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Simple vs RoC

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Simple and RoC are accessible skincare brands that respectively cater to different complexions through targeted ingredients. Simple offers gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners enriched with niacinamide and glycerin that suit oily and acne-prone skin best. Meanwhile, the French brand features expertly formulated serums, eye products, moisturizers, cleansers, and more enriched with glycerin and retinol that suit mature skin and skin with dark spots best. Ultimately, they differ in their primary formulations, as the British brand focuses on soothing care while the newer owner-backed rival specializes in anti-aging solutions.

Simple is a British skincare brand founded in 1960 and owned by Unilever PLC since 2011.

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RoC is a French skincare brand founded in 1957 and owned by Bridgepoint Group plc since 2024.

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This page compares some of the most popular Simple and RoC products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Simple vs RoC products

People Say

SimpleRoC
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Does not cause any form of irritation on the skin which I love. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “The only cleanser that doesn't turn my face red. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “no artificial perfume — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “No irritation for me — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream”
  • Hydrating and moisturizing Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “banished dryness within days — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “Instantly boosts skin's hydration... face doesn't feel dry and tight. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Leaves my face feeling soft, not tight. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “skin is no longer dry — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream”
  • Lightweight and non-greasy texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “sinks in instantly — Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs very quickly — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “absorbs nicely — RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream”
    • “Absorbs easily and quickly — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream”
  • Affordable price and good value Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “great value for money — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “super affordable — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
    • “Can't beat the price for the quality. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “Worth the price — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream”
  • Anti-aging and wrinkle reduction Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “wrinkles look less deep — RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream”
    • “Fine lines definitely softer — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream”
    • “diminished my forehead lines — RoC Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum”
  • Effective cleansing Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Takes off any makeup residue and makes my face feel refreshed. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”
    • “Best morning cleanser — Simple Refreshing Facial Wash”
    • “removes last traces of makeup — Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner”
    • “lathers a lot — RoC Daily Resurfacing Disks”
  • Other product complaints Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “I have to use 4-5 cotton pads to get clean. — Simple Micellar Water”
    • “need to apply multiple layers — Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser”
    • “don't expect Botox results — RoC Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum”
    • “took 4 weeks to see change — RoC Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum”
  • Skin dryness or tightness Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Skin became dry/flaky — RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Eye Cream”
    • “My skin is drier and more saggy than ever. — RoC Derm Correxion Contour Cream”
    • “may feel drying for some — RoC BARRIER RENEW® GEL-TO-FOAM CLEANSER”
    • “not moisturizing enough — Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser”
  • Waterproof makeup struggles Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Did not remove my mascara very well at all. — Simple Micellar Cleansing Water”

Simple vs RoC routines for dry skin

Buy RoC routine · AED 575.39 · 90% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 455.14 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Simple vs RoC routines for oily skin

Buy RoC routine · AED 1,071.72 · 90% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 790.31 · 88% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Simple vs RoC routines for combination skin

Buy RoC routine · AED 960.66 · 88% fitBuy Simple routine · AED 644.67 · 85% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Simple or RoC: which is better?

Simple is better for gentle, hydrating everyday care that is kind to sensitive skin, whereas RoC is better for targeted anti-aging and wrinkle reduction. Lovi rates Simple as High for dry sensitive skin and RoC as High for dry sensitive skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

What is the difference between Simple and RoC?

Simple stands out for being gentle and value-friendly, while RoC is better known for its anti-aging products and wrinkle reduction. Retinol helps reduce signs of aging in mature skin.

Archives of Dermatology, 2007The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

Simple or RoC for dry skin?

For dry skin, RoC has a superior routine fit compared to Simple, which has an average fit. Retinol helps stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin. Lovi rates the routine fit for dry skin as Superior for RoC and High for Simple.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Simple or RoC: which cleanser is better?

For cleansing, Simple is generally better for gentle, effective daily washing, whereas RoC features options like the Barrier Renew Gel-to-Foam Cleanser that Lovi rates as having a High fit for sensitive and dry skin types. Simple products on this page list no fragrance, helping minimize potential irritation.

Which is more affordable, Simple or RoC?

Simple is more affordable, as it is noted for offering better value and lower prices compared to RoC.

Simple or RoC: which brand is better for reducing wrinkles and fine lines?

RoC is better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction, featuring key ingredients like retinol that may help improve signs of aging. Lovi rates RoC as having a Superior routine fit for mature skin compared to Simple.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Do Simple products contain fragrance compared to RoC products?

Simple products on this page list no fragrance, whereas 2 out of 12 RoC products on this page contain fragrance.

Simple or RoC: which brand performs better for mature skin?

RoC performs better for mature skin, achieving a Superior routine fit on Lovi compared to the average fit of Simple products on this page. RoC features key anti-aging ingredients like retinol that help stimulate collagen accumulation in naturally aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Simple or RoC for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi finds that Simple has a High routine fit and RoC has a Superior routine fit. Reviewers mention that RoC offers lightweight and non-greasy serums, while Simple provides effective cleansing.

Simple or RoC: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight and value-friendly moisturizers that help hydrate the skin, while RoC provides effective anti-aging moisturizers with ingredients like retinol that help reduce wrinkles. Lovi rates Simple moisturizers as having an Average fit level for dry skin, whereas RoC features options such as the Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream that achieve an Average fit level for dry skin within a routine rated Superior overall for dry skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Simple or RoC for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, both Simple and RoC achieve a High fit on the products on this page. Simple tends to be gentler, while RoC brings added anti-aging benefits.

Simple or RoC for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates Simple as High and RoC as Superior. Simple features gentle and fragrance-free formulas, while RoC uses retinol to help target signs of aging and breakouts.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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