# Before and after Curology: men’s skincare edition

### Does Curology work for men? 3 male patients share their results.

by Curology Team

Updated on Jul 6, 2023 • 4 min read

We’re here to share what we know — but don’t take it as medical advice. Talk to your medical provider if you have questions.

If you’re a guy with acne, a good skincare routine is one of the best solutions. The problem with skincare products is that, unlike other types of products, [it can take some time to see results](/content/blog/ask-curology-how-long-does-it-take-to-see-results/index.html). That’s why it’s crucial to invest in a skin routine built with effective ingredients that will actually treat your specific acne type.

Enter Curology. Co-founded in 2014 by board-certified dermatologist, [David Lortscher](/content/blog/why-curology-exists-and-whats-next/index.html), Curology makes [prescription skincare](/content/why-curology/index.html) more accessible by bringing it online, thanks to the power of telemedicine. Every Curology product is designed by dermatologists to be non-clogging, and every Curology member receives a [Custom Formula](/content/guides/skincare/products-and-routine/index.html) with a mix of active ingredients chosen by [a medical provider](/content/blog/why-custom-skincare-by-real-people-is-better-curology-providers-arent-bots/index.html) for their unique skin concerns.

Today, we wanted to show you what Curology can do by sharing the skincare journeys of three real patients who saw transformative results.

## Michael Wang

_Curology member since December 2019—improved acne and hyperpigmentation_

> "I first started to experience [acne as a teenager](/content/guides/skin-health/teen-acne/index.html) in high school. My struggle with breakouts often left me feeling self-conscious and embarrassed, plus affected my confidence. I tried so many different over-the-counter acne treatments to try and heal my skin, but nothing had a lasting impact.
> 
> I found out about Curology by accident—the previous tenant of my apartment had a bottle sent here. I looked it up and decided to [start the 30-day trial](/content/skincare-for-men/?utm_source=brand&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=IMC-male&utm_content=mens-before-after&utm_term=brand-ambassadors/index.html). Two years later, I’m still using Curology.
> 
> I started to notice a difference in my skin after the first couple of weeks. At the time, I was primarily struggling with [hyperpigmentation](/content/blog/ask-curology-how-to-get-rid-of-dark-spots/index.html), and it really helped to even out my skin overall. My favorite part of Curology is how the Custom Formula is an all-in-one with active ingredients catered to my skin’s needs, eliminating the need for many different products."

## Rayshon Slack

_Curology member since February 2020—improved acne and dark spots_

> "I first started to experience acne fresh out of high school. I had very bad [breakouts on my forehead and cheeks](/content/blog/pimple-face-mapping-what-pimples-on-specific-areas-of-your-face-means/index.html). My terrible dark spots never seemed to go away. I honestly started to feel down and ugly. I didn’t like taking photos without filters because I hated the way I looked. I tried Neutrogena, Clean & Clear, and some other products, but none of them worked. My acne would go away for a while only to come back.
> 
> I’ve been using Curology for a year now and the transformation has been life changing! Within the first six weeks, I noticed a change in my skin. My dark spots have faded dramatically, and my acne has disappeared. I love how Curology is very simple, easy, and personalized just for me! I would recommend it to anyone, especially if you don’t want a lengthy skincare routine, since theirs is a simple 3-step process."

## Christian Franz

_Curology member since October 2018—improved breakouts and hyperpigmentation_

> "During my last few months of eighth grade, I noticed a few pimples on my left cheek from a posted photo. Since then, my skin went downhill throughout high school and bouts of college. I had pimples on pimples so bad—they would pop and bleed when I lay down on the pillow.
> 
> I tried everything: creams, serums, regimens, toothpaste, honey, steroid injections, you name it! I was losing hope. I didn’t want to go outside, I didn’t want to look into a mirror—I felt like no one would want to look at my face. I was scared it would never go away. When my mom would ask me what I wanted for my birthday, all I would request for was a visit to a dermatologist.
> 
> Out of desperation, I finally clicked on that persistent Facebook ad and decided to do Curology’s 30-day trial. I mean, why not? I’d tried everything. My amazing dermatology provider, Berna, guided me, telling me all about the potential highs and lows and helped me manage my acne purging.
> 
> After 3-4 months, I began to see my breakouts lessen, my active lesions calm down, and some hyperpigmentation fade. Three years later, my skin remains far from perfect, but I realized that I didn’t need perfection: all I needed was clarity.
> 
> Curology provided that clarity, not just for my physical skin but also for me as a person. I regained the self-confidence I had lost. I can now look into the mirror and to others with a smile.
> 
> And that’s my favorite part about the Curology service: the underlying mission to change lives. I am one of those people whose life was changed, and this is why I will never be ashamed in sharing with others all the great things that Curology has done for me."

## More Curology before and after reviews

We’ve shared [Jonny and Jaelyn’s skin success stories](/content/blog/curology-before-after-6-months/index.html) before—we hope to share even more real Curology reviews with you soon!