Overview

Roc Retinol was was founded in France over 50 years ago yet only in the last decade has its influence been felt in the US. The flagship product, Roc Retinol Correxion is known as an anti-wrinkle cream with anti-aging properties.

Retinol is an ingredient that’s known to some as Vitamin A. The main purpose of this ingredient is to extract and remove the top layer of what is thought to be dead skin. By doing so Retinol reveals and exposes the new layer of skin beneath, promoting the healing process and thus stimulating new skin cell expansion. This is all designed so that the rebuilding of natural skin will lead to filling in those ugly wrinkles. Zinc is also thought to be a likely wound healer, a mild astringent that can help soothe rashes and other minor skin irritations. This is a burning sensation that is on the skin which will cause blister like patches on isolated parts of the body.

It is thought that the presence of magnesium might be used as a sunblock however it isn’t known what the precise function of copper may be in this product. One particular source does exhibit that there is no systematic explanation to back up the speculation of this kind of copper being utilized in skin care.

Positives:

• Has similar attributes and foundations as many other top anti-aging products.

Negatives:

• Some users may suffer irritations as has been noted by some users (Retinol)
• Not to be used in association with direct sunlight.
• Not for those with sensitive skin.

Ingredients:

Retinol, Zinc, Magnesium,and Copper Gluconate.

Actual Customer Feedback

“Don’t think about using this if you have very dry skin, as the retinol which eases those fine lines also causes skin to flake and peel, and Never use any product not especially designed for the orbital area around your eyes…” Portion of actual post on Amazon.com

“I’m 32, and the only telling thing about my age are the serious wrinkles on my brow. I decided to try this as it wasn’t too expensive (look at Strivectin – ouch!) and thought even a small improvement would be worth the price. I have to say, I’m shocked. After about two weeks, I saw noticeable changes, and it’s now been about 6 weeks”… Portion of actual post on Amazon.com

Price:

$17.95

Our Conclusion

Its a shame that Retinol is a common irritant among potential users. This product does have great potential and is very well priced but the draw back are the side effects. It would be a tremendous shame if you were to experience great anti-again benefits yet succumb to a significant rash as a result of this product.

Although in some cases it works, it’s really not for everyone and the potential side effects are really not worth the risk.