Retinoid-based texture regimens
Prescription retinoid protocols matched to sensitivity, prior tolerance, and target texture concern.
New patient offer: $49 first month with code TOPICAL49Dermatology-guided care
Online prescription skin texture care that starts with your texture pattern
CutisRx helps eligible patients start a structured skin texture visit online, with treatment pathways based on texture pattern, tolerance, prior treatments, photos, and safety factors. Prescription treatment is provided only when appropriate after clinician review.
- Prescription options when clinically appropriate
- LegitScript-certified platform
- Secure online intake and photo review
- Clear pricing before payment
- Available in eligible U.S. states except Alaska, Mississippi, and New Jersey
Diagnosis-first
Texture is not one problem
Roughness, enlarged pores, post-acne texture, and mild scarring respond to different approaches. If the treatment does not match the pattern, patients often see plateaued results or irritation without improvement.
CutisRx starts by sorting the texture pattern first. Your visit is built around what your texture looks like, tolerance history, and whether a retinoid-based, barrier-supporting, or pore-refining approach may be appropriate.
How it works
How the CutisRx texture visit works
- 01
Tell us what is happening
Answer a short texture-focused intake about pore visibility, roughness, and post-acne texture changes.
- 02
See your texture pathway
Review the plan direction and pricing before payment.
- 03
Create your secure account
Your information is saved so your visit can continue.
- 04
Upload photos
Clear photos help the clinical team evaluate the specific texture pattern and skin tolerance.
- 05
Clinician review
Treatment is prescribed only if appropriate. If online care is not the right fit, you will be guided accordingly.
Meet your dermatologist
Dermatologist-developed care, guided by Dr. Peter Malouf
CutisRx was developed with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Peter Malouf to make prescription dermatology more accessible, structured, and clinically guided. Each pathway is designed around the way dermatologists evaluate real skin concerns, not generic product quizzes.
- Board-Certified Dermatologist
- Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology
- Founder, CutisRx
Start your online visit
Prescription treatment is only provided when clinically appropriate after dermatologist review.
Treatment framing
Treatment depends on the texture pattern
Some patients need a gentler tolerance build. Others may step directly to a stronger retinoid or a combination approach depending on the target concern.
CutisRx does not promise a specific prescription before review. The goal is to match the treatment pathway to the clinical picture — not push every patient into the same protocol.
Post-acne texture support
For patients whose acne is under control but rough or uneven texture remains.
Pore-refining topical care
Prescription topical approaches for visibly enlarged pores where a clinical fit is present.
Barrier-supporting tolerance builds
Gentler tolerance builds for sensitive skin or barrier disruption before stepping up retinoid strength.
Sun-protection guidance
Structured sun-protection guidance included with every texture plan — sun exposure both drives texture change and blocks recovery.
Fit check
Who this may fit
Good fit
- Rough or uneven skin texture that persists after other over-the-counter routines
- Post-acne texture — smooth-looking scars, small pits, orange-peel skin
- Visibly enlarged pores you would like a prescription approach for
- Retinoid interest but past irritation with over-the-counter options
- Patients who want dermatology-guided prescription options without waiting weeks for an appointment
Not the right fit
- Deep pitted scarring or ice-pick scars that need in-person procedural treatment
- New, changing, or asymmetric lesion of concern
- Widespread active infection or open wounds
- Anyone who needs urgent or emergency care
Example treatment pathways
Your CutisRx dermatologist reviews your intake before selecting any prescription treatment. These examples show the types of medications or combinations that may be considered when clinically appropriate.
Prescription treatment is provided only when clinically appropriate after review by a CutisRx dermatologist. Individual treatment plans vary.
What you can expect
Board-certified dermatologist review
A licensed dermatology clinician reviews every intake and decides whether prescription treatment is appropriate for you.
A prescription plan built for you
If treatment is appropriate, your plan is written for your skin and your history — not selected from a generic shelf.
Transparent pricing, no surprises
You see your exact plan and price before you enter any payment details. Monthly billing. Cancel anytime.
A simple three-step process
Share your history
Answer a short set of questions about your skin and medical history.
Clinician review
A licensed clinician reviews your intake and determines whether treatment is appropriate.
Plan and price
If appropriate, you review your plan and price before anything is charged.
Individual results vary. Prescription treatment is provided only if a licensed clinician determines it is clinically appropriate. This page does not promise any specific outcome.
What patients have said
“I wanted better skin, but I didn’t want ten products and a complicated routine. I was given a straightforward prescription plan and knew exactly what to use and why.”
3-minute intake
Start with a 3-minute dermatology intake. See your recommended pathway and pricing before payment.
60-day satisfaction guarantee
60-Day CutisRx Satisfaction Guarantee: If you are not satisfied with your first CutisRx plan within 60 days, message us through the patient portal. We’ll help adjust your frequency, amount, or pathway when clinically appropriate. If you still do not feel CutisRx is the right fit, we’ll refund your first month. See full refund policy.
Cancel anytime
Cancel from your patient portal. No surprise pricing before payment.
Frequently asked questions
What patients most often ask before starting an online texture visit.
Can I get prescription skin texture treatment online?
If online care is appropriate for your situation, the clinical team may prescribe treatment after reviewing your intake and photos. Prescription treatment is not guaranteed.
Do I need photos?
Yes. Photos help the clinical team evaluate the specific texture pattern, tolerance, and whether online care is appropriate.
What texture concerns can CutisRx evaluate?
CutisRx can help evaluate uneven texture, visibly enlarged pores, and post-acne texture changes. Deep pitted scarring typically requires in-person procedural treatment.
How fast will skin texture improve?
Texture improvement is not instant. Retinoid protocols in particular usually need consistent use over weeks to months, with tolerance builds along the way.
Are retinoids required?
Not always. Retinoids are the most common evidence-backed prescription approach for texture, but the clinical team may recommend an alternative or gentler start depending on your tolerance history.
Start with a real texture pathway
Eligible texture patients may qualify for a topical first-month offer with code TOPICAL49: $49 the first month, then $89/month. Your plan and pricing are shown before payment.
No guaranteed prescription. Treatment depends on clinician review.