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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.025% versus Curology Custom Formula (Tretinoin 0.009%, Clindamycin 1%, Azelaic Acid 9%) .

Published on June 22, 2021

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 retinoid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, 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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Buy Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.025%

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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

Benefits

Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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What it does:
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Tretinoin is a form of Vitamin A. It is stronger than retinol and only available with a prescription in many countries.

Research on tretinoin has found it to be effective in anti-aging the skin. It helps improve damage from the sun, even the skin tone, and smooth out wrinkles.

Tretinoin has also been found to be an effective acne treatment by reducing sebum production in pores.

Tretinoin, like other forms of Vitamin A, increases the turnover cycle of skin cells. This helps the skin create newer and healthier skin cells faster. Due to its strength, it can cause irritation, redness, and dry skin. Those with sensitive skin should consult a professional about using tretinoin.

Using retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.

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Learn more about Tretinoin

Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.025% contains this as ingredient number 1.

Curology Custom Formula (Tretinoin 0.009%, Clindamycin 1%, Azelaic Acid 9%) contains this as ingredient number 1.

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

22% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
67% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
100% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
0% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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