🇪🇸Spain

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.

en.wikipedia.orgsec.govprnewswire.comsimple.co.uk

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

en.wikipedia.orgprnewswire.combeautymatter.com

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

See multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Simple vs RoC routines for oily skin

See multi-brand routine · 95% fit

Simple vs RoC routines for combination skin

See multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Simple or RoC: which is better?

Simple is better for sensitive skin and value, while RoC is better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction. Lovi rates both brands with equal routines for most skin types, though RoC holds a Superior fit level for mature skin and skin with dark spots.

What is the difference between Simple and RoC?

Simple stands out for being gentler and more affordable, whereas RoC excels in anti-aging and wrinkle reduction. Topical retinol helps reduce fine lines and stimulate collagen accumulation in aged skin. Meanwhile, niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation.

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

Simple or RoC for dry skin?

Both Simple and RoC achieve a High routine fit level for dry skin. Simple features fragrance-free hydrating moisturizers and soothing cleansers, while RoC offers options like Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream that helps with skin aging and moisture.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Simple or RoC: which cleanser is better?

Simple offers better overall cleansing performance, as reviewers note its cleansers are effective and gentle. RoC also provides reliable options like the BARRIER RENEW GEL-TO-FOAM CLEANSER, but Simple is generally preferred for sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, Simple or RoC?

Simple is more affordable, as the products on this page offer good value and budget-friendly pricing. RoC is also noted for value sometimes, but Simple is generally recognized as the more affordable option.

Between Simple and RoC, which brand is better suited for mature skin and reducing wrinkles?

RoC has a Superior fit for mature skin on this page and is better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction, backed by ingredients like retinol. Simple is gentler on sensitive skin, but RoC focuses more on smoothing fine lines.

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

Do all Simple products exclude fragrance, and how many RoC products contain fragrance?

Yes, every product from Simple on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, while 10 of 12 RoC products exclude fragrance, leaving 2 products that contain it.

Which brand performs better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction according to reviewer themes?

RoC performs better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction according to reviewer themes, helping smooth fine lines with active ingredients like Retinol.

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

Simple or RoC for oily skin?

Both Simple and RoC achieve a High routine fit for oily skin. The products on this page for Simple are fragrance-free and feature Niacinamide, which may help control skin aging and pigmentation, whereas RoC features ingredients like Retinol, which stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

Simple or RoC: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers better moisturizers for shoppers seeking lightweight, value-friendly hydration that is gentle on sensitive skin, whereas RoC features options that are superior for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction. The products on this page help deliver these benefits using key ingredients like Glycerin and Retinol.

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

Simple or RoC for sensitive skin?

Simple tends to be better for sensitive skin as reviewers note it is gentle and sensitive-skin-friendly, whereas RoC reviewers often mention skin irritation and burning. For sensitive skin, the products on this page have a Lovi fit level of High for both brands.

Simple or RoC for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, both Simple and RoC achieve a High routine fit level on this page. Simple may be preferred for its gentle, sensitive-skin-friendly formulations, while RoC offers options featuring retinol that help smooth skin texture.

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

How does it fit your skin?

Scan your face, then any product: Lovi shows how well it fits you and what fits even better.

QR code: get the Lovi app
Download on theApp Store Get it onGoogle Play