RoC Daily Resurfacing Disks for oily skin
Glycerin
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Decyl Glucoside
Peg-16 Soy Sterol
Glycine Soja Protein Soybean Protein
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- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for oily skin; the products alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate exfoliation for your oily skin due to the presence of citric acid and glycerin, which provide mild chemical exfoliation and humectant action respectively, balancing sebum production and hydration.
- The formulation is highly suitable for oily skin, with citric acid and glycolic acid working to mildly exfoliate and manage oiliness.
How to apply
- Use this exfoliant product as part of your PM routine once a week. Start slowly and build up frequency only if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and let it absorb fully. Avoid any harsh rubbing to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the exfoliant directly onto completely dry skin to get the best balance and results. Clean, dry skin helps the product work evenly.
- Always avoid the delicate eye area when applying. Be sure to use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily while using exfoliating acids.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.3k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with mature or textured skin frequently praise the product for its dual-action cleansing and exfoliating capabilities, often noting immediate improvements in smoothness and glow. While the majority appreciate the convenience and rich lather, some long-time users criticize a recent design change for being less effective, and a minority of users with sensitive skin report harsh irritation or peeling.
Highlights
Smoother skin texture Mostly Mentioned
- “face looked smoother”
- “pores became smaller”
- “polished, refined glow”
- “youthful glow”
- “cleared bumpy texture”
Effective cleansing Often Mentioned
- “lathers a lot”
- “removes makeup”
- “deep cleansing”
- “removes oil/dirt”
- “clean and soft”
Convenience/ease of use Sometimes Noted
- “one easy step”
- “dual-sided”
- “no mess”
- “great for travel”
- “easy to hold”
Value/longevity Sometimes Noted
- “cut in half”
- “last twice as long”
- “value for money”
- “used several times”
- “large size”
Formula/design change Sometimes Noted
- “new design worse”
- “disappointed in formula”
- “pads stuck together”
- “less abrasive now”
- “quality declined”
Drying effect Rarely Noted
- “dries out skin”
- “left skin tight”
- “stripped moisture”
- “need heavy moisturizer”
- “flaky skin”
Harshness/irritation Rarely Noted
- “burned my face”
- “peeling in chunks”
- “skin feeling tight”
- “caused redness”
- “too abrasive”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “strong smell”
- “prefer no fragrance”
- “perfume is heavy”
- “smell lingers”
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Questions and answers
Why are RoC Daily Resurfacing Disks a weak match for oily skin?
RoC Daily Resurfacing Disks are a weak match because they lack stronger ingredients like niacinamide, ferulic acid, and zinc PCA, which are better suited to control oil and manage shine. Oily skin needs products containing niacinamide to control sebum and soothe skin, along with antioxidants and barrier-supporting ingredients that manage oil without clogging pores.
Which ingredients make this exfoliant a poor fit for oily skin?
This exfoliant is a weak match for your oily skin because it lacks targeted ingredients like niacinamide, ferulic acid, and zinc PCA to properly control excess oil and pores, alongside supportive barrier ingredients like ceramides. An effective product for this skin type needs those balancing ingredients and soothing extracts to manage shine safely without irritation.
What does Glycerin do for oily skin?
Glycerin helps keep oily skin hydrated without feeling heavy and supports the skin barrier. Because this product is a weak fit for your skin, an ideal product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that balance oil while protecting the skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do for oily skin?
Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cleansing ingredient that helps wash away excess oil and dirt from oily skin. While it is generally safe for use in wash-off products, it is unlikely to change oil production and may cause mild skin irritation in some people.
Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This exfoliant treatment goes in the evening routine, starting at once a week and slowly used more often if your skin tolerates it well. Because this product is a weak match for oily skin, an alternative for this skin type needs gentle chemical exfoliants like citric acid to manage oiliness while keeping the skin balanced and hydrated.
Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this exfoliant with retinol by using them on alternate nights to help prevent dry, irritated skin. For oily skin, this product needs ingredients like citric acid and glycerin to gently balance oil and hydration.
How often should I use this exfoliant?
Start by using this exfoliant once a week, and if your skin feels comfortable and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often. Oily skin needs mild chemical exfoliation like citric acid and water-binding hydrators like glycerin to help manage oil and keep skin balanced.
Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
RoC Daily Resurfacing Disks are unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, as they provide gentle exfoliation and hydration with citric acid and glycerin. This type of product needs ingredients like salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or other clarifying agents to help control excess oil and prevent clogged pores more effectively on oily skin.
Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003
Ingredients
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Peg-16 Soy Sterol, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Tetrasodium Edta, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Peg-14m, Glycine Soja Protein Soybean Protein
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score 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.
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