ingredients contains: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, C13-14 isoparaffin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, deionized water, laureth-7, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylamide, tocopheryl acetate, triethylene glycol. 

All formulas containing tretinoin also contain the antioxidant butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and formulas containing both niacinamide and azelaic acid may also contain propylene glycol. All formulas containing dexpanthenol also contain propylene glycol.



The Deep CleanseRx

Active ingredients in your prescription are determined by your dermatology provider on a person-by-person basis. Commonly used ingredients include:

  • Salicylic acid

  • Sulfacetamide

  • Zinc pyrithione

The base for our Deep CleanseRx formulas contains: Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Acrylates  Copolymer, Propanediol, Xylitylglucoside, Coconut Alcohol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Coco-Glucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Xylitol, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract



Body CleanseRx

Body CleanseRx features a soothing base blend of glycerin and oat extract, and is designed to be gentle on all skin types, including sensitive. It was designed specifically to support acne-prone skin. Active ingredients include:

  • Sulfacetamide

  • Zinc Pyrithione

  • Salicylic acid

The base (inactive) ingredients for Body CleanseRx include: Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Acrylates  Copolymer, Propanediol, Xylitylglucoside, Coconut Alcohol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Coco-Glucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Xylitol, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract





The Hair FormulaRx

Active ingredients in your prescription are determined by your dermatology provider on a person-by-person basis. Commonly used ingredients include:

  • Minoxidil

  • Finasteride

  • Ketoconazole

  • Spironolactone

  • Caffeine

  • Melatonin

The base for our personalized hair formulas contains: ethyl alcohol, propanediol, purified water. Formulas that contain minoxidil also contain lactic acid.



Cleansers & moisturizers

Our dermatologists designed each of our cleansers and moisturizers to be simple and non-clogging — they have everything you need, and nothing extra. 

Our Gentle Cleanser will leave your face feeling fresh, clean, and ready for the next step. The lightly foaming, gel texture is made for all skin types but is especially loved by those with sensitive skin. It has a pH of 5.5-6.5 and is gluten-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free. The full ingredients for our Gentle Cleanser are listed below:

Water, Acrylates Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Xylitylglucoside, Propanediol, Coco-glucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Stearic Acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Xylitol, Panthenol, Coconut Alcohol, Citric Acid, Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium Edta, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Leaf Extract

Our Acne Cleanser, powered by 2.5% benzoyl peroxide, hydrating glycerin, and skin-soothing allantoin, is designed to shut down persistent pimples, while still being gentle enough for daily use. Unlike other benzoyl peroxide cleansers that use a “more is more” approach with strengths up to 10%, Curology uses a lower percentage of benzoyl peroxide—as a gentler, yet still effective approach to helping clear acne. The full ingredients for our Acne Cleanser are listed below:

Active ingredients include: Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% -

Inactive ingredients include: Water, C12-14 Alkyl Olefin Sulfonate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Give your skin a quick boost of hydration with our Gel Moisturizer. We wanted this moisturizer to be for day and night, so we left out the SPF. You’ll want to layer a sunscreen over the moisturizer in the daytime. It has a pH of 4.8-5.8 and is gluten-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free. The full ingredients for our moisturizer are listed below:

Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polysilicone-11, Cetearyl Olivate, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyisobutene, Carbomer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Citric Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethiconol, Caprylyl/capryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside 

Double down on moisture with the Cream Moisturizer! The full ingredients for our Cream Moisturizer are listed below:

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Squalane, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Isohexadecane, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide


Hydration Serum:

Active ingredients include: Hyaluronic acid, Polygutamic Acid, Urea, Glycerin
Inactive ingredients include: Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Isopentyldiol, Sodium Citrate, Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Polyglutamic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin




Brightening Vitamin C Serum:

Active ingredients include: Vitamin C, Azelaic Acid 
Inactive ingredients include: Water, Dimethicone, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cetearyl Olivate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glycerin, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Camellia Sinensis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethiconol, Sclerotium Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate 


The Curology Emergency Spot Patch:

Ingredient: Hydrocolloid



The Acne Body Wash:

Our key ingredient is salicylic acid (aka BHA, or beta hydroxy acid), which is great at dislodging the dead skin cells that accumulate in your pores, encouraging exfoliation and helping prevent the buildup of sebum and debris that can contribute to acne breakouts. Our 2% formula is intended to be tough on acne but kind for all skin types, so you can use its lightly foaming goodness every day. . You can read more about BHAs in our guide. 

You can also find the full ingredients list below:

Active: 2% Salicylic Acid

Inactive: Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Pyrithione, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate




The Lip Balm:

The Lip Balm by Curology is designed to be effortless, with our deeply-moisturizing, truly vegan formula and radically simple, one-handed applicator. Crafted from nourishing oils and natural butters, the lip balm locks in lasting moisture.

There are 5 different flavors to choose from: original (unflavored), vanilla, mint, passion fruit, and SPF.

You can find the full ingredients list below:

Original (Unflavored): Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Synthetic Beeswax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol    

Vanilla: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Synthetic Beeswax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Rebaudioside A, Flavor    

Mint: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Synthetic Beeswax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Flavor, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Rebaudioside A, D-Limonene          

Passion Fruit: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Synthetic Beeswax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Rebaudioside A, Flavor, D-Limonene, Linalool 

SPF: Zinc Oxide 9.4%, Diisostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Synthetic Beeswax, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Triisostearin, Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Ozokerite, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethyl Ferulate     




The Micellar Makeup Remover

The Micellar Makeup Remover is the first step of your evening routine to effectively remove makeup (including waterproof makeup!), dirt, and other debris before cleansing your face—leaving a clean surface that helps your personalized skin formula work more effectively. It can also be used to correct makeup mistakes (think a winged eyeliner gone wrong). 

You can find the full ingredients list below:

Water/Aqua/Eau, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Decyl Glucoside, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide  



The Sunscreen

The Sunscreen by Curology is a no-clog, grease-free SPF 30 lotion that absorbs quickly and gives skin a fresh finish. It’s a mineral-powered sunscreen that melts into every skin tone while minimizing white cast. It’s for acne-prone Curology members who have struggled to find a sunscreen that was made with their skin concerns top of mind. 

You can also find the full ingredients list below:

Active: Zinc Oxide (9.4%)

Inactive: Water, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract, Polyester-5, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethyl Ferulate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Bisabolol, Sodium Chloride, Phospholipids, Gluconolactone, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic Acid, Urea, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.




The Barrier Balm

Barrier Balm’s silky, acne-friendly formula cocoons the skin with three key moisturizers (humectants, emollients, and occlusives) to promote a healthy skin barrier. These powerhouse ingredients work together to provide 360° skin-nourishing benefits to your face, hands, lips, elbows—anywhere that needs a little extra TLC.


You can find the full ingredients list below:

Active: Dimethicone 13%, Petrolatum 41.9%


Inactive: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Synthetic Wax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Water, Zinc Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane





The Dark Spot Serum

The Dark Spot Serum is designed to tackle stubborn dark spots, uneven skin tone, and post-acne marks with our blend of 5 clinically tested ingredients. This serum features a unique blend of niacinamide and our Discoloration Fading Complex, which includes glycolic acid, tranexamic acid, kojic acid, and licorice root extract. 

You can find the full ingredients list below:

Key ingredients: Glycolic Acid (AHA), Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid, Licorice Root Extract, Niacinamide

All ingredients: Water (Aqua), Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, Diheptyl Succinate, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Kojic Dipalmitate, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Pullulan, Caprylyl Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin




Allergies?

You may want to consider doing a patch test. Be sure to reach out to your licensed dermatology provider if you have specific questions, however, you can follow the below general guidelines for patch testing your products prior to using them on your face. 

FORMULA- Apply a small amount to the inner crease of your LEFT elbow 2 times a day for 7 days

MOISTURIZER- Apply a small amount to the inner crease of your RIGHT elbow 2 times a day for 7 days

CLEANSER- Rub in to the inner aspect of the LEFT wrist for a few minutes, then rinse off.  Do this twice a day for 7 days. This product shouldn't be applied and left on the skin.

ANY OTHER LEAVE-ON PRODUCT- Apply a small amount to the inner aspect of the RIGHT wrist. Do this twice a day for 7 days.

A red, itchy rash would be suspicious for allergy. Stop the patch test if this occurs.

If you have no reaction, try using the product on a small area of your face for a week.

If you have no reaction after 1 week, you may use on the rest of your face. Please consult your licensed dermatology provider if you have any questions or concerns.