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Simple vs RoC

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Simple and RoC are established skincare brands offering specialized formulations for diverse complexions. The British brand is beloved for gentle moisturizers, makeup removers, cleansers, and toners that thoughtfully incorporate niacinamide and glycerin, suiting acne-prone and mature skin best. Meanwhile, the French brand is fondly loved for expertly formulated serums, eye products, moisturizers, cleansers, and more, all enriched with proven ingredients like glycerin and retinol to suit mature and dry skin best. While both brands harness glycerin to improve hydration and barrier function, Simple utilizes niacinamide to reduce hyperpigmentation, whereas RoC relies on retinol to reduce fine wrinkles and increase collagen.

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

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Simple vs RoC routines for oily skin

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Simple vs RoC routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Simple or RoC: which is better?

Simple tends to be better for sensitive and budget-conscious skin because it offers gentle, value-friendly products that are fragrance-free on this page. Meanwhile, RoC is better suited for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction through key ingredients like retinol, though some formulas may cause skin irritation.

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

What is the difference between Simple and RoC?

Simple stands out for its gentle, fragrance-free formulas that are well-suited for sensitive skin, whereas RoC focuses more on anti-aging and wrinkle reduction using key ingredients like retinol. Reviewers often mention that Simple offers lightweight, value-friendly products, while RoC is frequently noted for providing smoothing and firming benefits.

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

Simple or RoC for dry skin?

For dry skin, Lovi rates Simple as High and RoC as Superior. RoC stands out for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction, while Simple is noted for being gentle on sensitive skin and providing good value.

Simple or RoC: which cleanser is better?

Simple offers the products on this page that are better suited for cleansing sensitive skin gently and effectively. RoC's BARRIER RENEW GEL-TO-FOAM CLEANSER also provides a high fit for various skin types.

Which is more affordable, Simple or RoC?

Simple is more affordable, offering value-friendly moisturizers among the products on this page.

Which brand has more products containing fragrance, Simple or RoC?

RoC has more products containing fragrance on this page, as two of its products list fragrance, whereas every product on the Simple page lists no fragrance.

How do the founding years and corporate ownerships of Simple and RoC compare?

Simple was founded in the United Kingdom in 1960 and has been owned by Unilever PLC since 2011, whereas RoC was founded in France in 1957 and is owned by Bridgepoint Group plc.

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

According to the reviewer themes on this page, RoC does better for anti-aging and wrinkle reduction.

Simple or RoC for oily skin?

For oily skin, both Simple and RoC reach a High Lovi fit level across the products on this page. Simple helps with lightweight moisturizers and gentle cleansers, while RoC offers non-greasy serums that may reduce signs of aging.

Simple or RoC: which moisturizer is better?

Simple offers lightweight and value-friendly moisturizers that are generally gentle on sensitive skin, whereas RoC focuses on targeted anti-aging hydration with key ingredients like retinol and hyaluronic acid. Depending on your primary skin goals, the products on this page provide either soothing everyday moisture or advanced wrinkle reduction.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Simple or RoC for sensitive skin?

Simple tends to be a better choice for sensitive skin because the products on this page are fragrance-free and known for being gentle, whereas RoC reviewers often mention skin irritation and burning. Lovi rates the routine fit for sensitive skin as High for both brands.

Simple or RoC for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, RoC has a superior routine fit compared to Simple on this page. RoC features anti-aging and smoothing options like retinol, which may help improve skin texture, though some reviewers note potential irritation.

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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