The Truth

Evidence-based care. No fillers. No fluff.

Real Medicine. Not Mixes.

Every SkinScripted™ plan uses FDA-approved prescription ingredients exactly as they’re written in medical guidelines — not cosmetic creams with trace actives.

No Fillers. No Formulas.

We don’t water down medical care into cosmetic “formulas.” Each ingredient is used at therapeutic strength proven in published studies — pure, intentional, data-driven.

Evidence. Not Hype.

Our Smart System™ continuously reviews the latest dermatology research — then every plan is finalized by a licensed physician to ensure it meets today’s clinical standards.

Why Most Over-the-Counter Versions Don’t Work

  • Sounds strong, right?

    The Concentration Con. That “1% retinol” claim sounds powerful in Drunk Elephant’s A Passioni— but it’s actually 1% bakuchiol, a retinol alternative that’s far less potent than prescription tretinoin.

  • Your paying for luxury branding

    $190 for marketing, not medicine. Goop leans hard on “encapsulated retinol” — meaning the retinol is wrapped in a coating to release slowly over time. Sounds high-tech, but it also means you’re getting less immediate impact. The rest? Oils, fragrance, and skin conditioners that make it feel luxe.

  • Why We Call Out “Retinol” on Labels

    Headline says retinol — formula says otherwise. Sunday Riley’s “High-Dose Retinoid Serum” sounds potent, but most of what’s inside isn’t retinoid at all. Sunday Riley leans on “encapsulated retinol” as a science-y hook, but the 1% here refers to the blend — not pure retinol. It’s padded with oils, extracts, and fillers.

  • Olay’s Retinol 24 — What’s Really Inside

    Retinol hiding behind fillers. Despite the bold “retinol” claim, most of Olay’s formula is made up of emollients, silicones, and texture enhancers. The actual retinol appears in very small amounts, far too low to deliver prescription-level results. This is marketing dressed as science.

  • Big Number, Bigger Fillers

    Big number, small truth. That “3% retinol complex” sounds potent, but the formula mixes retinol with other less active derivatives, cutting actual strength. It’s bulked up with texture agents and plant waxes.

Still confused about retinoids?

Here’s the cheat sheet your beauty counter won’t give you.

All of these are part of the retinoid family—vitamin-A based treatments that boost skin renewal and collagen. The main differences are strength and form:

Tretinoin
Prescription-only. The strongest form; works the fastest but can be more irritating.
Retin-A
Brand name for prescription tretinoin.
Retinol
Over-the-counter and weaker; takes longer to work because it must convert into tretinoin in the skin.
Adapalene
Prescription or OTC; gentler than tretinoin, great for acne and anti-aging.

What We Treat

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Not every skin concern needs another beauty product. Some need medicine. At The SkinScripted™, we focus on the conditions where prescription care makes the difference.

Acne

Acne is the #1 reason people seek prescription skincare online. From teenage breakouts to adult acne, we use dermatologist-trusted ingredients like tretinoin, clindamycin, and azelaic acid to target clogged pores, inflammation, and scarring — treating both current flare-ups and long-term skin health.

Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation

Uneven tone, melasma, or stubborn post-acne marks are some of the most common concerns we see. We prescribe customized protocols — including hydroquinone, azelaic acid, and tranexamic acid — based on your skin tone and tolerance, to help restore clarity without hype.

Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Aging is natural. But if you want smoother, fresher-looking skin, prescription retinoids remain the gold standard. They’re not beauty marketing. They’re proven science — backed by decades of clinical evidence.

Rosacea

Rosacea isn’t just redness — it’s your skin asking for balance. We use evidence-based treatments that calm inflammation, reduce flushing, and restore comfort.

What We Don’t Treat

We don’t treat what we believe should be seen in person.
That means suspicious moles, skin cancers, severe rashes, or any condition requiring a physical exam or biopsy.

And while we treat many cases of acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation through prescription skincare — some presentations require more. Severe acne, advanced rosacea, or pigment conditions that need oral medication or procedures deserve in-person evaluation.

The beauty industry blurs the line between cosmetics and medicine. We don’t.

Some skin needs a prescription. Some skin needs a doctor in the room. Knowing the difference is part of treating you honestly.