RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream for dry sensitive skin
Retinol
Glycolic Acid
Squalane
Ascorbic Acid
Copper Gluconate
Average
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 dry and sensitive skin, as retinol and glycolic acid promote skin renewal and smoothing, but may not fully address dryness due to insufficient occlusive agents.
- Glycerin and shea butter provide some hydration and emollience, which is beneficial for dry skin, but the formula lacks stronger occlusives for optimal moisture retention.
- The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin, with no harsh ingredients that would cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use this PM routine for your evening skincare. Start using the serum 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer. This step locks in deep hydration for dry skin.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin using your palms. Let it absorb completely for a minute ⏱ before applying your next product.
- Since your skin is sensitive, apply the serum on completely dry skin for better tolerance and less irritation.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Always do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 25.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this night cream is widely praised as an effective, affordable entry-level retinol that visibly smooths fine lines and improves skin texture for most long-term users. Its potency often causes initial redness or peeling, and its strong fragrance is a frequent point of contention for those with sensitive noses or skin.
Highlights
Effective wrinkle reduction Mostly Mentioned
- “wrinkles look less deep”
- “fine lines diminished”
- “smoothed out wrinkles around mouth”
- “noticeable difference in forehead lines”
Improves skin texture Often Mentioned
- “skin feels silky smooth”
- “revealing a brighter me”
- “texture is much improved”
- “face looks clearer and smooth”
Non-greasy formula Often Mentioned
- “absorbs nicely”
- “not greasy at all”
- “lightweight texture”
- “doesn't leave residue”
Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
- “smells like perfume”
- “scent is too strong”
- “hate the smell”
- “fragrance is overpowering”
Great value Sometimes Noted
- “better than high-end products”
- “great price for retinol”
- “affordable and effective”
- “best bang for your buck”
Skin irritation Sometimes Noted
- “caused redness and stinging”
- “dried my skin out”
- “burning sensation”
- “made face red and sensitive”
Lack of results Rarely Noted
- “didn't notice difference”
- “results were underwhelming”
- “no beneficial changes”
- “wrinkles remained the same”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “tube cracks easily”
- “product oozes out”
- “metal tube splits”
- “messy packaging”
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Questions and answers
How well does RoC Deep Wrinkle Night Cream work for dry sensitive skin?
This cream works moderately well for dry sensitive skin by smoothing and renewing the surface, but it may leave dry skin wanting more moisture retention. A treatment of this type needs richer moisturizing ingredients and stronger protective sealants to lock in hydration and support the skin barrier.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and shea butter make this cream a good fit by providing hydration and softness for dry skin. However, this skin type needs stronger sealing ingredients for optimal moisture retention, alongside ceramides and extra vitamins.
What does Retinol do for dry sensitive skin?
Retinol is often too strong for dry sensitive skin because it may cause scaling and stinging, so a product of this type needs gentle soothing ingredients and extra moisture to keep the skin calm and smooth.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Toxicology Letters, 2003
What does Glycolic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid can be too harsh for dry sensitive skin and may cause irritation, so this skin type needs gentle calming ingredients and deeply nourishing moisturizers to keep the skin barrier safe and smooth.
Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1995The British Journal of Dermatology, 1997
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after your toner and before your moisturizer. A product of this type needs richer moisturizing and soothing ingredients to lock in hydration and comfort dry sensitive skin.
Can I use this cream with niacinamide, and in what order?
You can use this cream with niacinamide by applying niacinamide first and letting it absorb before putting on this treatment. This layering helps keep your dry skin calm while delivering the smoothing benefits of retinol and glycolic acid. To best care for dry skin, this type of product also needs rich moisturizing creams and heavier sealing ingredients to lock in hydration.
How often should I use this cream?
Start by using this cream once a week in the evening, and if your dry and sensitive skin tolerates it well and sees good results, you can carefully use it more often. Because this type of product lacks stronger occlusive agents, dry skin needs an extra rich moisturizer applied right after to lock in moisture and prevent flaking.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores for your dry sensitive skin, but the retinol and glycolic acid may cause some initial purging or flaking as they smooth and renew your skin. A product for this skin needs stronger moisture-locking ingredients to keep it comfortable and prevent dryness.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Stearyl alcohol and cetearyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Topical 0.4% retinol significantly increased epidermal thickness, dermal vascularity, and extracellular matrix production by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation, endothelial cell proliferation, and fibroblast activation in naturally aged human skin compared to vehicle.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Silicone particles encapsulating retinol increased its half-life by 9-fold and yielded 12-23% lower skin irritation in human subjects compared to Microsponge particles while maintaining biological activity.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2018Topical stabilized retinol treatment induced HAS gene expression and increased hyaluronic acid production in human skin in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo compared to vehicle.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.
Antioxidants, 2025Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Zinc gluconate induced alpha2, alpha3, alphaV, and alpha6 integrins, copper gluconate induced alpha2, alpha6, and beta1, and manganese gluconate induced most studied integrins in cultured keratinocytes.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1999
Why other serums fit dry sensitive skin better
Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel increased skin deposition, stability, moisture, and mechanical properties in 13 human subjects compared to a control gel over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022In 50 participants with sensitive skin, a Ceramide NP C15-containing emollient improved skin barrier function with a significant reduction in transepidermal water loss and induced modest changes in skin microbiota compared to the vehicle.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026Hydrogels containing vitamin E-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers exhibited better occlusive properties and long-lasting effects, while vitamin E-loaded nanoemulsions performed a faster skin hydration effect and were selected as more attractive for skin application.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2019
Ingredients
Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Steareth-10, Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Aluminum Octenylsuccinate Starch, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Methylparaben, Xanthan Gum, Propylparaben, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Retinol, Bht, Disodium Edta, Ascorbic Acid, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Gluconate
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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