Curology Reviews 1,306

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

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Review summary

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Looking at 55 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers are satisfied with the quality of the products, finding that the custom formulas and non-prescription items effectively improve their skin and provide noticeable results. Reviewers often praise the customer service, highlighting instances where representatives were helpful, understanding, and quick to resolve issues, sometimes even going above and beyond expectations. However, a significant number of people express dissatisfaction with the company's refund and return policies, noting that refunds are often denied even for unauthorized or unwanted orders. Some customers also report issues with orders, including missing items, incorrect shipments, or unexpected charges, and find the customer service to be unhelpful or difficult to reach, especially without a phone number option.

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Product

Users describe ambiguous interactions with product, with many reviewers expressing satisfaction, noting that... See more

Customer service

People report ambiguous experiences with customer service, with many praising the helpfulness and efficiency... See more

Refund

Consumers express significant dissatisfaction with the refund process, frequently reporting that companies... See more

Order

Customers consistently note negative experiences with order management, particularly regarding cancellations... See more

Quality

Customers had positive experiences with product quality, with many reporting that their skin has never looked... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have combination skin which means it’s dry and oily at the same time so I wanted to try out curology to see if it could help with my breakouts and combination skin. I like the gentle cleanser and mo... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Update: Customer Service reached out to find a remedy to the problem. It's a shame it took a Trustpilot review to get them to respond, but I appreciate them taking the time to help resolve this.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They are always very quick at responding! I have found them all to be very kind and understanding and also personal. I feel like I am really talking to someone and they want to help me; they want to f... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Curology since 2017 and have never had an issue with the company or their customer service. In the 8 years I’ve used their products, only twice have I had to reach out to customer service... See more


Company details

  1. Skin Care Clinic
  2. Pharmacy

Written by the company

Your Curology formula is a unique mix of prescription ingredients you can’t get off the shelf — chosen for your skin by an online dermatology provider. We believe in personal, effective skincare. That’s why we work one-on-one with you to create a custom prescription cream — made to clear anything from acne and blackheads, to fine lines and wrinkles. No drugstore product is this customized. Curology uses your photos, your history, and your goals to pick prescription ingredients just for you — and mail a custom cream to your doorstep. Members can choose the plan that works best for them — just the custom cream, or the full routine, including the cleanser and moisturizer. All Curology products are made in the USA, vegan, and leaping bunny certified. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @curology #curologyjourney


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

1K reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Really off-putting customer service and deceptive subscription

I think the concept is a great idea, but the company is surprisingly difficult to deal with. I tried to order tretinoin, but was told I wasn't a candidate for tretinoin due to the fact that I'm breast feeding (which is fine—I understand). I was then shipped a different product that I did not order, and put on a subscription plan without my knowledge or consent. I then randomly received a $102 charge from Curology a few days ago. I emailed them, and didn't hear back. In the meantime, they shipped an entire suite of products, which I don't want or need. They won't refund or even work with me on this, and their customer service is strangely impersonal. Each message is from "the Curology team,"—so you're never talking to an actual single person. Anyway, they seem like a great idea and maybe they're stretched too thin to have better service.

9 September 2024
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Reply from Curology

Good afternoon! I am sorry for the hassle this experience has caused you. Kindly note upon signing up, every member is required to agree to the terms and service regarding the subscription. I'm sorry if this was not made clear upon sign-up. Please reach back out to us so that we can further assist you with this. Be sure to ask to speak to a specialist if you do not want to communicate with our chatbot. I look forward to finding a solution!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Product did wonders for my teen

This product did wonders for my teen daughter. Cleared up her skin and confidence grew. The folks at Curology do their very best to match the right product for your condition and skin type.

17 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My skin got worse using curology

My skin got worse using curology. Nor do they send out reminders on your upcoming order incase you need to push it back or change it. So be prepared to pay for whatever is in your cart whenever it is. They don’t offer refunds either, so you’re just out of luck and money.

11 September 2024
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Reply from Curology

Hi there, I am truly sorry for the less-than-stellar experience. Please know your medical provider is always happy to assist you with your skin concerns. If you ever have any issues with your account regarding removing items from your plan or requesting the pre-shipment SMS alerts, we're happy to help. Please feel free to reach back out to us so we can help come up with a better solution for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vrinda from the Curology

Vrinda from the Curology team got back to me in a timely manner. She addressed and assessed all of my concerns I inquired about. I felt heard and taken care of. This was the first time I ever wrote the team on behalf of my prescription and it was a great experience.

9 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Canceled subscription and was charged anyways

I canceled my subscription and reviewed my entire account beforehand. I did so to make sure there wouldn’t be any issues,anything outstanding or shipments being fulfilled. The next day I received an email and was charged for a subscription that I had canceled. This company is useless towards their clients because they utilize AI rather than having real customer service for interactions. It was of no help and I was charged money for something I was no longer subscribed to. Be careful with this company. It gives off scam when one cancels a service but still gets charged for an item that wasn’t wanted.

Update 13 September 2024–
Curology reaching out to my review after the fact of what happened when I reached out via text on the 4th of Sep.

There is not an option on the AI text chat to interface with a real life person. I have my text receipts from the Curology AI stating ‘I understand how that could be confusing. For future reference, it's important to note that cancelling your subscription won't automatically cancel any orders that have already been processed. However, it will prevent any new orders from being placed.’

I had checked to make sure nothing was being processed. I triple checked to make sure nothing was being processed, shipped etc because I didn’t want to have anymore product because it is expensive. I didn’t like how I had canceled and the next day, I get an email of an order being processed. Honestly, it would be cheaper for me to see a derm and just pay for a prescription. I’m not happy, obviously but remember, my review is my own encounter with this company. Everyone else has their own unique experience. I would just be careful with the tempting trial offer. Be sure to cancel thoroughly if that’s all you want. Get a receipt by email or text that you canceled your subscription. Costly lesson learned.

3 September 2024
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Reply from Curology

Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear you were charged for a shipment after you had canceled. This is not our norm and I'd be happy to look into this. Please reach out to us at success (hello@curology.com) or text us directly at (415) 200-2060. Be sure to request to speak to an agent if you prefer not to use the AI.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful!

For some reason, I got charged a box but never received the text alert: your Curology will ship in 2 days, like I usually do. So they gave me a refund this one time and are investigating why I didn't receive the text alert.

29 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice

Nice, love, como ellos son tan amables, I was so worried about my package and they helped me solve it. I really appreciate it.

27 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I requested a refund for a product that…

I requested a refund for a product that I refused because I was unaware that I even had a subscription and they refused to give me a refund and since I don't have the product that was sent back, they got $89.90 from me for free. They sent me an email saying they don't do refunds but I when I went on the website, this statement was dated 7/3/2024. I requested a refund back in June. Customer service is horrible and I will never trust a company who takes from it's customers.

18 June 2024
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Reply from Curology

Good afternoon! I am so sorry to hear this and I want to help find a solution to help resolve your less-than-stellar experience. Please reach out to us again at success (hello@curology.com) or text us directly at (415) 200-2060 at any time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

W Costumer care

All I needed to do was tell the costumer service team about the delivery mix-up and they immediately sent out another package!

21 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware of trial kits!

Beware o trial kits! I recently ordered a trial size kit and was automatically enrolled into a subscription. The problem is, I was never informed how much the full size kit would cost me. Moreover, this kind of subscription service usually alerts you before the next charge, to give you a chance to pause, customize or cancel. I never received any alert, nor an option to customize my order.
I questioned C.S why I wasn't sent an alert and was told it was because of messaging rates. Well, how about an email? It is free. I would rather pay the cost of messaging than the cost of these products!
I didn't even find an option to cancel subscription when managing my profile. I feel like I've been scammed out of $94 dollars. This is not a transparent company, they should be ashamed of these business practices.

20 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

in a matter of DAYS this personalized…

in a matter of DAYS this personalized skin care routine is already working wonders. i was struggling with breakouts- waking up with a new spot everyday. i’ve only been using this product 4 days now and my skin has improved WONDERS. if you are someone that struggles with acne or any skin issues for that matter i 100% recommend cureology. it’s a little pricey but sooo worth it.

19 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I started my prescriptions and they…

I started my prescriptions and they were working well. I stopped using the services for some time so I had to re upload pictures, and they offered me a different prescription, I asked questions concerning my doubts and they kindly explained to me why the new medication is better and also had another doctor come in to verify. In the end of the discussion they told me it was up to me if I wanted to go to my original prescription. The fact that they all were kind and confident made me feel confident in trying the new prescription out. Im still waiting on delivery but thought I'd leave a good review for LIA, JHAMILLIA, AND PRICILLA,

18 August 2024
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