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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Apostrophe Custom Prescription versus Curology Custom Serum (Niacinamide 4%, Clindamycin 1%, Azelaic 4%) .

Last updated on November 16, 2023. Published on April 07, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe prescription. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Prescription American Brand United States
Prescription American Brand United States

Prescription

Prescription skincare treatments. The ingredients in these product are prescription strength and considered medication. In many countries, these must be prescribed by a certified professional.

Prescription

Prescription skincare treatments. The ingredients in these product are prescription strength and considered medication. In many countries, these must be prescribed by a certified professional.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

Learn more about Niacinamide

Apostrophe Custom Prescription contains this as ingredient number 2.

Curology Custom Serum (Niacinamide 4%, Clindamycin 1%, Azelaic 4%) contains this as ingredient number 1.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

33% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
44% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
54% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Apostrophe Custom Prescription 9 ingredients

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Curology Custom Serum (Niacinamide 4%, Clindamycin 1%, Azelaic 4%) 13 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
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USAFGal09

1 year ago · Oily Skin
Review

HOLY GRAIL PRODUCT
The title says it all; this is the one skincare product that I can 110% tell you has made a difference in my skin. I started...

HOLY GRAIL PRODUCT
The title says it all; this is the one skincare product that I can 110% tell you has made a difference in my skin. I started using it in 2012 and every time I've stopped, I notice the difference. And yes, the difference is visual! I love that it's tailored to you makes it worth the money.

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ttayitsmylife

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

Because it has Tret in it.

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