RoC Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System Review

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Make your wrinkles disappear.

 The RoC Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System is not like other anti-wrinkling products. So many anti-ageing skincare products have one mission: ironing out those wrinkle lines. Sure, that’s important, but they’re missing what really defines youthful skin. It’s that juicy, radiant plumpness that just screams vitality. What sets this Best of Beauty Breakthrough Award winner apart is its innovative two-step approach to wrinkle reduction. The RoC treatment delivers the powerful benefits of retinol, targeting fine lines and wrinkles, while the serum focuses on refining skin texture and promoting a smoother complexion. The result? Visible improvements in skin tone, cheek wrinkles, crows feet and fine lines. 

 

So I have heard. Curiosity led me to finally explore what all the buzz was about. Prior to this, I had never used a single RoC product in my skincare routine. But does this new AM/PM wrinkle-reducing moisturizing kit truly live up to the hype? In this article, I’ll be providing my honest review of the product and exactly what it did and did not do for my skin. 

 

The RoC Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System kit comes with two products, in two steps:

  • Step 1: Anti-Wrinkle Treatment with RoC Retinol
  • Step 2: Resurfacing Serum with E-Pulse Technology

Ingredients

This formula’s standout feature lies in its meticulous combination of these ingredients. Let’s further examine the RoC Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System ingredients:

Anti-Wrinkle Treatment:

  • Hyaluronic Acid: A moisture-retaining champion, it plumps and hydrates the skin, giving it a supple, youthful look.
  • Retinol: Retinol renowned for its proven ability to stimulate collagen production and accelerate skin cell turnover. It’s a powerhouse in reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 
  • Shea Butter: This natural emollient deeply nourishes and moisturizes, leaving the skin smooth and radiant.
  • Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate): A potent antioxidant, it shields the skin from environmental damage, contributing to a more youthful complexion.
  • Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): Known for its brightening properties, it helps even out skin tone and adds a luminous glow.
  • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid: This variation of hyaluronic acid has smaller molecules, allowing for deeper penetration and enhanced hydration.

Resurfacing Serum:

  • Silica and Zinc: These ingredients work synergistically to refine skin texture, providing a smoother, more even surface.
  • Copper Powder: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, copper helps calm the skin and promotes a healthier complexion.
  • Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E): Reinforces the skin’s natural barrier, guarding against environmental stressors

My Review

RoC suggests using this kit whenever you’d use a facial moisturizer, whether once or twice a day. For me, that’s once after showering and once before bed.

Both come in 1.0 fl. oz. tubes that should last a month, depending on how often (and how much) you use them.

The Anti-Wrinkle Treatment comes in a white cream. You smooth it over your entire face as the first step of the resurfacing system.

Be warned: this stuff stings. You’ll feel it tingling on your skin. This was especially the case when I used it right after getting out of a hot shower. FYI, this is normal. RoC even tells you about it on their website. It’s caused by the retinol in the product.

Still, if you don’t like a stinging sensation, then you may want to avoid this.

As for it’s anti-wrinkle properties, I did notice a slight reduction in the fine lines under my eyes. It wasn’t a super drastic change, but just enough that I noticed it.

The Resurfacing Serum is supposed to “boost skin’s radiance.”

You smooth this dark gray serum on your face right after using the Anti-Wrinkle Treatment.

The Resurfacing Serum is greasy. In fact, it reminded me so much of grease on only because of the consistency, but the color as well. That dark, milky gray was a little off-putting. But, once smoothed onto my skin, I didn’t mind it so much. The color disappeared.

Keep in mind, this stuff will be way too greasy for those with oily skin. If you have oily skin, but still want to use this, leave it for nighttime use only. It’ll make your face far too slick if you use it in the morning before you start your day.

As for brightness, I noticed a change for this step of the process as well. While it didn’t necessarily even out my skin tone or reduce dark spots, it did make my face seem brighter overall.

The Final Verdict

The RoC Retinol Correxion Max Wrinkle Resurfacing System did exactly what it promised, even though it was only on a small scale (which gives it massive points). However, this kit isn’t for everyone. It may be too abrasive for those with super-sensitive skin, and too greasy for those with oily skin.

Also, the scent was a tad much to me. It smelled a bit like soap and chemicals (just the Anti-Wrinkle Treatment, though. The Resurfacing Serum appeared fragrance-free).

You can pick this up in drug stores, on eBay and Amazon.com.