RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Serum for oily skin
Retinol
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ascorbic Acid
Glycerin
Copper Gluconate
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other serums fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017
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
- Highly suitable for your oily skin due to retinol and bha, which offer keratolytic action and desquamation regulation to help manage oiliness.
- While it provides moderate wrinkle reduction and general hydration with ingredients like glycerin and allantoin, these benefits are not directly aligned with your primary concern of oily shine.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Bisabolol.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 700+ reviewsThis serum is widely praised for its ability to smooth aging skin and visibly reduce the depth of stubborn wrinkles, particularly on the forehead and around the eyes. While many users report a more radiant and younger-looking complexion after consistent use, a notable portion of reviewers mention sensitivity to the strong fragrance and potential initial skin irritation.
Highlights
Reduced wrinkles Often Mentioned
- “crow's feet are fading”
- “forehead lines less deep”
- “wrinkles are less noticeable”
Smoother skin texture Often Mentioned
- “skin feels like silk”
- “face is so smooth”
- “texture is much softer”
Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
- “smell is too strong”
- “perfume scent is overwhelming”
- “wish it was fragrance-free”
Fast absorption Sometimes Noted
- “absorbs right away”
- “not greasy at all”
- “layers well under makeup”
Radiance and glow Sometimes Noted
- “skin looks glowing”
- “restored my radiance”
- “face looks brighter”
Value for money Sometimes Noted
- “best bang for buck”
- “better than expensive serums”
- “great price for results”
Skin irritation Sometimes Noted
- “burned my skin”
- “caused redness and stinging”
- “face felt on fire”
Breakouts or reactions Rarely Noted
- “caused bad breakout”
- “eyes got puffy”
- “made me break out”
No visible results Rarely Noted
- “did nothing for me”
- “saw no difference”
- “waste of money”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump stopped working”
- “can't see product level”
- “dispenser is cheap”
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Questions and answers
How well does RoC Deep Wrinkle Serum work for oily skin?
RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Serum works moderately well for oily skin, helping manage oiliness while offering mild wrinkle reduction and hydration. However, an oily skin type needs ingredients like niacinamide, ferulic acid, and zinc PCA to better control sebum production and manage oily shine.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily skin?
This serum fits oily skin because it contains retinol and BHA, which help manage oiliness. A treatment for this skin needs ingredients like niacinamide, ferulic acid, or zinc to control extra oil and improve texture.
What does Retinol do for oily skin?
Retinol helps oily skin by keeping pores clear and balancing sebum production, which may reduce shine and breakouts. Because it can sometimes cause dryness or peeling in the beginning, starting slowly is recommended.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning. Treatments with active ingredients are placed in the evening for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use this serum with niacinamide, and in what order?
You can use this serum with niacinamide by applying niacinamide first to keep your skin calm and hydrated, followed by this treatment. This product of this type needs oil-absorbing and shine-controlling ingredients to properly target oily skin.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum works well for oily skin in your evening routine, starting at once a week and slowly using it more often if your skin handles it nicely. Oily skin works best with lightweight hydrators, gentle balancing ingredients, and oil-absorbing minerals.
Facial Plastic Surgery, 2014The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2005
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, and the retinol it contains may help manage oiliness. Oily skin also benefits from ingredients like BHA and lightweight hydrators to keep pores clear and skin smooth.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
A 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, 2017Topical 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 application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical 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, 2022The 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, 2012Zinc 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
Ingredients
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Nylon-12, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Laureth-23, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Parfum, Laureth-4, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium Edta, Allantoin, Bht, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Polysorbate 20, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Bisabolol, Retinol, Ascorbic Acid, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Laureth-7, Copper Gluconate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Polyacrylamide, Bha, Yellow 5 Ci 19140
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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